AVT Helicopter Aid for Maritime Operations
June 2 th , 2008
AVT is pursuing the development of its unique helicopter aid for maritime operations under a recently secured Concept Technology Demonstrator (CTD) Grant from the Australian Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO).
http://www.dsto.defence.gov.au/collaboration/3743/
The aid uses embedded real-time simulation (Ondeck) to predict limit proximity using measures like wheel lift off proximity and lashing loads.
Instead of simply relying on indirect limit measures like roll and pitch or a single index based on simulation results or existing limit data, the system uses the actual ship motion to simulate the response of the helicopter.
This allows for the influence of ship manoeuvring, list, changes in ship ballast and the effects of active fins and anti-roll tanks to be accounted for. Unlike other systems embedded simulation also means the aid can be used for usage monitoring and provide airworthiness inspection guidance.
The system leverages off 20 years of DSTO and AVT Ondeck helicopter-ship simulation code development and RAN FOCFT trials experience.
The aid is designed to:
- Increase Ship Manoeuvre Flexibility
- Enhance Helicopter Operational Capability
- Improve Flight Crew and Deck Crew Safety
- Provide Structural Load Monitoring
- Landing / Takeoff Guidance
- Provide UAV Guidance
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