The generation of telemetry frame formats in a user-friendly environment

Abstract

Complex systems such as an aircraft requires continuous development due to rapid changes in technology and the fast growing demands of users. Users are mainly interested in collecting test data to monitor performance of existing systems for future modifications due to demands imposed by users requirements. This is normally achieved through a series of instrumented test nights that telemeter data of interest to a night centre. The prime concern of this research work is the efficient utilisation of telemetry frame formats known as the Data Cycle Map (DCM). DCM represents parameters sampled at different rates during night testing compliant to a telemetry standard known as the Inter Range instrumentation Group (IRIG). In a previously reported research work, the author presented a methodology based on algorithms similar to those adopted in memory management techniques within a multi-environment operating systems to optimally utilise the space allocation for a telemetry frame. In this paper, the author adopts the previous work in an interactive user-friendly environment using Visual C++. This approach, will provide users with visualisation and flexibility to choose between different Past or intermediate DCM in a more efficient approach. The framework provides an effective DCM utilisation, yet requires the intervention of the user.