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5,883 papers · NASA NTRS, NTSB, FAA CAMI
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1,269 matches · NASA NTRS
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Conference Paper
Precipitation and kinematic structure of microburst producing storms
Single Doppler radar techniques are used to study the precipitation and kinematic structure of microburst-producing storms. Radar data collected by NCAR radars during the Joint Airport Weather Studies (JAWS) experiment a…
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Conference Paper
Joint thunderstorm operations using the NASA F-106B and FAATC/AFWAL Convair 580 airplanes
During the 1985 thunderstorm season, three joint thunderstorm research flights were conducted within 100 n.mi. of NASA Langley by the NASA Storm Hazards F-106B and the FAA/USAF CV-580 research airplanes with ground-based…
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Pilot errors as a source of workload
A pilot opinion survey was conducted to develop a database for creating simulation scenarios that impose predetermined levels of pilot workload.
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Conference Paper
Inflight evaluation of four measures of pilot workload
Four measures of pilot workload were tested in the NASA C-141 Kuiper Airborne Observatory. The measured included a communications analysis, subjective ratings of workload, subjective ratings of additional factors related…
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Conference Proceedings
Aircrew fatigue and circadian rhythmicity
Recent statistical and experimental studies on the role of circadian rhythms in aircrew fatigue and aviation accidents are reviewed from a human-factors perspective, and typical data are presented in extensive graphs.
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Conference Proceedings
Helicopter human factors
The state-of-the-art helicopter and its pilot are examined using the tools of human-factors analysis. The significant role of human error in helicopter accidents is discussed; the history of human-factors research on hel…
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Flight simulation of a wide-body transport aircraft to evaluate MLS-RNAV procedures
In a collaborative effort between the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) NASA and the U.S. Air Force, a piloted simulation was conducted to look at the issues involved with flying a large, wide-body aircraft in the ai…
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Midair collisions - The accidents, the systems, and the Realpolitik
Two midair collisions occurring in 1978 are described, and the air traffic control system and procedures in use at the time, human factors implications and political consequences of the accidents are examined.
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Conference Paper
A laboratory for life sciences research in space
Biological studies hardware for Spacelab flights are described. The research animal holding facility has modular construction and is installed on a single ESA rack.
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Human factors of flight-deck automation - Report on a NASA-industry workshop
The scope of automation, the benefits of automation, and automation-induced problems were discussed at a workshop held to determine whether those functions previously performed manually on the flight deck of commercial a…
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Flight-deck automation - Promises and problems
The paper analyzes the role of human factors in flight-deck automation, identifies problem areas, and suggests design guidelines. Flight-deck automation using microprocessor technology and display systems improves perfor…
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Conference Paper
AVE/VAS experiment: Ground truth network
The visible/infrared spin scan radiometer (VISSR) atmospheric sounder (VAS) rawinsonde field program is discussed. Specific items covered include: planning, personnel requirements and training, operational requirement an…
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Predicted airframe noise levels for certification flights
A correction is presented for a previously published inconsistency in predicted airframe noise values, which were based on approach velocities lower than those required for FAA certification.
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Conference Paper
Rotorcraft air transportation
Intermodal relationships and the particular ways in which they affect public transportation applications of rotorcraft are addressed. Some aspects of integrated services and general comparisons with other transportation …
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Conference Paper
Community rotorcraft air transporation: Opportunities and benefits
Opportunities and benefits of rotorcraft transportation are examined in light of the flight capabilities of rotorcraft. Promising helicopter scenarios include public service, public transportation, energy exploration, co…
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Directions in civil aviation 1980-2000
The following future directions in civil aviation are considered: (1) greater economy and efficiency in passenger and cargo air service at subsonic speeds, and improved utility and safety for general aviation, (2) greatl…
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Volcanic ash - Terrestrial versus extraterrestrial
A principal difference between terrestrial and extraterrestrial lavas may consist in the greater ability of terrestrial lavas to form thin films (like those of soap bubbles) and hence foams.
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Other
Erosion and the gas turbine engine, part 2
Procedures for protecting aircraft engines from impact damage due to sand and dust particles are discussed. One system is to develop a filtration system to remove most of the solid particles.
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Analysis and design of antennas for air traffic collision avoidance systems.
The analysis and design procedure of an antenna for a CW Doppler radar system being developed for pilot warning of midair collision hazards is presented.
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Other
Fly-by-wire
Designing fly by wire flight control system based on quadruple-redundant configuration for space shuttle vehicles
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Reprint (Version printed in journal)
An evaluation of low-visibility landing systems by simulation
Helicopter automatic and manual low visibility landing systems evaluation by hybrid computer simulation
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Clear-air turbulence - Simultaneous observations by radar and aircraft.
Radar and aircraft simultaneous clear air turbulence /CAT/ observations
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Acceleration stress effects on pilot performance and dynamic response.
Acceleration stress effects on pilot performance and dynamic response
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Radiation effects on creep rupture and fatigue strength of pure aluminum.
Creep rupture, fatigue strength and brittle- ductile transition of aluminum as affected by nuclear radiation
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Effects of gust-induced and maneuvering acceleration stress on pilot-vehicle performance.
Gust induced and maneuvering acceleration stress effect on pilot-vehicle performance during extended periods of low level high speed flight
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Other
Selection of individuals for flight training
Selection of individuals for flight training
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Other
Changes in the capacity of the central nervous system while learning to pilot a training plane
Changes in capacity of central nervous system for acquiring skills during pilot training
- NASA NTRS 2011 CDMS Other
UPPER-ATMOSPHERE STRUCTURE MEASUREMENT MADE WITH THE PITOT-STATIC TUBE
Upper-atmosphere structure measurement made with pitot-static tube
- NASA NTRS 2010 LaRC Presentation
JPDO's Plans for NextGen Service Oriented Architecture
NextGen Service Oriented Architecture will require considerable test and evaluation. JPDO's Net-centric Operations Division is planning an Inter-agency Test Bed to leverage Agency resources.
- NASA NTRS 2010 LaRC Presentation
Airframe Noise Flight Test Measurements Using an Electret Condenser Microphone Array
An extensive collection of airframe noise flight test data has been acquired for a regional jet class of aircraft using a ground-based electret condenser microphone phased array system.
- NASA NTRS 2010 LaRC Abstract
Emerging Standards for Aerodrome Mapping Databases and Datalink Technologies to Enable Reductions in Runway Incursions/Excursions
The integration of onboard databases with data linked aeronautical information services (AIS) is a task that RTCA and EUROCAE are pursuing.
- NASA NTRS 2009 LaRC Abstract
Structural Response to Low Amplitude Sonic Booms
Two highly instrumented homes have been ensonified by low amplitude sonic booms. The resulting measurements have been analyzed 1) to gain insight to the dominant physical acoustics associated with sonic booms heard indoo…
- NASA NTRS 2008 LaRC Technical Memorandum (TM)
The Naturalistic Flight Deck System: An Integrated System Concept for Improved Single-Pilot Operations
This paper reviews current and emerging operational experiences, technologies, and human-machine interaction theories to develop an integrated flight system concept designed to increase the safety, reliability, and perfo…
- NASA NTRS 2005 GRC Abstract
MEA Failure Mechanisms in PEM Fuel Cells Operated on Hydrogen and Oxygen
Polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells are candidates to replace alkaline fuel cells for space power programs. Broad power ranges, high peak to nominal power ratio, and low maintenance costs are the major advantag…
- NASA NTRS 2004 LaRC Conference Paper
Cockpit System Situational Awareness Modeling Tool
This project explored the possibility of predicting pilot situational awareness (SA) using human performance modeling techniques for the purpose of evaluating developing cockpit systems.
- NASA NTRS 2003 HQ Other - Technical Report
Columbia Accident Investigation Board Report: Volume One
The Columbia Accident Investigation Board's independent investigation into the February 1, 2003, loss of the Space Shuttle Columbia and its seven-member crew lasted nearly seven months.
- NASA NTRS 2003 GRC Presentation
Aviation Safety Program: Weather Accident Prevention (WxAP) Project Overview and Status
This paper presents a project overview and status for the Weather Accident Prevention (WxAP) aviation safety program. The topics include: 1) Weather Accident Prevention Project Background/History; 2) Project Modification…
- NASA NTRS 2003 GRC Conference Publication (CP)
Proceedings of the Second NASA Aviation Safety Program Weather Accident Prevention Review
The Second NASA Aviation Safety Program (AvSP) Weather Accident Prevention (WxAP) Annual Project Review held June 5-7, 2001, in Cleveland, Ohio, presented the NASA technical plans and accomplishments to the aviation comm…
- NASA NTRS 2003 LaRC Presentation
Aviation Weather Information Overview and Status
This paper presents the weather accident prevention project review during the period of June 5, through June 7, 2001. The topics include: 1) Background; 2) Guidance; 3) Plan; 4) System Elements; 5) AWIN System; 6) Market…
- NASA NTRS 2003 GRC Presentation
Aviation Safety Program: Weather Accident Prevention (WxAP) Development of WxAP System Architecture And Concepts of Operation
This paper presents viewgraphs on the development of the Weather Accident Prevention (WxAP) System architecture and Concept of Operation (CONOPS) activities.
- NASA NTRS 2003 GRC Presentation
Oceanic Weather Information: Oceanic Convective Nowcasting Demonstration (OCND)
This viewgraph presentation provides information on the Oceanic Convective Nowcasting Demonstration (OCND). The presentation covers oceanic/remote area aviation weather requirements, ongoing research to address the requi…
- NASA NTRS 2003 LaRC Presentation
Decision-Making in Flight with Different Convective Weather Information Sources: Preliminary Results from the Langley CoWS Experiment (COnvective Weather Sources)
This viewgraph presentation provides information on an airborne experiment designed to test the decision making of pilots receiving different sources of meteorological data.
- NASA NTRS 2003 LaRC Presentation
Market Assessment of Forward-Looking Turbulence Sensing Systems
This viewgraph presentation provides a cost benefit analysis of three next-generation forward-looking turbulence sensing systems: X band turbulence radar system for convective turbulence, LIDAR based turbulence systems t…
- NASA NTRS 2003 GRC Presentation
Feasibility Study of Transport-Aircraft Control Systems for Turbulence Effects Mitigation
This viewgraph presentation provides the results of a feasibility study conducted with four objectives: (1) use turbulence inputs from injury-accident FDR data; (2) assess capability of current aircraft control systems t…
- NASA NTRS 2003 GRC Presentation
National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)
This viewgraph presentation provides an overview of the National Business Aviation Association's position on cockpit weather information systems.
- NASA NTRS 2003 GRC Presentation
Overview: Business Feasibility of the TAMDAR System
This viewgraph presentation provides information on the business considerations to be made in regard to the development of the TAMDAR (Tropospheric Airborne Meteorological Data Reporting) system.
- NASA NTRS 2000 LaRC Technical Memorandum (TM)
Spin-Tunnel Investigation of a 1/40-Scale Model of the F-111A Airplane with Store Loadings and with Supplementary Spin-Recovery Devices
An investigation has been made in the Langley spin tunnel to determine the spin and spin-recovery characteristics of the F-111A airplane in the symmetric and asymmetric stores loading conditions.
- NASA NTRS 1999 ARC Other
Analyzing Software Specifications for Mode Confusion Potential
Increased automation in complex systems has led to changes in the human controller's role and to new types of technology-induced human error.
- NASA NTRS 1999 ARC Other
Safety Analysis of FMS/CTAS Interactions During Aircraft Arrivals
This grant funded research on human-computer interaction design and analysis techniques, using future ATC environments as a testbed. The basic approach was to model the nominal behavior of both the automated and human pr…
- NASA NTRS 1999 JPL Other
Angular and Energy Dependence of Proton Upset in Optocouplers
Proton upset effects in optocouplers were reported by LaBel, et al. that showed an unexpected increase in cross section for incident angles above 80 degrees.