Airborne Targeting and Collision Avoidance
Pathfinder is developing visual and IR-based remote sensing technology for aircraft using both a single and multi-camera approach. Our technology provides fully passive target tracking and engagement for military aircraft and airborne collision avoidance for military and general aviation. Our technology is sensor-agnostic and detects all non-cooperative aircraft and UAS.
Capability
Our system detects, tracks, and determines a target's bearing, speed, and range, while providing continuous future trajectory estimates
Our low SWaP system is capable of engaging multiple targets simultaneously against a cluttered background, day or night. The sensor pod is small enough to fit into an existing AIM-9 missile shell, enabling easy integration.
Flight-tested Performance
Demonstrated feasibility in low-and high-speed flight tests
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Single and multiple targets
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Mounted on aircraft, UAS, and AIM-9 inert missiles
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Demonstrated target detection at 14 nautical miles
Collision Avoidance
For the general aviation market, this technology allows for a low SWAP add-on for both airliners and personal aircraft to prevent deadly mid-air collisions.
Drones also benefit from a dedicated air-to-air avoidance system to maneuver around
non-cooperating aircraft.
A Unique Approach
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Passive sensing of aircraft
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Developed from actual, verified flight data
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Interfaces with existing avionics and COTS sensors
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Integrates aerodynamic modeling with deep learning
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Physics based, real-time, 3D model of ownship space
Multi-Use & Low Cost
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UAS Detect and Avoid
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Increased Safety & Situational Awareness for manned aircraft
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Drone detection during vulnerable flight stages