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Automated Ground Handling of Aircraft

  • US 20130184977A1
  • Filed: 01/18/2012
  • Published: 07/18/2013
  • Est. Priority Date: 01/18/2012
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of navigating a plurality of vehicles consisting of one or more standalone tugs, or one or more tug propelled aircraft, or some combination thereof on the grounds of an airport, the method comprising:

  • (a) electronically defining around each vehicle a virtual safety zone; and

    (b) electronically controlling movement of each vehicle on the grounds of an airport based on the virtual safety zones defined around the plurality of vehicles.

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