Aircraft design is a multidisciplinary field that spans aerodynamics, structures, thermodynamics and propulsion. Prior approaches to this problem have consisted of historical correlations, empirical drag and simplified propulsion system models (Raymer, 2018; Roskam, 2002; Torenbeek, 1982). TASOPT, originally written in FORTRAN and developed by Mark
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Resilient pavement infrastructure is a dream of every transportation agency. Many factors affect the health of pavement infrastructure to include extreme climate shifts. This study evaluated the effects of climate shifts to pavement infrastructure in Tennessee. The study used AASHTOWare PMED software to predict distresses on selected pavement secti
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The goal of this research is to increase the accuracy of AEDT noise and emissions modeling of aircraft not currently in the ANP database. Georgia Tech will identify, and review aircraft not currently modeled in the AEDT, and will collect information and necessary data to better understand the characteristics of these aircraft. Various statistical a
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This study investigates the ignition behavior of six dimethylcyclohexane (DMCH) isomers and cis-/trans-decalin, focusing on the effects of molecular geometry and substitution patterns. Ignition delay and derived cetane number (DCN) were measured using a CFR ignition quality tester under ASTM D6890 conditions. Among the DMCH isomers, cis-1,3-DMCH ex
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Multirotor electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles and small unmanned aircraft systems commonly use distributed electric propulsion. One approach to reducing their noise involves synchronizing rotor phase relationships to control radiated noise directionally. This paper presents a practical electronic phase synchronization method for multir
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Accurate preliminary cost estimates for resurfacing projects are essential to conduct a reliable Maintenance & Rehabilitation (M&R) analysis, prioritize projects, and optimize the use of available budget. However, TDOT is currently using an outdated cost per lane mile data for such analysis, and hence the results of such analysis can be less reliab
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The exploration of novel acoustic liner designs using 3D internal lattices has become a growing topic of interest within the field of additive manufacturing (AM). However, the comparison between the acoustic liner response of computational simulation and experimental testing tends to show significant deviation. A potential cause of this deviation i
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Acoustic liners are integral to the noise management of aircraft engines. As such, acoustic liner designs and configurations are the subject of research and development to address the acoustic requirements of novel engine layouts. Perforate sheet over honeycomb core, or single degree of freedom (SDOF), liners are the traditional system that has bee
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A comprehensive uncertainty quantification (UQ) of soot volume fraction (SVF) predictions in the primary zone of a Rich-Quench-Lean (RQL) combustor is presented, with particular emphasis on the modeling uncertainties in the rates of nucleation, growth, oxidation, condensation, and coagulation. Large-eddy simulations (LES) of soot formation in a rea
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The goal of this project has been to develop a document providing guidance on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning (ML) technologies within information automation in FAA systems to support safety critical operations for air traffic control, traffic flow management and technical operations (maintenance). In this document
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The jet from a model-scale, internally mixed nozzle produced a loud howling when operated at jet Mach numbers between 0.80 and 1.00. Discrete tones dominated the noise radiated to the far field and powerful oscillations were present in the jet. To explain these observations, this paper leverages a blend of experimental acoustic and flow measurement
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Food waste is an underdeveloped source for production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Now, there is no certified conversion process of food waste for SAF by American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). We report the use of zeolite-supported molybdenum carbide nanocatalysts in upgrading biocrudes, produced from food wastes through HTL, int
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The Federal Aviation Administration’s air traffic control organization (ATO) encompasses a variety of facilities that include towers, terminal radar approach control facilities (TRACONs), and air route traffic control centers (ARTCCs). Air traffic controllers use alarms, alerts, and warnings (collectively, signals) as an aid to situation awareness
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This is an updated version of the "Hallock, J. N., Aircraft Wake Vortices: An Annotated Bibliography (1923 - 1990), DOT-FAA-RD-90-30 / DOT-VNTSC-FAA-90-7, 1991” and other related historical bibliographies. This annotated bibliography consists of abstracts of publications on aircraft wake vortices and related fields. This material was developed as p
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Experiments using pure compounds, National Jet Fuels Combustion Program (NJFCP) test fuels, and commercial jet fuels were conducted to demonstrate the equivalence of the indicated cetane number (ICN) and derived cetane number (DCN) for jet fuels. The calibrated range for ICN was also extended to lower cetane number (CN) values (5 to 35) to allow CN
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Conventional aviation combustors use liquid fuels where spray atomization is important for efficient combustion process and resultant emissions. In this study, a three-sector combustor with commercial pre-filming air blast injectors is utilized to analyze the effect of operating conditions on spray and soot formation. Measurements are performed wit
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The freezing point is an important property for determining the operating range of liquid hydrocarbon fuels. Many thermodynamic properties, like density, viscosity, and vapor pressure, have simple blending rules that can accurately predict the properties of a complex mixture. Freezing point, however, does not behave this way and shows nonlinear and
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Global land cover has changed during the past decades, influencing biogeochemical cycles and the global climate system. This study aimed to improve understanding of global land cover dynamics to enable more effective future land management practices and conservation actions. This study quantified interannual changes in global land cover types from
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Aviation Administration. Civil Aerospace Medical Institute
2025-01-17
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Aeromedical Safety Brochures
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Aeromedical Safety Brochures are prepared for general aviation pilots, commercial pilots and physicians. The brochures acquaint the aviation community with the physiological challenges of the aviation environment and relevant safety concerns.
United States. Department of Transportation. Office of Aviation Consumer Protection
2024-12-01
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Air Travel Consumer Report Series
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The Air Travel Consumer Report is a monthly product of the Department of Transportation’s Office of Aviation Consumer Protection (OACP). The report is designed to assist consumers with information on the quality of services provided by the airlines. The report is divided into sections (Flight Delays, Mishandled Baggage Wheelchairs and Scooters, Ove
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