Sense and avoid for unmanned cargo carriers and single-pilot flight decks In recent years, D-CODE’s research focus has been on testing new technologies for the safe operation of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) in all airspaces. In the KoKo 2 project, D-CODE was equipped in cooperation with the partner Hensoldt so that, in addition to the ...

Versatile platform for aeronautics research The BO 105 is a five-seat research helicopter with a rigid, four-bladed main rotor and a semi-rigid, two-bladed tail rotor. All the rotor blades are made of glass fibre reinforced polymers. The helicopter is powered by two Allison 250-C20 engines. Its performance envelope is extensive. This versatile helicopter is used, ...

In-flight Systems and Technologies Airborne Research The Dassault Falcon 2000LX is operated by DLR under the name ISTAR (In-flight Systems and Technologies Airborne Research). The gradual development of the recently acquired ISTAR aircraft to its full functionality as a ‘flying simulator’ is taking place simultaneously with its first research campaigns. In the next step of ...

National UAS Demonstrator The Do 228 aircraft is a twin-engine, turbine-powered propeller aircraft with short take-off and landing capabilities, developed as a light transport aircraft. DLR’s Do 228-101 (D-CODE) has extensive modifications, including a digital autopilot, a power supply for experimental installations, a basic measurement system and precision navigation equipment. With little effort, D-CODE can ...

Remote sensing, atmospheric research and ‘Flying Auditorium’ DLR’s Cessna 208 B Grand Caravan research aircraft is used for remote sensing, atmospheric research, and is particularly suitable for camera flights. For example, flights with the 3K camera system generate high-resolution aerial images for various applications in traffic management or disaster situations. A laser measurement system (lidar) ...