Enabling Next-Generation Autonomous Aircraft
The dramatic surge in numbers of small aircraft such as air taxis and unmanned delivery vehicles have changed the landscape of the aviation industry. And the industry continues to evolve rapidly. Designers need to address:
- Aircraft systems that need to adapt to new technologies (e.g., sense & avoid systems, communication methods, ATM, etc.)
- The emerging regulatory landscape to maintain safe and secure operations
- New, complex air traffic control systems
These factors imply that early movers need an agile and scalable design approach that can help them pivot as system requirements evolve.
Advanced Air Mobility manufacturers face challenges including:
- Creating safe, secure, and robust autonomous navigation and control systems
- Managing an efficient Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) footprint
- Designing agile systems that are able to integrate new functionality quickly
- Evolving air traffic management systems that can safely and efficiently handle a high volume of takeoffs and landings
The industry is rapidly evolving with technological advancements that enhance capabilities
AI integration enables advanced navigation, autonomous flight, and real-time data analysis
Advanced sensing technologies, including EO/IR and LiDAR, enable precise tracking and data gathering
Swarm technology facilitates coordinated tasks among multiple vehicles, enhanced by low-latency 5G connectivity
Deos Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) Key Attributes
Safety Pedigree: Deos is flying in tens of thousands of airplanes and provides the ability to certify to DO-178C DAL A level if required
Security: Through technologies such as secure boot, application and OS obfuscation, and encryption of data, Deos supports assured and secure system operation
Scalability: Deos can scale from small battery monitoring and control systems to redundant vehicle control and complex ground systems
SWaP: Deos is a highly efficient OS environment that optimizes the power of both single and multi-core processors while retaining safe, deterministic
behavior; check out our SafeMC Technology tech note to learn more!
Agility: Deos reduces the level of effort in creating certifiable platforms by utilizing unique, reusable modules that dramatically accelerate the ability to
upgrade existing and add new functionality to an aircraft
