Glass=Bliss
Publisher Summary
The chapter articulates about a large and flat piece of glass which is termed revolution by the pilots. Although there is much more silicon behind it than most of them would suspect, it is the digital revolution of the cockpit that has happened in only the last few years. Several powerful microprocessors work hard behind that glass to cram as much information as possible in a very simple, intuitive and possibly pleasing interface. Global Positioning System (GPS) technology has been the driving force behind this innovation. At present, every airplane manufacturer offer several advanced glass cockpit options for new models. Some are even speculating that the more recent increase in sales of new airplanes. The ...
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