Can machines master the dangerous art of air-to-air refuelling?
In short: This video explores how engineers are automating one of aviation's most perilous maneuvers. By using sensors, control algorithms, and large robots, researchers aim to eliminate human error and reduce the intensive training hours required for pilots.
Jonathan du-Bois, an engineer at Bristol University, is developing automated systems to handle the complexities of mid-air refueling. The process is notoriously difficult for human pilots, and automating it introduces technical hurdles like feedback delay and latency.
This research is part of the ASTRAEA Programme, which aims to allow Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) to operate routinely across all airspace classes. The project is supported by a wide array of partners, including Rolls-Royce and BAE Systems, and seeks to remove the need for specialized operating conditions for these unmanned systems.
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