Flight Dynamics Principles: A Linear Systems Approach to Aircraft Stability and Control

by Michael V. Cook

Overview

The study of flight dynamics requires a thorough understanding of the theory of the stability and control of aircraft, an appreciation of flight control systems and a grounding in the theory of automatic control. Flight Dynamics Principles is a student focused text and provides easy access to all three topics in an integrated modern systems context. Written for those coming to the subject for the first time, the book provides a secure foundation from which to move on to more advanced topics such as, non-linear flight dynamics, flight simulation, handling qualities and advanced flight control. - Additional examples to illustrate the application of computational procedures using tools such as MATLAB®, MathCad® and Program CC® - Improved compatibility with, and more expansive coverage of the North American notational style - Expanded coverage of lateral-directional static stability, manoeuvrability, command augmentation and flight in turbulence - An additional coursework study on flight control design for an unmanned air vehicle (UAV)

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780080982762
Publisher:	Butterworth-Heinemann
Publication date:	10/03/2012
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	608
File size:	18 MB
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About the Author

After graduating Michael Cook joined Elliott Flight Automation as a Systems Engineer and contributed flight control systems design to several major projects. Later he joined the College of Aeronautics to research and teach flight dynamics, experimental flight mechanics and flight control. Previously leader of the Dynamics, Simulation and Control Research Group he is now retired and continues to provide part time support. In 2003 the Group was recognised as the Preferred Academic Capability Partner for Flight Dynamics by BAE SYSTEMS and in 2007 he received a Chairman's Bronze award for his contribution to a joint UAV research programme.
After graduating Michael Cook joined Elliott Flight Automation as a Systems Engineer and contributed flight control systems design to several major projects. Later he joined the College of Aeronautics to research and teach flight dynamics, experimental flight mechanics and flight control. Previously leader of the Dynamics, Simulation and Control Research Group he is now retired and continues to provide part time support. In 2003 the Group was recognised as the Preferred Academic Capability Partner for Flight Dynamics by BAE SYSTEMS and in 2007 he received a Chairman’s Bronze award for his contribution to a joint UAV research programme.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction2. Systems of axes and notation3. Static equilibrium and trim4. The equations of motion5. The solution of the equations of motion6. Longitudinal dynamics7. Lateral-directional dynamics8. Manoeuvrability9. Stability10. Flying and handling qualities11. Stability augmentation12. Aerodynamic modelling13. Aerodynamic stability and control derivatives14. Coursework studies15. Flight in a non-steady atmosphere

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This revised text covers the theory and practice of aircraft stability and control and includes computational applications, examples, and exercises