Month: March 2022

Satellites play a massive role in global telecommunications, with thousands in orbit at any one time. If the planet’s satellites were to suddenly fail, then everything from televisions to military operations to phone calls and air traffic controls would be left adrift, with immense global consequences. Satellites are responsible for a lot of what we take for granted as the convenience of modern life – so it is important to know how it helps us, as well as the aviation industry.

 

How satellites work

 

Telecommunications satellites are almost always in geostationary orbit around the Earth – which means they match the planet’s rotation, with zero deviation, 22,236 miles above the equator. With this, ground antennas can simply stay pointing towards the same spot in the sky to receive information from a satellite, and do not need to constantly reposition themselves. Solar is the main power source for satellites, with backup batteries for when this is not possible.

 

The satellite’s casing has to be durable enough to survive a space launch and the subsequent barrage of extreme temperature and radiation; the conditions alongside constant technological changes usually limit their lifespan to 20 years. Using an integrated transponder, an orbital satellite is able to receive Earth-based signals, and transmit them back to Earth via a communication channel. There’s minor latency for geostationary signals, which is why mobile companies often favour low Earth orbit satellites.

 

The I-6 F1 Satellite

 

One particularly noteworthy and newsworthy communication satellite is the I-6 F1 by Inmarsat, which launched into a geostationary orbit in December. This is part of their sixth generation of satellites and is arguably the largest commercial telecom satellite with a total weight of 5,470 kilograms, including the fuel. This is a hybrid model that encompasses both Ka-band and L-band frequencies, a feat it accomplishes by using twice as much power than the company’s previous ventures.

 

The satellite can carry more data in the same bandwidth while embracing a wider communication spectrum; this is a significant reason for the satellite’s publicity. The company intends to use this satellite to assist both the marine and aviation industries for the next few decades, and aviation, in particular, uses satellites to do an incredible range of tasks. By 2024, six more high capacity satellites from various companies will be in orbit – this suggests an immense telecommunications innovation is underway, one that can benefit us all.

 

How satellites help air traffic controllers

 

Satellites can be of great assistance to air traffic controllers – planes that have to cross oceans will have to exit radar range sooner or later, and satellite is a prime way to track the aircraft once this happens. Satellites give controllers the capacity to track a plane in real-time with Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) receivers that give the position, altitude, speed, and intent of flights. This also lets air traffic controllers correct faulty courses with precision and speed; satellite technology is invaluable to the aviation industry.

 

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With thousands of customers passing through airports every day, making sure both staff and passengers are safe is essential. Read on to find out more about the technology that is helping to keep ground operations safe, securing the lives and happiness of all passengers and airport workers.

 

Human body temperature scanners

 

Passenger safety doesn’t necessarily relate to the avoidance of injuries or accidents, but rather the avoidance of spreading airborne and viral illnesses around the world. During the pandemic, human temperature body scanners have played a key role in preventing people with fevers from crossing borders. This prevents the spread of diseases, keeping their fellow passengers safe and secure. Whilst human body temperature scanners don’t have an instant impact on people’s health, the long-term benefits of human body temperature scanners make them a vital component of airports in 2022.

 

Drone detection systems

 

As the weapons used by rogue agents change, developing detection systems has become increasingly important. Drones are becoming more prevalent in our day to day lives, and weaponising drones puts airports at significant risk. This is why drone detection systems are key parts of modern airports. A drone detection system scans the skies for drones, which security experts are able to take out to prevent the drone from doing damage to any planes or airport property. This keeps ground operations as safe as possible, eliminating one of the newest threats that airports face and helping staff to focus on more important work.

 

Surface movement radars (SMR)

 

Surface movement radar systems play an integral part in protecting ground operations staff at any airport. These systems scan the ground, ensuring that all runways are clear of people and machinery before planes come into land or take off. In the event of a threat, a security team is dispatched so the runway can return to normal as quickly as possible. Using an SMR in this manner protects everyone from the dangers of aggressive parties that want to do harm.

 

Airfield ground lighting (AGL)

 

Airfield ground lighting plays a key part in improving the visibility at an airport. Effective lighting ensures that ground operations staff are able to travel across runaways and around the airport safely without fear of vehicle collisions or accidents. AGL also provides visual aids for pilots and other users of airport facilities, ensuring planes can land safely. At most airports, such as Qatar’s Hamad International Airport, runway lights and ground lighting are managed from the control tower, although they can be remotely controlled as well. Common types of airfield ground lighting include runway threshold lights, wing bar lights, taxiway lights and runway edge lights.

 

 

If you’re interested in specialised technology for your airport, get in contact with the Bayanat Engineering team. The experts at Bayanat offer a range of services, ensuring that you benefit from all of the technology your airport requires for safer ground operations.

One of the biggest worries in the maritime industry is that of having an accident at sea. When you have an issue at sea, you could be thousands of miles away from the nearest people able to offer you a helping hand. This is why implementing a range of different maritime safety and security protocols is key. Read on to learn more about the importance of ensuring maritime safety, and find out details surrounding some of the more specific solutions ships and ports use to make sure that ships and their passengers are as safe as can be at sea.

 

Why is maritime safety so important?

 

Before discussing the various processes and solutions involved in maritime safety, we have to understand the reason maritime safety and solutions are so important. Maritime safety and solutions are key as boats are arguably at a higher risk than aircraft. Where an aircraft has the ability to glide down to earth safely in the event of an engine issue, ships and boats that have issues are stuck in the water, with very little opportunity for movement. This means that having a series of solutions in place to keep everyone protected is essential.

 

Navigation systems

 

One of the first steps ships take in ensuring their safety is the use of navigation systems. Since ancient times civilisations used the stars as a means of navigating, and whilst we still use space, our means of navigation are far more artificial now. Ships make full use of GPS systems that use satellites, cross-referencing their information with maps and ensuring that ships have a means of knowing their location. This combines with the use of features such as a Non-Directional Beacon, informing captains and drivers of their locations at all times and preventing any issues such as collisions and getting lost at sea.

 

Communications

 

In the event that an incident does occur at sea, one of the most important tools available for anyone driving their ship is communication technology. This means that captains have the ability to get in touch with nearby ports and request support. Using technology such as a satellite phone in addition to radio communicators means that no matter how far a ship is from the shore, there is potential for contact with people able to offer support and rescue services wherever necessary.

 

Docking

 

In addition to helping ships when they are out at sea, there is plenty of technology in place that supports ships when docking. This is less about the safety of passengers and drivers, rather the security of companies and their freight. Using technology such as Visual Guidance Docking Systems (VGDS) means that ships have the ability to carefully and precisely place themselves in docks. There is no damage done to ships, and everyone remains as safe as feasibly possible. In busy ports such as Hamad Port, this is an essential part of the day-to-day operations.

 

Bayanat Engineering Qatar

 

If you’re interested in maritime and aerospace safety and security solutions in Qatar and beyond, get in touch with the Bayanat Engineering team to find out more about our solutions and strategies for better operations.

Airspace safeguarding is a procedure to guarantee that any changes or activities taking place in the immediate area of the aerodrome do not have an unfavorable effect on the proper operation of the aircraft arriving or leaving from the aerodrome. Following the completion of this evaluation process, you will be able to guarantee that the necessary safeguards are put in place to ensure the continuing safe movement of aircraft. Read on to learn three ways to safeguard the airspace today.

 

Drones

 

While on-airport operations of drones need integration from the perspectives of airport traffic, it is inevitable that any drone flying on, or above, airports will make use of the related airspace. Potential future use-cases, such as the transportation of replacement parts and the delivery of high-priority products will soon exacerbate the difficulty of transitioning between the airport and the rest of the world.

 

Naturally, the viewpoints and priorities of each player in the airspace will differ. In order for everyone to grasp the feasibility and advantages of such flexible incorporation of drones into airspace, it is critical to follow the stringent processes required to provide a safe operating environment.

 

ARTAS

 

The ARTAS teams are also active in SESAR, the Single European Sky Implementation Program, which is a part of the Single European Sky Initiative. This major European initiative is channelling and coordinating efforts undertaken by the aviation sector. This will need the modification of CNS technology, as well as the introduction of ADS-B and Multilateration technologies. If you compare them to traditional radar, they provide better performance in terms of coverage and price.

 

SESAR’s Surveillance Data Processing System (ARTAS), which is located in the heart of the ground infrastructure, is a critical component of the system. In addition to facilitating interoperability and flawless operation, it makes a significant contribution to defragmentation by being able to cope with the increased amount of airspace brought with them.

 

Obstacle limitation surfaces (OLS)

 

These flight safety surfaces are protected within a 60-kilometre radius of the airfields, and the height of a proposed building is assessed to ensure that it does not physically fly on what are known as Obstacle Limitation Surfaces (OLS). Created to protect the airspace in and around the airport from obstructions that might jeopardize flight safety, the OLS is a complex system of 3-D surfaces that stretch in an upwards and outwards direction.

 

In-flight procedures (IFPs) are a series of pre-determined routes followed inside the surrounding airspace of an airport from takeoff to landing. Each IFP has its own set of obstacle protection zones that are distinct from the others. These zones may be quite vast and span several nautical miles beyond the ‘nominal track’ of the method that was originally established.

 

Contact Bayanat Engineering

 

Make sure to contact our expert team at Bayanat Engineering Qatar for more information and support on safeguarding the airspace today. With a specialist in air traffic management and airside systems, we’re confident that our professional team is more than happy to provide a wide range of solutions to meet the needs of airport authorities.

Airports are some of the most important parts of modern infrastructure, ensuring that passengers get all the way across the world in time for meetings, family reunions and important cultural events. This means an airport is always evolving, taking the next big step forward to embrace new technologies and benefit their passengers. This is where understanding new innovations is important. In this article, we discuss some of the most innovative technologies in airports, and the influences they have on airport processes and the final customer experience.

 

Baggage systems

 

One of the primary issues that innovative systems in airports revolve is that of inefficient and slow baggage handling systems. Many airports have a baggage handling system developed over a significant length of time, in which different aspects of the system evolve at different times. This means that information desynchronises and crosses different systems of a range of eras. By focusing on using a holistic system that revolutionises the baggage methodology, you avoid the pitfalls of evolutionary transitions and keep a cohesive system. Data doesn’t fall through the gaps, and you work far more consistently.

 

Biometrics

 

Another innovation in the world of airport operations is the introduction of biometric systems. Check-in is one of the longest processes in an airport’s operations and places a significant strain on a passenger’s time. The introduction of more advanced biometrics is a potential route forwards for many companies. This means that customers use their physiology as a means of confirming who they are, through the use of systems such as retinal scanning or fingerprints. Introducing biometrics in an airport means more efficient check-in and quick movement of passengers through an airport.

 

VoIP systems

 

Communications between the sky and the ground are important in an airport, making sure everyone gets to the ground safely and securely. However, handling passengers before and after their flight relies heavily on good communication across the terminal. This is where implementing a VoIP system is an important step forwards. VoIP systems improve the speed and efficiency of communications across entire airports. This means that staff are where they are meant to be at the right times, making the landing and baggage procedures as efficient as possible. Passengers get to their homes and hotels faster, and the airport works as efficiently as it can.

 

Weather forecasting and projections

 

Although weather forecasting and flight projections have more of an effect on the way that flights operate, they have a significant effect on ground operations at the same time. The main reason for this is that wind and storms throw out landing times and influence the arrival times of a range of aircraft. Using the most advanced and innovative weather systems means that ground crews know when planes arrive at the airport, keeping updated and locating themselves in the most efficient way possible to process late aircraft and get passengers reunited with their bags as quickly as possible.

 

 

If you’re interested in learning more about modern airport systems, get in touch with the Bayanat Engineering team. We offer expert help, advice and support regarding airport systems in Qatar and beyond.

One of the biggest issues in the modern world is the extent to which we have an impact on the world around us. Carbon dioxide and greenhouse gases have a growing impact on the temperature of the planet and have an effect on the way the climate behaves. This is where dealing with environmental concerns as an aviation industry is important. Find out more about some of the key technologies in the aviation industry that help with solving environmental issues, and learn what aviation’s role is in limiting climate change.

 

The role of aviation

 

Aviation’s role in climate change is widely accepted, with flying being an effective way of getting around the world with the drawback of a greater impact on the world around us. In the world’s search for more efficient practices and behavior, the aviation industry has its own part to play in reducing emissions. This means the industry is developing a range of new technologies and processes that increase efficiency and make sure that the environmental impact is as low as possible. Whilst many of these innovations are in the early stages, each and everyone is a potential step to a more efficient future.

 

Biofuels

 

One of the first significant steps the industry is taking is a movement away from a reliance on fossil fuels. This is a key part of making aviation more efficient, as fossil fuels are currently the vast majority of fuel for any make or model of place. Manufacturers are working towards creating biofuel-friendly aircraft, with engineers working towards more efficient biofuel solutions that limit CO2 emissions. Focusing on biofuel is the first significant leap towards a truly sustainable airline industry by limiting the impact we have through oil rigs and fracking.

 

Efficient flight processes

 

Efficient processes are another key way of reducing our emissions and the impact we have on the world around us. The more time a plane spends idling on the runway or off course, the more miles it completes and the more fuel it saves on the trip. Making full use of navigation software such as TACAN and GPS means that planes have the most efficient routes mapped, saving fuel and time along their routes. Furthermore, better communication between the airport and the plane means that planes land without spending too long in a holding pattern, saving even more fuel and cutting down on emissions.

 

Renewable power

 

Whilst making planes more efficient is important, increasing the sustainability of the airport itself is another key step forwards. Using such sources as solar panels (as is an ideal case for Qatar’s Hamad International Airport) or wind power means that airports use as much energy as necessary without causing any further emissions. Airports have all the power they need for their most important systems and make sure that planes land and passengers are served whilst there is no tangible environmental impact from the airport’s operations.

 

 

If you’d like to find out more about the range of airport innovations supporting the fight against climate change, get in touch with the Bayanat Engineering team today to find out more about our quality services.

Although most of us know what submarines, liners, and cargo ships are, we don’t truly understand what the naval industry is and the role it plays. It’s a broad and fascinating field that utilizes a lot of intriguing technology to help save lives and transport precious cargo. This is your chance to learn more about the naval industry’s hidden tech solutions. In this article, we discuss some of the key solutions in the naval industry and the differences they make.

 

Visual Guidance Docking System (VGDS)

 

Although there is a stark difference between the way that the aeronautical industry and the naval industries work, some technologies are identical. For example, Visual Guidance Docking Systems help pilots and helmsmen reach their destinations safely. These systems, which use lights and indicators, demonstrate where a pilot or captain should go, and help to prevent collisions in a dock or airport. This keeps helmsman, passengers and the ships themselves safe and secure in all docking situations.

 

Information Display Systems

 

Information display systems are an understated part of airports and have a similarly understated role in the naval industry. Also known as IDS, these systems inform pilots and helmsmen about important information pertaining to the airport, the dock or any other changes in procedure. For example, in the case that a ship is required to dock in a different part of the harbour, information display systems can convey this to the helmsman before they reach the dock so they can adjust their course accordingly. This ensures the dock continues to run smoothly and that other ships coming in for processing aren’t impacted.

 

Cyber security systems

 

As with the aeronautical industry, naval vehicles use significantly more computers in their navigation and communication now than they did even a decade ago. This means that there is a much greater challenge when dealing with cybercrime. Using the same cyber security systems as locations such as Hamad International Airport ensures that ships have industry-leading protection. Ships can go about their business without fearing attacks from remote entities slowing down their operations.

 

Weather RADARs

 

Out at sea, liners and ships are some of the most vulnerable craft in the world. Exposed to the elements at all times, large ships rely on weather RADARs for consistent updates on the locations of storms and violent currents. This means that helmsmen can change paths to avoid serious conditions and protect their crew. What’s more, the ship doesn’t suffer any damage and all of its precious cargo gets to its final destination in the best condition possible.

 

 

From Alaska to Qatar, ships and docks need the most modern technology in order to stay safe. Get in touch with the Bayanat Engineering team today to learn more about the range of systems and services our team works with. We’re happy to answer any queries you might have and set you on the right path to a safer dockyard.

Airports are contending with an increasing number of passengers without putting in measures to aid this advancement in numbers. Information technology can be used to improve operational flexibility and pave the way for a more positive passenger experience. Implementing these measures can also help generate more revenue and streamline various airport operations. Here are five reasons why airports need to fundamentally reconsider information technology:

1. Maintenance drones

Maintenance drones can be used to improve the inspection process in airports. The remote technology can help maintenance teams inspect lightning-strike damage or other aircraft problems in record time when compared to conducting inspections manually. Some drones go one step further and can check the individual components of an aircraft, schedule repairs, and scan fuselages. These drones take images of aircraft sections and compare them to their online image databases to identify and troubleshoot problems automatically.

2. Robotics

Automation is becoming increasingly popular in the aviation industry given the advancement in robotic technology. Airports can use robots in terminals and in baggage-related areas to help improve the flow of passengers. This allows airports to future-proof their baggage handling operations and enhance ergonomic working conditions for staff by improving overall ground operations. Some airports are also implementing robots that can communicate with and guide customers through terminals. These robots are programmed to understand different languages – thereby helping airports overcome any language barriers that may exist with arrival passengers.

3. Wearable technology

Wearable technology is useful for both engineers and cabin crew members within airports. For instance, cabin crew members can attach LEDs to their uniforms to enhance the lighting in an emergency and direct attention towards important safety information. Additionally, ground staff can incorporate LEDs into their uniform to help direct aircraft movement with improved visibility. Engineers can free up their hands to carry out maintenance checks while wearing LED jackets that signify their work areas. Wearable technology is also advancing to include in-built cameras and microphones that allow staff to communicate with colleagues and troubleshoot problems quicker.

4. Biometrics

Airports should reconsider the use of biometrics as it allows them to streamline the passenger processing stage. Biometrics involves the use of facial recognition technology which removes the need for passengers to present their passport at multiple stages throughout the boarding process. A biometrics device that verifies their identity once can improve the passenger experience and speed up the check-in process.

5. Environmentally friendly routes

New advancements in information technology allow flight operators to cut their emissions by identifying more quick and efficient travel routes. These systems take into account prevailing weather conditions and source the quickest route to a destination. This means that aircraft save fuel and spread fewer emissions, while also getting passengers to their destinations in record time. Airports can soon expect to benefit from solar-powered aeroplanes that can successfully conduct around-the-world flights. This means that information technology can reduce an airline’s overall dependence on fossil fuels and attract more travellers with a green philosophy.

Airports should consider implementing these advancements in information technology to improve operations and capitalise on passenger experiences. Bayanat Engineering provides business with military airport and aviation solutions around the world. Contact us for more information on how remote technology systems can help you.