There are technologies being discussed to improve crash location technologies. They are improvements to the ULB battery life, an additional low frequency ULB. Another technology is ADS-B which monitors aircraft position. Crash deployable flight recorders are also being considered as well as streaming flight data via a satellite. Let’s us take a closer look at each technology.
There are several improvements to ULB technology in progress. ULB Battery Life is in the process of being extended from 30 days to 90 days. There will be an additional ULB attached to the fuselage which will broadcast at a lower frequency which increases the range the beacon can be heard. In light of the MH370 tragedy and the lingering doubt over whether the ULB heard was the ULB attached to the aircraft I suspect we will see a simple identification code such as a serial number added to the sound waveform of a ULB which would not be technically difficult. Unfortunately the requirement for the 90 day battery takes effect in March of 2015 and the requirement for the low frequency fuselage attached ULB will take place in 2018. Also the regulations at the present time do not require retrofitting so considering a 6 year life the last 30 day ULB may not be replaced until 2021. The cost of upgrading to a 90 day battery because of special transport rules adding to the expense of this upgrade (Federal Aviation Administration). While progress is being made in this area it will be at a slow pace. In addition nothing is being done to improve the survivality or the quality of the ULB design
The Future Air Navigation System (FANS) and ADS-B are systems where commercial aircraft transmit identification, current position, heading, altitude, and velocity, digital...
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The Boeing Corporation is one of the largest manufacturers in the world. Rivaled only by European giant Airbus in the aerospace industry, Boeing is a leader in research, design and manufacture of commercial jet airliners, for commercial, industrial and military customers. Despite enjoying immense success in its market and dominating an industry that solely recognizes engineering excellence, it is crucial for Boeing to ensure continued growth through consistent strategy formulation and execution to avoid falling behind in market share to close and coming rivals.
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