Safety functions

At Ascending Technologies GmbH we place great value on safety and the usability of our systems. Aside from intensive and practical oriented training sessions, we offer a variety of safety features:

Data link

The connection between the Mobile Ground Station and system is critical. Hence why we use two completely separated data links to transmit, thus effectively giving double the amount of data transmitted. All commands are sent on two independent data links. Should one of the links be affected, the other can cover it. All data is transferred digitally, so the system cannot be taken over by other pilots.

System check - EXTENDED

On start up, the AscTec Falcon 8 performs a system and environmental condition check to allow for safe operation. All functions are checked and a warning is given if a malfunction is found. Should a critical error be found, the system will not allow a take off. All sensor values and most possible external disturbances are evaluated. The detected magnetic field is compared with the expected magnetic field for its current position. If the difference is out of the tolerance band, the electronics may be interfered with and a warning will be given to the pilot.

Alerts - REVISED

During flight, all relevant parameters are monitored. Critical values over predefined thresholds are brought to the pilot's attention immediately by acoustic and visual alerts. There is a permanent monitoring of the battery levels in the system, the data link and the quality of the GPS signal. The alerts have been revised by being more precisely defined. For example, if you use a half charged battery by accident, your Mobile Ground Station will give you a warning.

Coming Home - NEW

Bring the AscTec Falcon back to its start position at the end of a regular mission with just a single click. In the status display you can define how your system should behave in case of an emergency. Depending on your mission, the system can either fly back to a predefined height or it can ascend to the highest flight level achieved during the mission and fly back to the start position. Some missions will only be possible with this safety feature.

On the next page you can find detailled technical informations.