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This paper describes the 4-Dimensional Trajectory (4DT) optimisation algorithm implemented to avoid a variety Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) signal degradations predicted by Avionics Based Integrity Augmentation system (ABIA). The paper focusses on descent and initial curved GNSS approach phases in a dense Terminal Manoeuvring Area (TMA) scenario, with multiple aircraft converging on the...
Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) navigation in urban environments using Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) as a primary sensor is limited in terms of accuracy and integrity due to the presence of antenna masking and signal multipath effects. In this paper, a GNSS Aircraft-Based Integrity Augmentation (ABIA) system is presented. This system relies on detailed modeling of signal propagation and...
This paper explores the synergies between a novel Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Avionics-Based Integrity Augmentation (ABIA) system and current Space and Ground Based Augmentation Systems (SBAS and GBAS). The ABIA Integrity Flag Generator (IFG) is designed to provide caution and warning integrity flags (in accordance with the specified time-to-caution and time-to-warning requirements)...
This paper presents Multi Objective Trajectory Optimization (MOTO) algorithms that were developed for integration in state-of-the-art Air Traffic Management (ATM) and Air Traffic Flow Management (ATFM) systems. The MOTO algorithms are conceived for the automation-assisted replanning of 4-Dimensional Trajectories (4DT) when unforeseen perturbations arise at strategic and tactical online operational...
In this paper, Aircraft Dynamics Model (ADM) augmentation for Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) navigation and guidance is presented. This approach provides additional information suitable to compensate for the shortcomings of vision based navigation sensors and Micro-Electromechanical System Inertial Measurement Unit (MEMS-IMU) sensors for attitude determination tasks. The ADM virtual sensor...
This paper presents the key design features, the numerical simulations and the experimental ground/flight test activities performed to verify the functionalities of an obstacle detection and avoidance system suitable for various classes of manned and unmanned aircraft. The Laser Obstacle Avoidance and Monitoring (LOAM) system is proposed as one of the key non-cooperative sensors adopted for avoiding...
This paper presents the algorithms enabling real-time 4-Dimensional Flight Trajectory (4DT) functionalities in Next Generation Mission Management Systems (NG-MMS), which are the core element of future Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) avionics. In particular, the algorithms are employed for multi-objective optimisation of 4DT intents in various operational scenarios spanning from online strategic...
This paper describes a method for deriving six-degree-of-freedom (6-DoF) aircraft dynamics parameters adopting reverse engineering techniques from three dimensional (3D) laser scanner measurements. In particular, the mass and aerodynamic properties of the JAVELIN Unmanned Aircraft (UA) are determined using accurate measurements from the 3D scanner and successive CAD processing of the geometric data...
A novel technique for laser remote sensing of aviation-related atmospheric pollutants from Unmanned Aircraft (UA) platforms is presented. In particular, the paper focuses on Carbon Dioxide (CO2), which is the most important aviation greenhouse gas, and whose column density data can be used for environmental monitoring purposes and to support the development and validation of aircraft engines and Systems...
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