When it comes to difficulties with UAS mobile communication solutions, the mobile network is largely seen as the main cause. However, a comparison of such systems suggests that other factors could also play a role. A weak mobile radio signal is sufficient to transmit a position continuously. However, if a communication protocol that requires a perfect connection is used for such a transmission, this can lead to disconnections in the connection.
Drone communication systems (scalable) for U-Space areas - SKADRO
Problem definition
Aim of the project
The aim of the project is to define technical requirements for a mobile radio-based communication system for drones that is also robust. The requirements should cover the entire communication path from the drone to the stakeholders. Extensive test flights in U-Space real laboratories and direct comparisons with commercially available systems provide the practical added value of this solution.
Implementation
Drone missions are carried out under realistic conditions. These are divided into 3 different environments, which are set up in U-Space real laboratories. 12 drones will be equipped with a 4G/5G communication system for this purpose. The systems are to operate simultaneously within a U-Space and transmit variable amounts of data. Meanwhile, the USSP (U-Space Service Provider) will be provided with the position data so that it can take over the coordination of the airspace.
| Network coordinator | Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute, Berlin
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| Project duration
(at the time of approval) |
10/2023 - 09/2025 |
| Project partners | Berlin University of Technology, Berlin
b.r.m. IT & Aerospace GmbH, Bremen
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| Contact person | Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Slawomir Stanczak Phone: +49 30 31002 875 E-mail:slawomir.stanczak@hhi.fraunhofer.deb.r.m. IT & Aerospace GmbH, Bremen Markus Rossol Phone: +49 421 341494 E-Mail: markus.rossol@brm.de |