A cost-effective integrated diagnostics support system
Abstract
Today's maintenance test system must provide a cost-effective solution to the diagnostics problem. In a small-force environment, it is mandatory that training, publications, and maintenance considerations be included. This paper is the result of a study to identify a cost-effective alternative to existing automatic test equipment. The alternate support system identified is capable of supporting a small-force operator with very limited assets. It integrates the test system, a maintenance aid, a training device, and automated publications into a single support system. Audio and visual operator instructions are included plus operator interaction. Non-recurring, recurring, and life cycle costs are compared to existing support equipment, with descriptions of operational advantages.
- Publication:
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AUTOTESTCON 1983; Proceedings of the Conference
- Pub Date:
- 1983
- Bibcode:
- 1983ieee.proc..164W
- Keywords:
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- Aircraft Maintenance;
- Cost Effectiveness;
- Diagnosis;
- Life Cycle Costs;
- Support Systems;
- Test Equipment;
- Automatic Control;
- Engine Failure;
- Fighter Aircraft;
- Electronics and Electrical Engineering