AN INVESTIGATION OF EFFECTS OF FLIGHT MANEUVERS ON A SUPERSONIC AIRCRAFT WITH HORIZONTAL TAIL ACTUATOR FAILURE

摘要

Modern aircraft with fly-by-wire systems have high performance, precision control systems that are different from conventional aircraft with manual control systems. Without precise actuator functions, supersonic aircraft can be unstable or have limited performance. To reduce the operational risk from actuator damage or failure, safeguards can be implemented by designing a reconfigurable control system. This reconfigurable control system is therefore capable of improving the safety and survivability of supersonic aircraft. This paper examines the effects of flight maneuvers on a supersonic aircraft with actuator failure using a reconfigurable control system.