Approach Distance Monitoring for Belt Loader
Challenge
Ground support equipment (GSE) drivers operate quickly to keep up with busy flight schedules. Aircraft ground damage caused by GSEs, such as belt loaders, can result in significant delays, costly repairs, and considerable indirect costs including aircraft replacement and passenger rebooking. To help the belt loader avoid damaging fragile aircraft, a reliable system is needed that informs the belt loader’s governor when to slow the vehicle.
Solution
The Q90R2 High-Power Multipurpose Radar Sensor dependably detects a wide range of targets, including highly reflective surfaces such as shiny metal aircraft bodies, in dynamic outdoor conditions on the apron. Its 120° x 40° beam pattern is optimized to reliably measure curved surfaces, delivering accurate positional data between the vehicle and surrounding aircraft. This information enables the vehicle’s governor to adjust speed accordingly, allowing the loader to slow at the appropriate moment for safer, more precise positioning during approach.
Q90R Series High Power Multipurpose Radar Sensors
Banner’s Q90R Series radar sensors feature a robust design, versatile performance, an intuitive interface, and enhanced configuration capabilities.