Abstract

The objective of this thesis is the conceptual development of navigation and orientation assistance systems, for the use within Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Simple-Vehicle Operaton (SVO) electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft, which offer a fusion of helicopter, and fixed-wing airplane, capabilities. The study focuses on simplifying eVTOL operation, through Augmented Reality (AR) technology, using AR visualization, to present key information to pilots. Various concepts, such as streamlined landing procedures, pre-flight inspections, navigation assistance, and enhanced pilot orientation, are developed and tested. The aviation industry’s pursuit of accessibility and simplicity in piloting is underscored, driven by the development of eVTOLs, with the aim of reducing the required training. The study integrates concepts drawn from proven methodologies, leading to the expansion of a promising concept into a prototype. This prototype, utilizing a eVTOL simulator and a Mixed Reality (MR) headset, was subjected to testing by users with varying levels of aviation and MR expertise. The feedback collected and evaluated from these tests contributes to the ongoing development of user-friendly eVTOL control systems, facilitating the realization of the future of aviation.

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