Aircraft Data Entry System for ATC Clearance Automation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Manual entry of Air Traffic Control clearances by pilots into onboard computers is error-prone and increases workload, especially in adverse conditions, due to the need for timely and accurate data entry during high-stress situations.
Innovation Solution
A data entry system that includes a user-control device, display, receiving module, parsing module, contextual tagging module, and processor to parse and associate input data with specific data field entry locations, allowing for semi-automatic data entry through preview and confirmation of constituent data elements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual entry of ATC clearances is performed by the pilot, then data can be entered into the onboard computer, but the pilot's workload increases and the likelihood of data entry errors increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables self-service data entry by automatically capturing ATC clearance data from communications systems and populating the onboard computer without requiring manual pilot input. The pilot simply needs to confirm the pre-filled data, significantly reducing workload while maintaining accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The manual mechanical data entry process is replaced with an automated electronic system that captures, parses, and transfers data automatically. This substitution eliminates the need for manual typing and reduces human error in data entry.
2Reliability
If manual entry of ATC clearances is performed by the pilot, then data can be entered into the onboard computer, but the likelihood of data entry errors increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses a multi-functional integrated platform that combines communication reception, data parsing, field association, and automatic entry capabilities. This universal system handles multiple functions through a single integrated architecture, reducing overall system complexity despite the advanced capabilities.
Solution Approach 2:
The system introduces an intermediary data processing layer that automatically bridges ATC communications and the onboard computer. This intermediary handles data capture, parsing, and transfer, eliminating the need for direct manual intervention while maintaining system simplicity from the pilot's perspective.
3Productivity
If data entry is performed manually during high-workload periods, then clearances can be recorded, but the likelihood of errors increases due to adverse conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary data capture and population actions automatically before the pilot needs to review or confirm the data. By pre-filling the clearance fields during routine operations, the system ensures accurate data entry even during high-workload or adverse conditions when the pilot's attention is divided.
Solution Approach 2:
The system provides feedback to the pilot by displaying the pre-captured clearance data for review and confirmation. This feedback mechanism allows the pilot to verify the automatically entered data, ensuring accuracy while maintaining high productivity during critical phases of flight.
Data Source
AI summary
Systems and methods are provided for entering data into a data entry system. The data entry system includes a user-control device coupled to a display configured to display data field entry locations. The system includes a receiving module for receiving input data. The system includes a parsing module connected to the receiving module for parsing the input data and identifying constituent data elements in the input data. The system also includes a contextual tagging module connected to the parsing module and configured to determine associations between the constituent data elements and the multiple data field entry locations. The system also includes a processor configured to preview the constituent data element on the display when a data field entry location associated with the constituent data element is selected and enter the preview into the data field entry location when the preview is confirmed using the user-control device.