Intelligent head-down display design for the smart cockpit /

A&M University, along with Knowledge Based Systems, Inc.,

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Branham, Paul Anthony
Format: Thesis eBook
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] : [publisher not identified] ; 1998.
Subjects:
Online Access:Link to OAKTrust copy
Description
Summary:A&M University, along with Knowledge Based Systems, Inc.,
aforementioned system goals of reduced pilot workload and
are also cited, particularly pertaining to the user
Aviation Pilot Advisory and Training System (GAPATS). GAPATS
called a Multi-Function Display. The various display modes
computing technology into general aviation aircraft. The
developed that aid the dual goals of increasing pilot
display that, in general, is embedded in the cockpit
Function Display. Inadequacies of the Multi-Function Display
have been designed with careful attention to the
have joined together in a research program titled General
In GAPATS, the head-down display operates in several display
in the general aviation industry. Intelligent systems can be
in turn, should lead to improved safety.
increased situational awareness. This thesis provides a
instrument panel. When viewing a head-down display, the
interface. Finally, suggestions for future enhancements are
Modem computing technology can be useful for improving safety
modes spanning a wide range of functions. Thus, it is also
pilot looks "down" into the cockpit, rather than up and out
proposed.
research is focused on integrating inexpensive, yet powerful,
situational awareness and decreasing pilot workload, which,
system architecture consists of several components, one of
The Aerospace and Electrical Engineering Departments at Texas
thorough overview of the design and development of the Multi-
through the windshield, hence the term, "head-down" display.
which is a head-down display. A head-down display is a
Item Description:"Major subject: Electrical Engineering".
Vita.
Physical Description:viii, 101 leaves : illustrations ; 28 cm.
Also available online.
Issued also on microfiche from Lange Micrographics.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references: pages 93-94.