Submitting Campus
Worldwide
Department
Aeronautics, Graduate Studies
Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication/Presentation Date
9-2013
Abstract/Description
Fighter pilots’ helmets have become more complex and heavier resulting in long term implications to pilots musculoskeletal systems as they fly and experience high g-load. Current research has identified design changes to the helmet to accommodate the ancillary items fitted to assist pilots but at the expense of comfort and additional loading. Its manufacturing requirements and adaptations to offer bespoke solutions are addressed to allow for training and operational usage. To produce the next generation of helmets that reduce long-term injuries, from g-loads and asymmetrical ancillaries requires individual considerations, unique manufacturing requirements and the ability to support with service spares anywhere in the world at short notice. This paper will describe how manufacturing requirements are matched to ergonomic needs and bespoke components can support global demands.
Sponsorship/Conference/Institution
11th International Conference on Manufacturing Research (ICMR)
Location
Cranfield, UK
Number of Pages
6
Scholarly Commons Citation
McAndrew, I. R., Moran, K. A., & Little, A. (2013). Fighters Pilot Helmet Design for 5th Generation Aircraft. , (). Retrieved from https://commons.erau.edu/publication/768
