Modeling and Simulation Technology A New Vector for Flight-Test

摘要

In June of 1995, senior Air Force leadership led by Secretary Widnall and General Ronald Fogelman, Chief of Staff met to establish policy for the future of Air Force modeling and simulation (M&S). The result of this conference was a the publication of A New Vector as a balanced strategy and a roadmap for Air Force M&S. The M&S roadmap in A New Vector is best compared to something with which the Air Force is very familiar how to assess and invest in the capability of aircraft systems. Because aircraft systems assessment is the basic mission of flight-test, this thesis addresses the question: As design and engineering models increase in scope and complexity from the physical component level to complex systems, what are the capabilities and limitations of M&S for flight test.