Radar is a system that uses radio waves to determine the distance (ranging), direction (azimuth and elevation angles), and radial velocity of objects relative to the site. It is a radiodetermination method [1] used to detect and track aircraft, ships, spacecraft, guided missiles, motor vehicles, map weather formations, and terrain.

DeTect's aircraft detection lighting system (ADLS) for aviation obstructions such as wind farms, high voltage transmission lines and communication towers.

A way to mitigate light pollution is to use ADLS (slides 7-8), which is like a light switch used to turn the lights on and off when the sensor-based system detects an approaching aircraft. The horizontal radar detection is 3 NM and the vertical radar detection is 1,000’ above the tallest wind turbine. ADLS is not always ideal.

2024年3月22日 · This ‘How Aviation Radar Detects Aircraft’ article explores how aviation radar systems detect aircraft, exploring the underlying technology, the various types of radar, and the challenges faced in accurately identifying aircraft, particularly those with …

Sensor-based systems designed to detect aircraft as they approach an obstruction or group of obstructions. Uses primary radar to detect approaching aircraft and activate the lighting system. Lights come ON when an aircraft is detected or if there is an ADLS system failure.

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2023年9月7日 · Airport Surface Detection System — Model X (ASDE-X) is a surveillance system using radar, multilateration and satellite technology that allows air traffic controllers to track surface movement of aircraft and vehicles. It was developed to help reduce critical Category A and B runway incursions.

ADLS (Aircraft Detection Lighting System) activate lights only when aircraft are detected, reducing light pollution while ensuring safety.

In cooperation with f.u.n.k.e. Avionics GmbH, Deutsche Windtechnik has developed an independent transponder-based ADLS system. It was one of the first ADLS systems to be approved in accordance with the new guidelines of the General Administrative Rules for the Identification of Aircraft Obstructions (AVV marking) after type examination.

An Aircraft Detection Lighting System (ADLS) works by using radar (primary radar systems) or transponder interrogators (secondary radar systems) to monitor the airspace around wind turbines. Here’s how it operates: