Computationally cheap and accurate enough weight estimation tools are needed for the multidisciplinary design optimization and the design exploration studies of novel aircraft at the conceptual design stage. In this study, ...

This study proposes a ducted-fan flight array (DFA) system that can change the array based on the mission environment and validate the feasibility through ground and flight tests. This DFA can carry out normal formation ...

In this paper, a new real-time collision avoidance scheme is proposed using Generalized Vector Explicit Guidance (GENEX) law, an optimal guidance algorithm that can simultaneously achieve design specifications on miss ...

A pair of counter-rotating vortices is a very common flow feature associated with aircraft and ground vehicles. This paper details the research conducted by the authors to understand the effect of upstream turbulence on a ...

The main aim of this work is to investigate variable cycle concept for combat aircraft with super cruise capability. In particular, this study investigates impact of different variable geometry mechanisms and components ...

Proliferation of low-cost, lightweight, and power efficient sensors and advances in networked systems enable the employment of multiple sensors. Distributed estimation provides a scalable and fault-robust fusion framework ...

Flight simulation modelling of an aircraft is required for various purposes including performance analysis, flight control design, and flying qualities analysis. The Saab 340B is a twin turboprop transport aircraft designed ...

Relatively high turnover rates for CIOs have endured since the role was conceived in the 1980s. Whilst the CIO has been studied as IT leadership and management research since the 1980s, a coherent theory to explain CIO ...

The success of an Unmanned Aircraft Vehicle for effective operation beyond visual line of sight is linked to the system’s ability to maintain precise positioning during stationary and maneuvering flight under all encountered ...

This Special Issue of Energies was devoted to the topic of “Manufacturing Energy Efficiency and Industry 4.0”. To a great extent, this issue follows the successful previous Special Issue on “Energy Efficiency of Manufacturing ...