Effect of Protection Zone Geometry on Traffic Conflict Resolution based on Artificial Force Fields

Systems allowing on-board Conflict Detection & Resolution (CD&R) are a mandatory prerequisite for operation in Autonomous Operations Area (AOA) airspace. Kuchar and Yang identified numerous approaches to Conflict Resolution (CR) . One approach, originating in the field of robotics, is Conflict Resolution based on (Artificial) Force Fields. This paper surveys the effect of the aircraft’s Protected Airspace Zone (PAZ) geometry on lateral Conflict Resolution using an Artificial Force Field Approach.