FDC toolbox downloads
Currently there are two versions of the Flight Dynamics and Control toolbox available for dowload: FDC 1.3.3, which was designed for Matlab 5.1 / Simulink 2.1 ("Release 9") or newer, and FDC 1.2.1, which is compatible with Matlab 4.2 / Simulink 1.3. The toolbox is open source software; see the License Agreement for details.
In addition to these current FDC versions, there is also a 'beta release' of the upcoming FDC 1.4, which can be obtained from the Dutchroll CVS tree at SourceForge, or as a zipped archive. FDC 1.4 beta is compatible with Matlab R11 or newer; it is subject to the terms of the Open Software License. Although the development of this version is not entirely completed and its user-manual is still under construction, it is deemed superiour to FDC 1.3.
Before using the software, it is recommended to take a look at the frequently asked questions and known problems pages too.
Preview of the next version: FDC 1.4 beta 3
FDC 1.4 beta 3 is the second 'official' beta of the next FDC release. Compared to the previous two beta's, several helptexts have been polished and some minor changes in the program code were made. This includes some bug-fixes in SYSTPROP and RESPLOT, and a new default frame of reference in ACTRIM. This version has been developed for Matlab Release 11, and it should work with newer Matlab versions too. It can be downloaded via the following links:
| fdc14_beta3.zip (517 kB) | Preview of the complete FDC 1.4 toolbox (beta 3) |
| README14.TXT (13 kB) | FDC 1.4 beta 3 release notes and install instructions |
In addition to the software itself, it is strongly recommended to download the user-manual for FDC 1.2, which contains invaluable background information, even though it documents an older version of the toolbox, and the latest draft version of the FDC 1.4 user-manual, which contains up-to-date install instructions.
Current version: FDC 1.3.3
FDC 1.3.3 is functionally identical to its predecessor FDC 1.3 SR2, with the exception of the software license (the two 'Service Releases' that were made available since the first release of FDC 1.3 contained mainly bug-fixes).
FDC 1.3.3 has been tested successfully with Matlab Releases 9, 11, 12, and 13; most likely it will also run under Matlab Release 10. It can downloaded from the SourceForge servers via these links:
| fdc13-3.zip (811 kB) | The complete FDC 1.3.3 toolbox |
| README13-3.TXT (16 kB) | FDC 1.3.3 release notes and install instructions |
In addition to the software itself, it is strongly recommended to download the user-manual for FDC 1.2, which contains invaluable background information, even though it documents an older version of the toolbox.
Note: SourceForge downloads may not work properly with some download managers; it is recommended to disable such services if you encounter any problems. If you encounter troubles, visit the Mirrors page for a different download address.
In addition to the software itself, it is strongly recommended to download the user-manual for FDC 1.2. It contains invaluable background information, even though it documents an older version of the toolbox.
Older FDC versions
FDC 1.2.1 is a re-licensed release of FDC 1.2, which incorporates the UPDATE.ZIP patch that was formerly shipped separately. It is compatible with Matlab 4.2 / Simulink 1.3 and can be downloaded via the following links:
| fdc12-1.zip (492 kB) | The complete FDC 1.2.1 toolbox |
| README12-1.TXT (12 kB) | FDC 1.2.1 release notes and install instructions |
In addition, it is recommended to download the user-manual, as it provides detailed theoretical background information.
Copies of FDC versions 1.0 and 1.1 may be requested via the feedback page. These versions are compatible with Matlab 3.5/ Simulink 1.1 only.
