18183906. Message Arbitrator for Aircraft Trajectory Management simplified abstract (The Boeing Company)
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Message Arbitrator for Aircraft Trajectory Management
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Paul A. Van Tulder of Burien WA (US)
Message Arbitrator for Aircraft Trajectory Management - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18183906 titled 'Message Arbitrator for Aircraft Trajectory Management
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a method, apparatus, system, and computer program product for managing a trajectory for an aircraft. The system receives and approves trajectory changes for the aircraft within a strategic time horizon.
- The computer system receives an agreed trajectory change for a future portion of the aircraft's trajectory.
- The strategic trajectory message is approved by a strategic air traffic controller.
- The system determines if the agreed trajectory change is within a strategic time horizon.
- The agreed trajectory change is sent to the aircraft's computer system if it meets the criteria.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Approval of trajectory changes by a strategic air traffic controller.
- Management of trajectory changes within a strategic time horizon.
- Communication of trajectory changes to the aircraft's computer system.
Potential Applications: This technology can be applied in air traffic control systems to efficiently manage aircraft trajectories and ensure safe and timely flights.
Problems Solved:
- Ensuring trajectory changes are approved within a strategic time frame.
- Streamlining communication between air traffic controllers and aircraft systems.
Benefits:
- Enhanced efficiency in managing aircraft trajectories.
- Improved safety and coordination in air traffic control.
- Timely implementation of trajectory changes for optimal flight paths.
Commercial Applications: Commercial airlines, air traffic control agencies, and aviation technology companies can benefit from this technology to enhance flight operations and safety measures.
Questions about Aircraft Trajectory Management: 1. How does the system determine the strategic time horizon for trajectory changes? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing trajectory changes in real-time air traffic scenarios?
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in air traffic management systems and technologies to incorporate the latest innovations in trajectory management for aircraft.
Original Abstract Submitted
A method, apparatus, system, and computer program product for managing a trajectory for an aircraft. A computer system receives an agreed trajectory change for a future portion of the trajectory for the aircraft. The strategic trajectory message is approved by a strategic air traffic controller. The computer system determines whether the agreed trajectory change has been received within a strategic time horizon for making strategic changes to the trajectory. The computer system sends the agreed trajectory change for a future portion of the trajectory for the aircraft to an aircraft computer system in the aircraft in response to the agreed trajectory change being received within the strategic time horizon.
