FWV Technologies Applicable to UCAV--Subsystems
The FWV subsystem technologies evaluated in the QFD assessment were placed into the eight major categories shown. All except the Advanced Landing Gear (in general) and Advanced Canopy technologies are considered applicable to a UCAV. The Advanced Landing Gear technology includes not only light weight gear which have more applicability to heavier vehicles but also load alleviation and oil bath lube which are not considered necessary for a UCAV. However, it also includes improved shimmy prediction and improved plating systems which will provide some benefit for a UCAV. The Extended Tire Life technology is also considered applicable to a UCAV. This tire development technology will reduce maintenance support even though the UCAV may spend considerable time in storage.
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