Development of an Automated Remote Communications Air-Ground (RCAG) Monitoring System.

Abstract

A monitoring System for remote communication air-ground (RCAG) facility equipment was developed, including the design and fabrication of an engineering model. Sensor techniques for the transmitters and receivers were investigated. The design made use of a microprocessor with associated hardware and software to 'continuously monitor' critical parameters. Certification data and/or alarms were reported via a terminal. It is concluded that production of automated monitoring equipment for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) air/ground communication facilities with the specific sensor techniques, processing, and control used in this experimentation is feasible. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1980
Accession Number
ADA083754

Entities

People

  • Albert J. Rehmann
  • Nicholas J. Talotta

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Sensors

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Amplitude Modulation
  • Automatic Gain Control
  • Circuit Boards
  • Compression
  • Computer Programming
  • Detection
  • Detectors
  • Frequency Synthesizers
  • Measurement
  • Modulation
  • Modulators
  • Performance Tests
  • Radio Frequency Generators
  • Signal Generators
  • Test Beds
  • Test Equipment
  • Transmission Lines

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Aerospace Test and Evaluation
  • Aviation Safety and Air Traffic Management