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Computer Tech In Aircraft Systems Flashcards

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What type of computer is used as a source of information or data and requires little/no input?

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Reference Computers

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What is an example of a Reference computer?

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IRS

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What does IRS stand for?

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Inertial Reference System

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What is IRS and its functions?

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It is a laser gyro and accelerometer based reference system

Its function is to generate outputs such as altitude, heading, acceleration etc.

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How much input does an IRS require?

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Very little/ none

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What type of computer collects data, processes it and formats it for display?

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Informational Computer

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Name a type of Informational Computer

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EICAS

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What does EICAS stand for?

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Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System

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What type of computer is used to store information or data, provided to them by other systems and components, to be monitored for later retrieval?

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Storage/ Monitor Computers

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Name an example of a type of Storage/ Monitor computer

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EECM

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What does an EECM stand for?

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Electronic Engine Control Monitor

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What is the function of the EECM?

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Stores fault data and abnormalities in the engine during flight

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What type of computer has the main task to control other devices?

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Controlling Computers

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Name an example of a Controlling Computer

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FSEU

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What does FSEU stand for?

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Flaps/Slats Electronic Unit

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What is the function of the FSEU?

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To provide a means of monitoring the flap/slat position module, proximity switch Electronic unit and flap lever

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What type of computer can perform several different tasks depending on the operator inputs and can display information and manipulate data based on the interaction between the operator and computer?

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Interactive Computer

18
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Name an example of an Interactive Computer

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FMC

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What does FMC stand for?

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Flight Management Computer

20
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What is the function of the FMC?

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To input data then calculate the possible effects and profiles like the cost of the climb, cruise or descent used by the auto pilot and auto throttle for automatic flight control

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