What type of beams are used for the tactical control panel? - Avionics MCQ

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What type of beams are used for the tactical control panel?

A)

Lasers

B)

Light beams

C)

Microwave beams

D)

Matrix array of infrared beams

Correct Answer : Matrix array of infrared beams

Explanation : A typical tactical control panel uses a matrix of infrared beams across the surface of the display containing various functional keys. Touching a specific function key on the display surface interrupts the x and y infrared beams which intersect over the displayed key function and hence signal the operation of that particular key function.

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Only the pilot of a particular aircraft can use its DVI control system?

A)

True

B)

False

C)

Can Not Say

D)

None of the above

Correct Answer : Option (B) : False

Explanation : The DVI control system is a universal system which can recognize the voice of anyone if spoken clearly. This is done for maintenance purposes and for an emergency.

The DVI control system need not be super sensitive to the voice of the pilot.

A)

True

B)

False

C)

Can Not Say

D)

None of the above

Correct Answer : Option (B) : False

Explanation : The DVI control system must be super sensitive to the voice of the pilot so that it can be operated in cockpit noise environment. In a fast jet combat aircraft, the background noise levels can be very high.

What are isolated word recognizers?

A)

System that is not fully voice commanded

B)

Systems that can recognize anyone’s voice

C)

Systems that require a pause between each word to recognize

D)

Systems that only accept one-word command

Correct Answer : Option (C) : Systems that require a pause between each word to recognize

Explanation : An isolated word recognizer requires pauses between each word said as it cannot recognize fully connected speech. The DVI control in an aircraft must not be an isolated voice recognizer to ensure smooth man-machine interface.

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