18299881. EMERGENCY LANDING ROUTING AND PRIORITIZATION FOR VERTICAL TAKEOFF AND LANDING (VTOL) AIRCRAFT simplified abstract (HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.)

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EMERGENCY LANDING ROUTING AND PRIORITIZATION FOR VERTICAL TAKEOFF AND LANDING (VTOL) AIRCRAFT

Organization Name

HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.

Inventor(s)

John Bowler of Phoenix AZ (US)

EMERGENCY LANDING ROUTING AND PRIORITIZATION FOR VERTICAL TAKEOFF AND LANDING (VTOL) AIRCRAFT - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18299881 titled 'EMERGENCY LANDING ROUTING AND PRIORITIZATION FOR VERTICAL TAKEOFF AND LANDING (VTOL) AIRCRAFT

Simplified Explanation:

This patent application describes a method and system for emergency landing routing and prioritization for a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft.

  • An emergency condition onboard the VTOL aircraft is detected and categorized based on severity.
  • Potential landing zones (LZs) for the aircraft are identified and categorized based on suitability for landing.
  • The LZs are prioritized based on the severity of the emergency condition and the suitability of the LZs.
  • A priority listing of the LZs is displayed to the aircrew member for decision-making.

Key Features and Innovation:

  • Detection and categorization of emergency conditions onboard a VTOL aircraft.
  • Identification and categorization of potential landing zones based on suitability.
  • Prioritization of landing zones based on severity of the emergency condition.
  • Display of a priority listing to aid aircrew decision-making.

Potential Applications:

This technology can be applied in emergency situations for VTOL aircraft to ensure safe and efficient landing procedures.

Problems Solved:

This technology addresses the challenge of quickly identifying suitable landing zones and prioritizing them based on the severity of the emergency condition.

Benefits:

  • Enhanced safety for VTOL aircraft during emergency situations.
  • Efficient decision-making process for aircrew members.
  • Improved chances of successful emergency landings.

Commercial Applications:

Emergency response and rescue operations, military applications, commercial aviation, and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operations could benefit from this technology.

Questions about Emergency Landing Routing and Prioritization for VTOL Aircraft:

1. How does this technology improve emergency response for VTOL aircraft? 2. What are the key factors considered in prioritizing landing zones for emergency situations?


Original Abstract Submitted

A method and system for emergency landing routing and prioritization for an vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft has been developed. First, an emergency condition onboard the VTOL aircraft is detected that requires a landing. The emergency condition onboard the aircraft is then categorized based on severity. All potential landing zones (LZs) for the VTOL aircraft are identified and categorized based on suitability for landing. The LZs for the VTOL aircraft are prioritized based on the severity of the emergency condition onboard the aircraft in view of the suitability of the LZs. Finally, a priority listing of the LZs displayed to an aircrew member of the VTOL aircraft.

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