SBIR/STTR
Dynamic Airspace Concepts for Integration of UAS into the NAS, Phase I
Project Introduction
To address these critical needs associated with the integration of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) into the airspace, we propose to conduct research on the application of Dynamic Airspace Configuration (DAC) concepts and algorithms to the challenge of accommodation and integration of UAS into the NAS. The resulting algorithms and capabilities will provide real-time recommendations to Traffic Management Coordinators (TMCs) in the ATC system regarding the airspace boundaries that should be adopted, when the airspace boundaries should be changed and how long they should remain in place, and the necessary flight routes and other procedures that should be assigned to flights (both manned and unmanned) to ensure the safety and efficiency of all operations.
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Anticipated Benefits
Potential NASA Commercial Applications: Significant opportunities exist for the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems in the NAS, particularly for commercial applications. In this proposed effort, we will develop a set of optimization/simulation models to support the accommodation and integration of UAS into the NAS. These optimization/simulation models will be based on previously-developed DAC algorithms which we will adapt to accommodate UAS. At the end of each Phase of the effort, these concepts and algorithms will be transferred to NASA. These models are expected to support evaluation of NextGen concepts and consequently expedite the NAS transformation, and can be used by NASA within other NASA simulation environments and technology to handle airspace management functions related to UAS.
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Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Ames Research Center
(ARC)
|
Lead Organization | NASA Center | Moffett Field, CA |
| Mosaic ATM, Inc. | Supporting Organization | Industry | Leesburg, VA |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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California
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Virginia
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Organizational Responsibility
Responsible Mission Directorate:
- Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD)
Lead Center / Facility:
- Ames Research Center (ARC)
Responsible Program:
- SBIR/STTR
Project Management
Program Director:
Program Manager:
Project Manager:
Principal Investigator:
- Chris Brinton
Project Duration
Start: Jun 2014
End: Dec 2014
Technology Maturity (TRL)
| Start: | 2 |
| Current: | 2 |
| Estimated End: | 3 |
Applied Research
Development
Demo & Test
Technology Areas
Primary:
- TA 11 Modeling, Simulation, Information Technology and Processing
- TA 11.4 Information Processing
- TA 11.4.7 Human-System Integration
Other / Cross-cutting:
- TA 11 Modeling, Simulation, Information Technology and Processing
- TA 11.3 Simulation
- TA 11.3.1 Distributed Simulation