Motion Based Flight Simulator Research

This motion based six-degree of freedom flight simulator supports the design, development and testing of advanced intelligent algorithms to enhance aviation operational safety and technology. This device allows the validation and verification of advanced flight control systems and algorithms to preserve an acceptable level of safety during real flight operations. Another important area that this simulation tool supports is the analysis and evaluation of the pilot’s behavior and his/her interaction with onboard flight control mechanisms. This leads towards research and development to detecting pilot abnormal conditions or inadequate response, assessing adverse interactions with intelligent control laws, and developing mechanisms that can mitigate their effects through design and ad-hoc countermeasures.