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Design and evaluation of the objective motion cueing test and criterion

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  18 May 2016

R. Hosman  and
S. Advani
R. Hosman*
Affiliation:
AMS Consult, Delfgauw, The Netherlands
S. Advani
Affiliation:
IDT, Breda, The Netherlands
*
ruud@amsconsult.eu
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Abstract

Since the introduction of hexapod-type motion systems for flight simulation in the 1970s, Motion Drive Algorithm tuning has been primarily based on the subjective judgement of experienced pilots. This subjective method is often not transparent and often leads to ambiguous process of adjustment of the tuning parameters. Consequently, there are large variations in the motion cueing characteristics of flight training devices, a variability that subsequently raises questions regarding the value of motion cueing for pilot training itself. The third revision of ICAO 9625 Manual of Criteria for the Qualification of Flight Simulation Training Devices offered the opportunity to take a closer look at simulator motion cueing requirements in general. This led to the concept of the objective motion cueing test (OMCT), which was reported in 2006. After the method was evaluated on three research flight simulators, the results were published in 2007, demonstrating a larger spread in dynamic behaviour of cueing algorithms than expected. After discussions with the simulator industry regarding the form and methodology of the OMCT, an evaluation of the test in cooperation with the industry started in 2011. This led to the final form of the OMCT and cueing parameter criterion for the in-flight mode of transport aircraft. This paper describes the OMCT, the evaluation results and the criterion.

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flight simulationsimulation

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The Aeronautical Journal , Volume 120 , Issue 1227 , May 2016 , pp. 873 - 891
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Copyright © Royal Aeronautical Society 2016 

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