Foreign Object Detection System

Abstract

The efficient and safe operation of aircraft runways is crucial for ensuring air travel security and minimizing the risk of accidents. Foreign object debris (FOD) poses a significant threat to aircraft during take-off and landing, potentially leading to damage or catastrophic failures. This abstract presents a novel foreign object detection system specifically developed for aircraft runways. The system combines advanced sensing technologies, LCD display, and coding programming, to detect and locate foreign objects on the runway surface. The system's design focuses on real-time monitoring, rapid detection, and accurate identification of FOD, enabling timely mitigation actions to be taken. Experimental evaluations demonstrate the system's effectiveness in different weather conditions and its ability to discriminate between harmless debris and potentially hazardous objects. The proposed foreign object detection system offers airports and aviation authorities a valuable tool for enhancing runway safety and reducing the risk of FOD-related incidents, ultimately improving overall air travel reliability and passenger security.