Opportunities in Flight/Propulsion Control Coupling (FPCC)

Flight/propulsion control coupling (FPCC) is a flight control technique which couples propulsive forces with aerodynamic forces to affect the flight path and/or flight stability. FPCC is a powerful technique for enhancing and/or enabling performance of advanced airborne vehicles. An overview of the problem of developing the FPCC technology is presented to illuminate some of its key overall requirements. A need for a total system/total mission approach is indicated.