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http://dx.doi.org/10.7840/kics.2014.39C.11.1011

Aircraft Position Prediction and Shadow Zone Penetration Control Using Bezier Curve  

Jeong, Jae-Soon (Ajou University, Department of NCW, Graduate School)
Roh, Byeong-Hee (Ajou University, Department of Computer Engineering, Graduate School)
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The Journal of Korean Institute of Communications and Information Sciences / v.39C, no.11, 2014 , pp. 1011-1022 More about this Journal
Abstract
Currently, the wireless network environment of air node is constructed mainly of ground relay station. However, as the Korean Peninsula is composed of 70% mountainous region, there are multiple shadow zones. This is calling for effective measures to prevent aircraft from losing communication link during low-mid altitude missions. In this article we propose the utilization of Bezier Curve for estimation of aircraft flight path and control method for entering shadow zone. This method successfully estimated aircraft track, and analyzed the existence, disseminated the warning, and took measures to avoid the shadow zone before entering. This article, suggested after simulated experiments, proves that the method enables seamless communication during air operations.
Keywords
Airborne Network; Bezier Curve; Position Prediction; Shadow Zone; Received Signal Strength Indicator; System Tool Kit;
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