A most interesting site and a fascinating problem. Pure layman
guesses
:- (1) Capability now of inputting very large numbers of factors for
virtual
testing of designs without flight-testing. (2) Ruggedised screen
displays
can replace instrument panels, so enhancing displays and overviews of
flight-profiles.
May reduce launch control complications. (3) Programme and system
updates
can take place in the software environment, so extending the lifetime
and
mission-complexity of existing systems.
- Richard Edkins
- Richard Wordsmith