Accession Number:

ADA289903

Title:

An Overview of Health and Usage Monitoring Systems (HUMS) for Military Helicopters,

Descriptive Note:

Corporate Author:

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ORGANIZATION MELBOURNE (AUSTRALIA)

Personal Author(s):

• Fraser, K. F.

Report Date:

1994-01-01

Pagination or Media Count:

42.0

Abstract:

The application of HUMS for military helicopters is lagging that for civil helicopters, but military operators are seriously examining the effectiveness of such systems for their fleets. The material presented in this document is based mainly on the authors recent discussions with researchers, manufacturers and military operators. It outlines some of the important issues which operators face and some initiatives in the area.

Descriptors:

• *MONITORING
• *HELICOPTERS
• MILITARY PERSONNEL
• MILITARY AIRCRAFT
• CIVIL AVIATION
• OPERATORS(PERSONNEL)

Subject Categories:

• Helicopters
• Miscellaneous Detection and Detectors

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE