HOLDING PATTERN DETECTION AND MANAGEMENT

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HOLDING PATTERN DETECTION AND MANAGEMENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240253810 titled 'HOLDING PATTERN DETECTION AND MANAGEMENT

The present disclosure involves detecting and managing holding patterns in aircraft by analyzing flight data to identify maneuvers that may indicate a holding pattern.

Detect when an aircraft has traveled a predefined distance along its flight path.
Identify maneuvers in the flight data that suggest the aircraft is in a holding pattern.
Determine if the aircraft is not following a racetrack pattern.
Indicate that the aircraft is in a holding pattern when it is not following a racetrack pattern.

Potential Applications: - Air traffic control systems - Aviation safety systems - Flight management software

Problems Solved: - Efficiently detecting and managing holding patterns in aircraft - Improving air traffic control operations - Enhancing aviation safety

Benefits: - Increased efficiency in air traffic management - Enhanced safety for aircraft in holding patterns - Improved overall flight operations

Commercial Applications: Title: Air Traffic Control Optimization Software This technology can be used by air traffic control centers to optimize aircraft routing and improve overall efficiency in managing air traffic.

Questions about Holding Pattern Detection: 1. How does this technology improve aviation safety?

  - This technology helps identify and manage holding patterns, reducing the risk of mid-air collisions and improving overall flight safety.

2. What are the potential implications of this technology for air traffic control systems?

  - This technology can lead to more efficient air traffic management, reducing delays and improving the overall flow of air traffic.

Original Abstract Submitted

the present disclosure provides for holding pattern detection and management by detecting an aircraft has traveled at least a predefined distance along a flight path for the aircraft, identifying from flight data for an aircraft that the aircraft has performed maneuvers that may indicate a holding pattern, determining that the aircraft is not in a racetrack pattern, and when the aircraft is not in a racetrack pattern, indicating that the aircraft is in a holding pattern.