SIMULATOR OF DVOR NAVIGATION SYSTEM

Abstract

The article describes a new concept of teaching aid (hardware simulator of DVOR system) for aircraft navigation system DVOR. Principles of simulator function are closely similar to real ground station of DVOR system used in navigation. Principles of DVOR are based on Doppler shift on electromagnetic waves and using different types of modulation at same time. DVOR system and its principles are quite complicated for student to understand. This was the main reason to design this teaching aid. The article is divided to two main parts. First part describes basic principles of real-life VOR and DVOR system. This part provides a theoretical background for design of simulator. Second part is focused on design and basic equations of simulator. Simulator is recommended to use in subjects focused on navigation systems because it should help to understand how this system works in real life.