Aight Gents,
Here's the latest on the project that ORION and I have been working on. It's come a long was and I personally can say I am proud with its progress. As usual with this thing, IT'S STILL A WORK IN PROGRESS.
Training Version:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3So3WwTLPRZRkhkcF9EOTNTZG8/view?usp=sharingA-A Version:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3So3WwTLPRZT0YtU2twWXFacjg/view?usp=sharingA-G GBU Version:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3So3WwTLPRZV0lEZ3l4NnpfMEU/view?usp=sharingA-G Maverick Version:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3So3WwTLPRZc1psUy1kVVg5TVk/view?usp=sharingA-G Zuni Version:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3So3WwTLPRZYUIwSE80elVOd2c/view?usp=sharingClean Version:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3So3WwTLPRZQ3RYeTdPdWhrMVE/view?usp=sharingBlue Angel Version:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3So3WwTLPRZZ3NlU3B5Zzc4SEk/view?usp=sharingI've uploaded this one in modules based on weapons loadout to save HHD space. With the exception of the BLUE ANGELS version, you will at least need to download and install the TRAINING version in order to get any of the other versions to work. I DID NOT INCLUDE THE 2-SEATER MODEL AS I AM CONCENTRATING SOLELY ON THE SINGLE SEATER RIGHT NOW
Few things to keep in mind with this version
-Proportional Integral (PI) Controllers used on all three axis for flight control. They can be tweaked by changing the values in the section just under "Flight Tuning". The section is titled "Hornet FCS". WARNING- Be very careful when changing these values as they can significantly alter the flight characteristics and stability of the aircraft.
-The pitch logic is Pitch Rate commanded below 230 KTAS, and G commanded above 390 KTAS. A Pitch Rate/G hybrid exist in between those speed ranges.
-In Up and Away (UA) mode, Pitch Rate and AOA blending occurs between 22 deg AOA and 35 deg AOA. At 35 deg AOA and beyond, pitch input solely command AOA.
-In Powered Approach (PA) mode, Pitch Rate and AOA commanded are blended based on the amount of flaps deployed. Full AOA command occur when Training Edge Flaps (TEF) are at 45 degrees .
-Trim now works in the aircraft in both PA and UA modes.
-In UA mode, trim controls the baseline that the aircraft auto trims to once stick is released.
-In PA mode, trim controls the hands-free AOA that the aircraft will trim to once stick is released.
-The trimmed AOA is shown on the lower right side of the HUD once the gear is lowered. Jet has to be in PA mode* for trimmed AOA to work.
-Flight controls will not work if hydraulic pressure is below 1500 psi and/or APU is not turned on.
-Still working/tweaking Automatic Throttle Control (ATC). It will work, but has trouble when AOA trim value is changed in PA mode.
-G Limiter tends to get saturated with full aft stick around 280-230 KIAS. Expect around 8.5 max G in that range. Still working on that.
-Slight residual roll and/or rudder twitch has been noticed at times throughout the flight regime. Still working on resolution.
-Having trouble getting the smoke gauge to work properly on the Blue Angel Variant. Working on resolving.
-Jet handles differently around the pattern due to FCS working to keep the jet at trimmed AOA. Proper power management will be required in order not to "fight the jet". Nose will rise with power additions and sink with power reductions. Advise around 90-91% N2 during downwind leg and 180 turn. Approx. 85% on approach.
*PA Mode = Below 250 KTAS, flaps HALF or FULL
Sorry I was not able to integrate all of the great textures out there that have been created over the course of developing this jet. File size became just too large. Will be re-evaluating and re-selecting upon final release though.
Putting the final touches on a manual to better explain things. Will be published shortly.
As usual feedback and thoughts are welcomed and encouraged.
-Jimi
