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Dashboard redesign via pilot interviews: Reducing cognitive burden during flight operations
Bennett, Zoë Cupertino, Pedro Cordeiro Povoa
Bennett, Zoë
Cupertino, Pedro Cordeiro Povoa
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2026
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Bennett, Z., Cupertino, P., & Lynch, A. C. Dashboard redesign via pilot interviews: Reducing cognitive burden during flight operations. -- FYRE in STEM Showcase, 2026.
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Because flight instruments vary in size, weight, and shape, instrument control panels frequently contain numerous parts, multiple joining methods and considerable part variation. These factors increase the manufacturing complexity, cost, and supply chain risk. By applying Design for Manufacturing and Assembly principles, the complexity and cost of manufacturing can be reduced while still maintaining the structural and performance needs of the panel. This research investigates applied design optimization of an instrument panel for a kit version Light Sport Aircraft, focusing on minimizing cost and manufacturing complexity while meeting Federal Aviation Administration regulations, and structural performance requirements related to strength and safety. By applying Design for Manufacturing and Assembly principles alongside engineering analysis the production cost, part variability, and manufacturing complexity will be reduced. Pilot interviews will be conducted to get user and consumer feedback in regard to the position of instruments and the design of the panel. A relative cost index will be developed based on materials and estimated assembly time and process. Structural performance will be verified using Finite Element Analysis to measure stress, deflection, and factor of safety, and topology optimization used to guide reinforcement strategies. By applying Design for Manufacturing and Assembly principles alongside the input of the pilot interviews, the total part count and cost of the panel was reduced. This resulted in lower manufacturing complexity and lower defect risk. This data-driven aerospace design applies structural design choices that support the regulatory and customer needs of current pilots.
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Poster and abstract presented at the FYRE in STEM Showcase, 2026.
Research project completed at the Department of Applied Engineering, Wichita State University and at ILIOS Aerospace.
Research project completed at the Department of Applied Engineering, Wichita State University and at ILIOS Aerospace.
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Wichita State University
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FYRE in STEM 2026