Title :
Multiple function sensors for enhanced vision application
Author :
Patterson, Walter W.
Author_Institution :
Westinghouse Electron. Syst. Group, Baltimore, MD, USA
fDate :
3/1/1993 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
It is argued that enhanced vision, a system that includes sensors capable of supporting the means for safe operation in a low-visibility (fog) environment, should be part of a nested capability to provide seamless, safe, and efficient gate-to-gate operation, in any environment. It is not a stand-alone function; sensor selection criteria must support functional integration with other avionics. A modular-architecture multiple-function sensor approach to cost-effective enhanced vision system capability is described.<>
Keywords :
aircraft instrumentation; infrared detectors; microwave detectors; remote sensing by laser beam; remote sensing by radar; safety; sensor fusion; IR detector; MM-wave sensor; X-band radar; aircraft instrumentation; avionics; enhanced vision; fog; functional integration; laser sensor; low-visibility; modular-architecture multiple-function sensor; selection criteria; Aerospace electronics; Aerospace industry; Air traffic control; Aircraft; Communication system traffic control; Cost function; Machine vision; Safety; Sensor phenomena and characterization; Sensor systems;
Journal_Title :
Aerospace and Electronic Systems Magazine, IEEE
