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Book Introduction Part 8
NASA CR-3144 A Compilation and Analysis of Helicopter Handling Qualities Data Author：Heffly, R.K. , Jewell, W. F. Publisher： NASA This paper is a compilation of various helicopters (liner model) for rating handling qualities. A block diagram of the flight control law for each aircraft is also presented, although it is a simplified version. The aircraft included are OH-6A, BO-105C, AH-1G, UH-1H, and CH-53D. There are also data on the amount of steering and weight and center of gravity tolerances required…
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Book Introduction Part 7
NASA CR-2144 AIRCRAFT HANDLING QUALITIES DATA Author: Heffly, R.K. , Jewell, W. F. Publisher: NASA This book is a paper that collects airframe motion models (but linear models) of various airframes for maneuverability evaluation. A block diagram of the flight control law for each aircraft is also presented, although in a simplified version. The aircraft included are NT-33A, F-104A, F-4C, X-15, HL-10, Jetstar, CV-880M, B-747, C-5A, and XB-70A. It is worth reading for those who want to fly these aircraft…
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Book Introduction Part 6
AIRPLANE DESIGN Vol.1～8 Author: Jan Roskam Publisher: DAR CORPORATION This book summarizes airplane design methods in an easy-to-understand manner using drawings, tables, etc. of past airplane developments, from the initial design (aircraft sizing) in Volume 1 to the development, mass production, and maintenance cost evaluation in Volume 8. It covers both military and civilian aircraft, and is recommended for those who want to study the outlines of aircraft design. Volume 8 is particularly valuable because it contains a volume’s worth…
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Book Introduction Part 5
Follow me! Use “Artisan Tools” to Squash Design Troubles! -How to use FMEA, FTA and Design Review wisely! Author: Yoshimasa Kunii Publisher: Nikkan Kogyo Shinbunsha The book explains the methods of FMEA/FTA and design review, which are quality control methods, in an easy-to-understand manner. It explains why FMEA/FTA and design review are not so effective despite the fact that they are thoroughly implemented as a means to strengthen quality control. The book also provides simple examples of FMEA/FTA implementation. Standards…
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Book Introduction Part 4
Dynamics of Atmospheric Flight Author： Bernard Etkin Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc. This textbook derives the dynamics of aircraft and spacecraft, taking into account the effects of the earth’s rotation and orbit. It is intended for those who want to study the equations of motion of airplanes thoroughly. Especially, if you understand chapters 4 and 5, you can simulate the motion of various vehicles moving in three dimensions. There are some misprints in some parts, and it is rumored…
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Book Introduction Part 3
Flight Dynamics Author: Hiroshi Maeda Publisher: Yokendo The author, who was not an aeronautics specialist but now teaches aeronautical engineering, has designed this book for beginners to understand the motions of aircraft, satellites, and rockets with knowledge at the college level, without using many difficult mathematical formulas. The book is very easy to understand and is recommended for those who aim to become aerospace engineers. The Story of Wings Author: Hiroshi Maeda Publisher: Yokendo The author, who has taught in…
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Book Introduction Part 2
Test Pilot’s Testimony: Struggles and Lessons Learned in Postwar Domestic Aircraft Development Author: Eizo Hasegawa Publisher: Kantousha The author, who participated in the development of the YS-11, C-1, and FA-200 as a test pilot after World War II, describes the conditions of flight tests, etc. The book includes information such as the communication between the pilot and the designer during the development of the YS-11, which can be used as a reference in the development of new aircrafts throughout the…
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Introduction to Public Standards Search Site
This is an introduction to a site for searching and purchasing public standards related to drones, aircraft, etc. The MIL standards search site has an older version, but the standards themselves can be viewed. ASTM Standards: https://www.astm.org/ ASTM standards are developed and published by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM International), a U.S. standards organization. There are standards for all industrial materials (iron and steel, nonferrous metals, rubber, plastics, coatings, textiles, etc.). SAE Standards: https://www.sae.org/standards SAE Standards are…
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Book Introduction Part1
DO-178C Practical Guidebook Author: MHI Aerospace Systems, Inc. Publisher: Sankeisha This is probably the only publication in Japan on the DO-178C standard required for certification of onboard aircraft software. It not only explains the difficult DO-178C in an easy-to-understand manner, but it is also a good read for companies that develop new aircraft software or intend to install existing software. One of the authors, Mr. Kakamu, has started his own company to support software certification, so companies struggling with software…