Development of an Interactive Real-Time Graphics System for the Display of Vehicle Space Positioning

Comperini, Robert and Rhea, Donald C. (1988) Development of an Interactive Real-Time Graphics System for the Display of Vehicle Space Positioning. Technical Report NASA TM-100429, Research Engineering, NASA Dryden Flight Research Center.

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Abstract

This paper will outline a new approach taken by the NASA Western Aeronautical Test Range to display real-time space positioning data using computer-generated images that produce a graphic representation of an area map integrated with the research flight test aircraft track. This display system supports research flight test requirements of research projects such as the advanced fighter technology integration (AFTI) F-16, F-18 high alpha research vehicle (HARV), AFTI F-111 mission adaptive wing (MAW), F-15, and X-29A forward-swept wing. This paper will discuss the requirements, system configuration and capability, and future system applications.

EPrint Type:	NASA Technical Memorandum
Keywords:	Mission control center, Real-time processing and display, Telemetry data, Tracking, Western Aeronautical Test Range
Subjects:	Aircraft/Project: F-16 Aircraft/Project: Multiple Aircraft Aircraft/Project: F-18 HARV Aircraft/Project: X-29 Aircraft/Project: F-111 Aircraft/Project: F-15 (12 - 20) Astronautics: (17) Space Communications, Command And Tracking
ID Code:	446
Deposited On:	10 May 2005
Additional Information:	15 pages. Prepared for presentation as AIAA-88-2167 at the 4th Flight Test Conference, San Diego, California, May 18–20, 1988.