Identifier: KD07DZM
The Touchflight concept of cockpit human-machine interface and interaction (HMI2) is based on pilots using a single tablet-like touch sensitive device to interact with cockpit systems. This is a novel approach that physically brings the programming interface (pilot input actions) to the pilot rather than the pilot having to reach out to interact with the cockpit systems, as the tablet can be placed on (or integrated in) the table at the crew station.
The system allows multi-modal interaction that has been carefully designed to offer a balanced mix between voice and touch input for each interaction to increase speed of interaction whilst ensuring correct and intentional entry. Specific alternative methods of interaction (reconfigurations) can be selected by the pilot to allow for preferred interaction techniques that better suit each individual. The sound (aural) channel utilises synthesised voice instructions and statements, allowing the Touchflight console to also act in a supervisory role that confirms correct entries whilst challenging incorrect ones, replicating, in the process, voice communication between human pilots that is typical of and in line with modern CRM concepts. The
Touchflight HMI allows pilots to program FMS, FCU, system and radio functions and can communicate with the aircraft systems via a wireless or wired connection.
The Touchflight technology is protected by Registered Community Design 3482579-0001, 3482579-0002, 3525443, US Patent 9,710,145, US Design Patent D722,935, D733,532, D783,680 and by Canadian Design Registration 171774, 171795, 172192. Other applications awaiting grant.