The ALTACAS System Tracks and Warns Against Potential Collisions
Rahul Kalvapalle — November 3, 2015 — Tech
References: altacas.technology & gizmag
The Aerial, Landing & Takeoff Aircraft Crash Avoidance System or ALTACAS is a high-tech automated system that allows both incoming and outbound aircraft to independently stay on top of what's happening on runways. Ultimately, this will allow for safer taxing, takeoffs and landing thanks to the availability of more information and improved situational awareness.
The ALTACAS system also functions as an anti-collision mechanism during flight itself. It does so by tracking the paths of other aircraft and other potential hazards in the air and on the ground, and figuring out if they are on a collision course. If so, it alerts the pilot, other aircraft and ground control with both audible and visual warnings.
This crash avoidance system uses the latest gadgetry and technology in its workings, and will surely help to save several lives. The fact that it can be adapted for use on ships and trains makes it even more noteworthy.
The ALTACAS system also functions as an anti-collision mechanism during flight itself. It does so by tracking the paths of other aircraft and other potential hazards in the air and on the ground, and figuring out if they are on a collision course. If so, it alerts the pilot, other aircraft and ground control with both audible and visual warnings.
This crash avoidance system uses the latest gadgetry and technology in its workings, and will surely help to save several lives. The fact that it can be adapted for use on ships and trains makes it even more noteworthy.
Trend Themes
1. Automated Aircraft Crash Avoidance Systems - Opportunity for companies to develop and implement automated systems that improve situational awareness during takeoff and landing, as well as in-flight, to prevent potential collisions.
2. Multi-modal Collision Avoidance Mechanisms - Potential for companies to develop collision avoidance systems that can be adapted for use in different types of transportation modes, such as trains and ships.
3. Smart Collision Detection and Alert Systems - Companies can develop systems that use state-of-the-art technology to detect potential collisions and provide pilots, air traffic controllers and other aircraft with real-time audible and visual warnings.
Industry Implications
1. Aerospace and Defense Industry - Companies can develop and market new crash avoidance systems to airlines, airports, and other aviation-related organizations to enhance the safety of air travel.
2. Maritime Industry - Opportunity for companies to adapt the ALTACAS system and other collision avoidance mechanisms for use in ships and other water vessels, improving the safety of maritime transportation.
3. Transportation Industry - Companies can market collision avoidance systems to rail and other transportation companies for safer travel and fewer accidents.
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