Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Tech Transfer
SDR-Based MicroADS-B for Low Altitude Small UAS Operations
Project Description
ADS-B is emerging as the defacto standard for manned aircraft in the context of NextGen ATM. There are several advantages to ADS-B, but most ADS-B gear was developed for manned aircraft, and some smaller versions have been developed for UAVs recently. However, even the smallest currently-available ADS-B transponder is still about 250g, which is not suitable for small UAVs, such as those becoming popular for civilian use in the US. KalScott proposes to develop a micro ADS-B unit, which is light enough, inexpensive enough, and uncomplicated enough that it can be adopted readily for small civilian UAVs.
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Anticipated Benefits
Safe integration of small UAVs into the national airspace, specially for low altitude scenarios. Enables real time tracking via ADS-B, along with feeds to FAA. Supports collision avoidance and separation assurance.
Can be used for tracking all types of manned and unmanned, civilian and military vehicles. More »
Can be used for tracking all types of manned and unmanned, civilian and military vehicles. More »
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Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| KALSCOTT Engineering, Inc. | Lead Organization | Industry | Lawrence, Kansas |
Langley Research Center
(LaRC)
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Supporting Organization | NASA Center | Hampton, Virginia |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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Kansas
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Virginia
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