SIMULATING EXPERIENCE IN AVIATION MAINTAINERS
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Authors
Plass, Clifford E.
Subjects
aircraft
aviation
maintenance
training
simulation
mid-range towing tractor
MRTT
Unity
aviation
maintenance
training
simulation
mid-range towing tractor
MRTT
Unity
Advisors
Darken, Rudolph P.
McDowell, Perry L.
Date of Issue
2020-09
Date
Sep-20
Publisher
Monterey, CA; Naval Postgraduate School
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The intricacy and breadth of knowledge as well as logical and critical thinking required to effectively service and maintain the Marine Corps fleet of aviation assets cannot be fully realized through formal schooling. The operational tempo and readiness demands of the service cannot facilitate the full development of proficient maintainers prior to arrival in their units, leaving the majority of skill development to be achieved through on-the-job training. This is a slow process with numerous shortcomings that can be overcome through the introduction of experience simulation.
This thesis utilizes the Unity game engine to create a training program that simulates interaction with the A/S32A-45 mid-range towing tractor (MRTT). The prototype software explores the tasks associated with receiving tasking to troubleshoot a low power discrepancy. It follows one possible cause of the discrepancy through the steps required to diagnose and correct the issue.
The MRTT training program demonstrates the capability of the software to allow aviation maintainers to perform repetitions of troubleshooting and maintenance tasks that may not occur repetitiously in the conduct of the mission. The application could be expanded to cover all systems and discrepancies within the MRTT. The process could be applied to the fleet of aviation support equipment as well as aircraft systems in use.
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Computer Science (CS)
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Approved for public release. distribution is unlimited
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