Saturday, October 24, 2015

ERAU-W sUAS Buyers Guide - Crowdfunding Campaign

  June Update The ERAU-Worldwide Small UAS Consumer Guide and Operational Test Plan documents are now available. Check them out below. Original Post Help ERAU-Worldwide to develop a comparison and buying guide for small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS). We'll be using your gift to purchase popular consumer platforms and evaluating with a team of students to share critical insight and operational observations with those new to this technology.
To donate and learn more about the campaign visit the following page: https://crowdfunding.erau.edu/project/1157
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Friday, March 20, 2015

Amazon Awarded Experimental Airworthiness Certificate to Pursue UAS R&D

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded Amazon Logistics, Inc. an experimental airworthiness certificate (also referred to a special airworthiness certificate-experimental category [SAC-EC]; FAA, 2014; 2015) for their UAS design to perform research and development: http://www.faa.gov/news/updates/?newsId=82225


The implications of the FAA awarding Amazon Logistics an experimental certificate are far reaching and indicative of the growing collaboration between industry and government. The requirements of the certificate, such as use of certified pilot, aircraft registration and marking, and consistent reporting of flight test metrics (e.g., pilot duty time, malfunctions, deviation from air traffic control [ATC] instruction, and instances of loss of communications) will help the FAA and Amazon better understand how this technology can best be applied in the National Airspace System in a safe manner (Aeronautics and Space, 2004a; 2004b; 2004c; FAA, 2015). This is further evidence of the growing industry need and willingness of government to support the exploration and further development of UAS capabilities, technologies, operational techniques, and safety management strategies. It will be through controlled collaborative research and development efforts, such as this, that we will truly begin to understand how to optimally ensure safety, while still realizing potential efficiency and effectiveness gains in appropriate application (FAA, 2013; 2014; 2015). Read more about this story at the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU; 2015) The Globe website: http://globe.erau.edu/amazon-gains-faa-certificate-to-advance-small-uas-delivery/

REFERENCES
Aeronautics and Space, 14 C.F.R. §21.191 (2004a).

 Aeronautics and Space, 14 C.F.R. §21.193 (2004b).

 Aeronautics and Space, 14 C.F.R. §21.195 (2004c).

Amazon. (2014). 2014_07_prime-air_high-resolution02-compressor.jpg [image file]. Retrieved from http://s3.amazonaws.com/fedscoop-media/uploads/2014_07_prime-air_high-resolution02-compressor.jpg?mtime=20150109105722

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. (2015, March 20). Amazon gains FAA certificate to advance small UAS delivery. The Globe. Retrieved from http://globe.erau.edu/amazon-gains-faa-certificate-to-advance-small-uas-delivery/

Federal Aviation Administration. (2015, March 18). Amazon gets experimental airworthiness certificate. Retrieved from http://www.faa.gov/news/updates/?newsId=82225

Federal Aviation Administration. (2014). Special airworthiness certificate. Retrieved from https://www.faa.gov/aircraft/air_cert/airworthiness_certification/sp_awcert/

Federal Aviation Administration. (2013). Integration of civil unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in 
the National Airspace System (NAS) roadmap. Retrieved from http://www.faa.gov/uas/media/uas_roadmap_2013.pdf

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Saturday, February 28, 2015

Grammatical and Format Feedback vs Topical in Assignments

I have observed that many students become concerned over the level and number of grammatical/APA format comments provided in feedback to assignments (sometimes resulting in reduction of topical comments). However, the style and presentation of student work is very important in order to effectively communicate, especially at the graduate level (communication is an integral Program Outcome for many graduate degrees). Avoiding such writing missteps provides instructors significantly more opportunity to focus on providing essential topical content suggestions and guidance. In turn, the focus of student writing will improve and receive more thorough and applicable topical and content suggestions from faculty.

The following resources contain excellent guidance and insight regarding citation use, APA formatting, and development of materials:

APA In-Text Citations and Support of Writing:
APA Reference List: 
Tone of Writing (Formal, Informal, Narrative; graduate academic work typically requires formal tone):
Reference Credibility (Source of appropriate references, especially peer-reviewed work):
By receiving and properly responding to such mentoring, guidance, and feedback throughout graduate program courses, students will be better prepared for the challenges awaiting them in both their capstone/thesis projects and professional careers. Many graduate courses feature major projects designed to replicate conditions, elements, and topics consistent with responsibilities and activities performed in their respective field or industry (e.g., research, analysis, comparison, requirements derivation, and development of well supported recommendations and conclusions). The experiences students gain in successful completion of such work has the potential to provide improved insight and understanding of how to appropriately undertake such challenges, while also exhibiting supporting evidence and findings in a manner that demonstrates their professionalism and capability as eventual graduates. As a faculty member and program chair of a graduate degree program, I am a stakeholder in student educational and experiential growth. Their success in the classroom and related professional endeavors is also my success as an educator, mentor, and collaborator in this rapidly growing and evolving online educational environment.
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Thursday, February 19, 2015

Traveling Efficiently and Effectively

I'm on my way to Phoenix to speak at the VerdeXchange AZ conference about changing perceptions of unmanned aircraft and their uses. Since one of focus areas of the VerdeXchange is sustainability (hence Verde; green), I thought I would try something a little different. I'm reducing my overall travel footprint (i.e., bring only what I need for a 36 hour period) by limiting my luggage to a small handheld bag, which has all my necessary electronic devices (still need to work on the road) and two full days of dress clothes (wearing my suit coat onboard). 

While traveling light is not new to me, reducing to this level is. Normally, I focus on minimizing down to a laptop bag (17x12x4"; 816 cubic inches) and a converible backpack (17x11x9"; 1683 cubic inches). I've spent weeks abroad using this packing configuration (2499 cubic inches of total packing space), which does require laundry facilities/services for travel greater than one-week. Besides being inconvenient, this combination is not very ergonomically friendly (backaches abound).

By focusing all my packing efforts on my single, laptop bag (coincidentally, did not bring a laptop), I'll only be using 32.65% (816/2499) of my normal packing configuration. Now to figure out how to fit a UAS in there for next time!


No worries as agent warns about full flight and available space 
All packed up and ready to go
Win 8.1 tablet, folding keyboard, and bluetooth mouse


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Tuesday, February 17, 2015

Why Consider an Online Degree in Unmanned Systems at Embry-Riddle?

1) The Master of Science in Unmanned Systems (MSUS) degree is the first of its kind, a non-engineering graduate degree focused on the application, management, and development of unmanned systems

2) The unmanned systems industry, including development and operation of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), exo-atmospheric robotic systems, rovers, and remotely operated vehicles (ROV)s, is significantly expanding with an increasing number of positions, projects, and opportunities
3) Embry-Riddle provides a flexible, cost-effective means of pursuing higher education and graduate curricula
  • With our interactive online classrooms there is no need to sacrifice your current career, you can succeed in both!
  • ERAU is the world's largest, fully accredited university specializing in aviation and aerospace
  • Interact with instructors and peers who bring their vast experience to the classroom; our terminally-credentialed faculty have significant experience and subject matter expertise from their various careers in the field (e.g., FAA representatives, DoD engineers and analysts, UAS/RPA pilots and sensor operators, and robotics researchers)
4) We work with industry stakeholders to understand their needs, which are incorporated into our interactive and comprehensive curriculum
  • Provides an opportunity to explore the capabilities and foundational concepts underlying this transformative and rapidly evolving technology
  • Build experience applying creative, problem-solving techniques to examine and address pressing challenges faced by industry today
  • Learn to use tools and methods in practical, real world scenarios
  • Pursue interesting and challenging research, collaboratively or independently
5) A career in unmanned systems is not just for pilots, the unmanned systems field and industry has need for analysts, researchers, marketing and business experts, developers, technicians, managers, subject matter experts, and support specialists
  • Leverage your existing background and undergraduate education to build new knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) connected to this exciting field
  • Become leaders and bridge builders to connect, facilitate, and guide engineers, managers, policymakers, manufacturers, and other stakeholders in the pursuit of solutions
  • Learn to develop ideas from conceptual constructs to realizable products; define, derive, and analyze requirements; and effectively develop, document, and communicate in an interactive setting
  • Select from a wide variety of concentrations, including UAS, human factors, management, research, operations, safety/emergency response, and education
6) Gain access to a vast breadth of knowledge and published materials through the ERAU Hunt Library, including access to digital textbooks and databases 

Learn more about how to start down your own unique path to a career in unmanned systems today: http://worldwide.erau.edu/unmanned

Disclosure: I am a full time faculty member and the Program Chair of the Master of Science in Unmanned Systems (MSUS) degree for the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU)-Worldwide campus. The postings on this site are my own and do not necessarily represent the positions, strategies or opinions of my employer, ERAU-Worldwide.
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Monday, February 16, 2015

Interview-Implications of Proposed FAA sUAS Rules

The following are my responses to a recent interview (16 February 2015) with Molly Justice, Director of Communications for Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU)-Worldwide campus, regarding the release of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)’s notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM), Operation and Certification of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Docket No.: FAA-2015-0150; Notice No. 15-01). These proposed rules are open for public comment for 60 days, starting with their release on Sunday 15 February 2015. 

Disclosure: I am a full time faculty member and the Program Chair of the Master of Science in Unmanned Systems (MSUS) degree for the ERAU-Worldwide campus. The postings on this site are my own and do not necessarily represent the positions, strategies or opinions of my employer, ERAU-Worldwide.

How long have the proposed rules been in the works? It looks like the rules are supposed to be adopted in September?
The proposed rules have been in development since the small aviation rule-making committee (ARC) was first established in 2008. This committee was formed as a result of the need to address small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) integration and ensure safety is maintained in the National Airspace System (NAS). The actual date the rules will go in effect is unknown as it will be highly dependent on the number and complexity of public comments and the resultant updates to the proposed rules. I estimate six months at the earliest (September 2015), assuming no significant challenges and up to two years (2017), if major changes required.

Were there significant issues that weren't addressed that the industry was looking for guidance on? Was there anything unexpected about the proposed rules - aside from the manner in which the news was released?
That will take time and thorough analysis to determine, which is why the FAA has released these for public comment before enacting. They have asked the stakeholders, parties with an interest in the operation of sUAS, to provide comments and feedback regarding the overall rules and three specific areas. The first specific set of comments they have asked for pertains to whether restrictions should be relaxed for sUAS equipped with technology to overcome known operational limitations, such as the inability to perform see and avoid in the NAS at equivalent level to manned aviation, which could one day be mitigated through detect, sense, and avoid (DSA) technology. The second is whether consideration should be given for permitting transportation of goods for payment in conditions that are proposed to be banned (e.g., over non-operators, beyond line of sight, and outside of constrained or limited environment), which would facilitate potential users such as Amazon. The final area is whether a unique class or series of classes of air carrier certification should be created for UAS operations, such as the group 1-5 designation used by the Department of Defense in categorization of its UAS platforms.

How does this news tie into your coursework, short course instruction, etc. - if at all?
We have designed our courses and the associated projects and activities to be very flexible, knowing that the UAS regulatory environment is subject to significant dynamic influences. As such, the impact required to manage the change will be nominal. However, the impact to the student will be significant in a very positive way. This change represents a much more flexible, less restraining means to access airspace and implement innovative concepts and technology that otherwise has been highly restricted. Students will be able to conceptualize new applications, develop new systems and technology, and gain access to the actual airspace to investigate, test, and analyze their research. 

Training, from both an operational and classroom perspective, will also be impacted positively. With the routine access to airspace provided by these proposed rules (once enacted) it will be possible to transition beyond use of modeling and simulation or indoor flights and perform flight operations in the actual environments the student would encounter as a pilot in the real world. These rules provide increased flexibility for some students to see and experience the effects of dynamic environmental conditions, such as wind and precipitation, while still ensuring optimal safety through use of best practices and safety plans. This would build the same student's experience to perform appropriate maneuvers and operational responses to conditions beyond their control (e.g., sudden onset of weather or wind gusts). While these types of outdoor operations are currently permissible and possible (under 333 exemption to certificate of waiver or authorization [COA]), they require significant lead time to apply for and receive operational approval (approx. 30-120 days), which is not conducive to the rapidly changing needs of students and operators. The proposed rules would change that significantly, by removing the need for requesting approval prior to operation unless within close proximity to an airport (would require contact and approval from FAA Air Traffic Control in support of de-confliction).

Are these rules similar to ones already adopted by other countries?
Yes, they are very similar to Canada, the UK, and Australia




Do you see the rules creating more/less work in the industry?
From a regulatory perspective, significantly less work to comply and seek approval for operations. From an economic standpoint, this will support the growth of the market and increase the number of jobs and opportunities. This rule will lift the ban on commercial sUAS flights, which to date require review and approval from the FAA for a 333 exemption COA. This means we will see significant opportunity to use this technology to perform applications that otherwise would be subject to reduced efficiency, greater cost, or increased risk using alternative methods. The number and type of applications already envisioned for sUAS are significant, including precision agriculture, public safety, aerial photography, communications, cargo transport, conservation, weather monitoring, and research.

NOTE: Additional follow up questions were answered verbally, but not transcribed. The overall input was used to support Ms. Justice’s article on ERAU-Worldwide’s website: http://worldwide.erau.edu/newsroom/press-releases/job-growth-greater-application-of-small-uas.html

RELATED REFERENCES
The following materials contain details referenced in the answers above, while not cited due to the medium of the interview, they have been provided below as a supplement to support further reader investigation and exploration of the discussed topics. 

DOT delays NPRM until Nov 2014. (2014, January 15). SUASNews. Retrieved from 

Federal Aviation Administration. (2015).  Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM), operation and certification of small unmanned aircraft systems (Docket No.: FAA-2015-0150; Notice No. 15-01). Retrieved from 

Federal Aviation Administration. (2014). Fact sheet – unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Retrieved from 

McNeal, G.S. (2015, February 14). Leaked FAA Document Provides Glimpse Into Drone Regulations. Forbes. Retrieved from http://www.forbes.com/sites/gregorymcneal/2015/02/14/the-faa-may-get-drones-right-after-all-9-insights-into-forthcoming-regulations/

The White House, Office of the Press Secretary. (2015, February 15). Presidential memorandum: Promoting economic competitiveness while safeguarding privacy, civil rights, and civil liberties in domestic use of unmanned aircraft systems. Retrieved from http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2015/02/15/presidential-memorandum-promoting-economic-competitiveness-while-safegua





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Publications, Presentations, Videos, and Course Designs

PEER REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS
Robbins, J., Terwilliger, B., Ison, D., & Vincenzi, D. (2016). Wide-scale small unmanned aircraft system access to the National Airspace System. In Proceedings of the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International 43rd Annual Symposium. Arlington, VA: Association of Unmanned Vehicle Systems International. 
 
Terwilliger, B., Vincenzi, D., Ison, D., Liu, D., & Kleinke, S. (2016). Selection of optimal UAS using task requirements and platform parameters to optimize operational performance. Proceedings of the 2016 Industrial and Systems Engineering Research Conference. Norcross, GA: Institute of Industrial Engineers.
 
Terwilliger, B., Vincenzi, D., Ison, D., & Smith, T. (2015). Assessment of unmanned aircraft platform performance using modeling and simulation (paper no. 15006). In Volume 2015: Proceedings of the 2015 Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation, and Education Conference (I/ITSEC). Arlington, VA: National Training and Simulation Association.
 
Sanders, B., Terwilliger, B., Witcher, K., Leary, M., Ohlman, J., & Tucker, C. (2015). Design of an educational tool for unmanned air vehicle design and analysis (paper no. 15086). In Volume 2015: Proceedings of the 2015 Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation, and Education Conference (I/ITSEC). Arlington, VA: National Training and Simulation Association.
 
Vincenzi, D., Terwilliger, B., & Ison, D. (2015). Unmanned aerial system (UAS) human-machine interfaces: New paradigms in command and control. In Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Applied Human Factors and Ergonomics (AHFE 2015) and the Affiliated Conferences. doi:10.1016/j.promfg.2015.07.139
 
Terwilliger, B., Vincenzi, D., Ison, D., Herron, R., & Smith, T. (2015). UAS capabilities and performance modeling for application analysis. In Proceedings of the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International 42nd Annual Symposium. Arlington, VA: Association of Unmanned Vehicle Systems International. 
 
Stansbury, R., Robbins, J., Towhidnejad, M., Terwilliger, B., Moallemi, M., & Clifford, J. (2015). Modeling and simulation for UAS integration into the United States National Airspace System and NextGen. In Hodicky, J. (Ed.), Modelling and Simulation for Autonomous Systems, Information Systems and Applications, incl. Internet/Web, and HCI, 9055 (pp. 40-59). New York, NY: Springer International Publishing. doi: 10.1007/978-3-319-22383-4
 
Terwilliger, B., Vincenzi, D., & Ison, D. (2015). Unmanned aerial systems: Collaborative innovation to support emergency response. Journal of Unmanned Vehicle Systems, 3(2), 31-34. doi: 10.1139/juvs-2015-0004
 
Terwilliger, B. Vincenzi, D., Ison, D., Witcher, K., Thirtyacre, D., & Khalid, A. (2015). Influencing factors for use of unmanned aerial systems in support of aviation accident and emergency response. Journal of Automation and Control Engineering, 3(3), 246-252. doi: 10.12720/joace.3.3.246-252
 
Ison, D.C., Terwilliger, B., & Vincenzi, D. (2014). Privacy, restriction, and regulation involving federal, state and local legislation: More hurdles for unmanned aerial systems (UAS) integration?. The Journal of Aviation/Aerospace Education & Research, 24(1), 41-80. Retrieved from http://commons.erau.edu/jaaer/vol24/iss1/3
 
Terwilliger, B., Ison, D., Vincenzi, D., & Liu, D. (2014).  Advancement and application of unmanned aerial system human-machine-interface (HMI) technology. In Yamamoto, S. (Ed.), Human Interface and the Management of Information. Information and Knowledge in Applications and Services, Lecture Notes in Computer Science, 8522 (pp. 273-283). New York, NY: Springer International Publishing. doi: 10.1007/978-3-319-07863-2_27
 
Vincenzi, D., Ison, D., & Terwilliger, B. (2014). The role of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in disaster response and recovery efforts: Historical, current, and future. In Proceedings of the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International 41st Annual Symposium. Arlington, VA: Association of Unmanned Vehicle Systems International. 
 
Terwilliger, B.A., & Ison, D. (2014). Implementing low cost two-person supervisory control for small unmanned aerial systems. Journal of Unmanned Vehicle Systems, 902(2), 1-16. doi: 10.1139/juvs-2013-0020
 
Khalid, A., Terwilliger, B., Coppola, A., Marion, J., Ison, D., Shepherd, A., & Sanders, B. (2014). Real World Design Challenge (RWDC) – an overview. Advanced Materials Research, 902, 437-447.doi: 10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.902.437
 
Ison, D., Terwilliger, B., & Vincenzi, D. (2013). Designing simulation to meet UAS training needs. In Yamamoto, S. (Ed.), Human Interface and the Management of Information. Information and Interaction for Health, Safety, Mobility and Complex Environments (Part IV, pp.  585-595). doi: 10.1007/978-3-642-39215-3_67
 
Terwilliger, B. (2012). Effects of visual interaction methods on simulated unmanned aircraft operator situational awareness (paper no. 12435). In Volume 2012: Proceedings of the 2015 Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation, and Education Conference (I/ITSEC). Arlington, VA: National Training and Simulation Association.
 
PRESENTATIONS
Terwilliger, B. & Robbins, J. (2016). UAS education and resources: Enhancing Florida business. Florida Aviation Business Association, Conference, Sarasota, FL.
 
Terwilliger, B. & Cirillo, G. (2016). Unmanned aircraft systems: Transformational technology to support business aviation. Aviation Directors Roundtable Meeting, Houston, TX. 
 
Terwilliger, B. & Sanders, B. (2016). Virtual environments. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide Industry Advisory Board Meeting, Daytona Beach, FL.
 
Robbins, J., Terwilliger, B., Ison, D., & Vincenzi, D. (2016). Wide-scale small unmanned aircraft system access to the National Airspace System. Paper presented at 2016 XPonential Conference, New Orleans, LA. 
 
Griffith, J., & Terwilliger, B. (2016). Adaptation of JTAC/FAC concept for civilian UAS emergency services operations. Presented at the Aviation, Aeronautics, and Aerospace Conference (A3IRCon), Phoenix, AZ.
 
Vincenzi, D., Terwilliger, B., Ison, D., & Smith, T. (2015). Assessment of unmanned aircraft platform performance using modeling and simulation (paper no. 15006). Paper presented at the 2015 Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation, and Education Conference (I/ITSEC), Orlando, FL.
 
Terwilliger, B., Sanders, B., Witcher, K., Leary, M., Ohlman, J., & Tucker, C. (2015). Design of an educational tool for unmanned air vehicle design and analysis (paper no. 15086). Paper presented at the 2015 Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation, and Education Conference (I/ITSEC), Orlando, FL.
 
Terwilliger, B., Thirtyacre, D., Ford, P., Robbins, J., & Deering, T. (2015). UAS applications, operations, and support: Key topics of industry. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide Campus, Las Vegas, NV. 
 
Terwilliger, B. (2015). From Hobby to Career: The growing opportunities of unmanned aviation. Presented at the National Business Aviation Association, Business Aviation Conference and Exposition, Careers in Business Aviation Day: Explore the Possibilities, Las Vegas, NV.
 
Ison, D., Terwilliger, B., Vincenzi, D., & Kleinke, S. (2015). Airport bird activity – monitoring and mitigation: The unmanned aerial system (UAS) approach. Presented at the 2015 North American Bird Strike Conference, Montreal, QC. 
 
Terwilliger, B. (2015). Master of Science in Unmanned Systems: Town Hall. Daytona Beach, FL: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide Campus.
 
Terwilliger, B. (2015). Unmanned systems and simulation: Orlando Campus open house. Orlando, FL: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, 
Worldwide Campus, Orlando.
 
Vincenzi, D., Terwilliger, B., & Ison, D. (2015). Unmanned aerial system (UAS) human-machine interfaces: New paradigms in command and control. Paper presented at the 6th International Conference on Applied Human Factors and Ergonomics (AHFE 2015) and the Affiliated Conferences, Las Vegas, NV.
 
Terwilliger, B., Robbins, J., & Haritos, T. (2015). Unmanned aircraft systems: Supporting Florida business. Presented at the Florida Aviation Business Association 69th Annual Conference and Tradeshow, Orlando, FL.
 
Vincenzi, D., Ison, D., Terwilliger, B., & Heron, R. (2015). Enhanced aviation accident planning and rescue: Unmanned and human interaction considerations. Presented at the Human-Computer Interaction International 2015 Conference, Los Angeles, CA.
 
Terwilliger, B. (2015). Examining UAS applications: Breaking the conventional view. Presented at the VerdeXchange conference, Phoenix, AZ.
 
Terwilliger, B., Sanders, B., Marion, J., Baker, R., Thirtyacre, D., Kleinke, S., & Lange, P. (2015). Real World Design Challenge FY15 State UAS Challenge: Precision pesticide application, question and answer session. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide Campus, Online.
 
 
Kleinke, S., Terwilliger, B., Baker, R., & Vincenzi, D. (2015). Proposal for a Bachelor of Science in Unmanned Systems Application course outline. Presented at the February Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide Faculty Senate Meeting, Online.
 
Terwilliger, B., Robbins, J., Thirtyacre, D., & Deering, T. (2015). UAS applications, operations, and support: Key topics of industry. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide Campus, Berlin, GE. 
 
Worrells, D., Witcher, K., Ison, D., & Terwilliger, B. (2015). Unmanned aerial system and airport master plans (#1141). Presented at the 2015 Aviation / Aeronautics / Aerospace International Research (A3IR) conference, Phoenix, AZ.   
 
Ison, D., Terwilliger, B., Vincenzi, D., & Smith, T. (2015). Unmanned aerial system use in airport rescue and fire fighting (#1078). Presented at the 2015 Aviation / Aeronautics / Aerospace International Research (A3IR) conference, Phoenix, AZ.   
 
Terwilliger, B., Mirot, A., Robbins, J., Anderson, P., Vincenzi, D., & McGuirk, S. (2014). Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: Unmanned aircraft systems Short-course. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL.
 
Terwilliger, B. (2014). FY15 State UAS Challenge: Precision pesticide application. Presented at the Real World Design Challenge National Finals Event, Chevy Chase, MD.
 
Vincenzi, D., Terwilliger, B. Smith, T., Ison, D., Witcher, K., Thirtyacre, D., & Khalid, A. (2014). Development and analysis of unmanned aerial systems aviation rescue and firefighting response framework. Presented at Unmanned Systems Canada Annual Conference, Montreal, QC.
 
Terwilliger, B. (2014). Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide: Unmanned systems curriculum and research. Presented at the Ohio UAS Conference, Dayton, OH.
 
Terwilliger, B., Robbins, J., Thirtyacre, D., & Deering, T. (2014). UAS applications, operations, and support: Key topics of industry. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide Campus, Houston, TX. 
 
Thirtyacre, D., Terwilliger, B. Vincenzi, D., Ison, D., Witcher, K., & Khalid, A. (2014). Influencing factors for use of unmanned aerial systems in support of aviation accident and emergency response. Presented at the 2014 2nd International Conference on Control, Robotics, and Cybernetics, Singapore.
 
Terwilliger, B. (2014). ERAU-Worldwide UAS research and education overview: Presentation to NUAIR. Presented at the Northeastern UAS Airspace Integration Research Alliance University Partners Spring 14’ Meeting, Syracuse, NY. 
 
Terwilliger, B., Ison, D., Vincenzi, D., & Liu, D. (2014).  Advancement and application of unmanned aerial system human-machine-interface (HMI) technology. Presented at the Human-Computer Interaction International Conference 2014, Crete, Greece.
 
Vincenzi, D., Ison, D., & Terwilliger, B. (2014). The role of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in disaster response and recovery efforts: Historical, current, and future. Poster presentation at the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International 41st Symposium, Orlando, FL.  
 
Terwilliger, B. (2014). Master of Science in Unmanned Systems: Town Hall. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide Campus, Online.
 
Terwilliger, B., & Deering, T. (2014). UAS applications, operations, and support: Key topics of industry. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide Campus, San Diego, CA. 
 
Terwilliger, B. (2014). ERAU-Worldwide and UAS: An overview of curriculum & research. Presented at the Sinclair Community College and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Worldwide: UAS Open House Event, Dayton, OH.
 
Terwilliger, B., & Deering, T. (2014). UAS applications, operations, and support: Key topics of industry. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide, Las Vegas, NV.
 
Terwilliger, B. (2014). Master of Science in Unmanned Systems (MSUS) degree proposal. Presented at the February Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide Faculty Senate Meeting, Online.
 
Ison, D., Terwilliger, B., & Vincenzi, D. (2014). State and local legislation: More hurdles for unmanned aerial systems (UAS) integration?. Presented at the 2014 Aviation / Aeronautics / Aerospace International Research (A3IR) conference, Phoenix, AZ.
 
Ison, D., Terwilliger, B., & Vincenzi, D. (2014). UAS regulation in foreign countries: Alternatives to UAS operations in the United States. Presented at the 2014 Aviation / Aeronautics / Aerospace International Research (A3IR) conference, Phoenix, AZ.
 
Terwilliger, B., & Ison, D. (2013). Implementing low cost two-person supervisory control for small unmanned aerial systems. Presented at the Unmanned Systems Canada Annual Conference, Vancouver, BC.
 
Terwilliger, B. (2013). FY14 state unmanned aircraft system challenge: Precision agriculture, announcement. Presented at the Real World Design Challenge Kick-off Announcement, Washington, DC.
 
Terwilliger, B., Hernandez, D., & Burgess, S. (2013). Incorporation of concurrent design principles into course development. Presented at 2013 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide Conference, Atlanta, GA. 
 
Ison, D., Terwilliger, B., & Vincenzi, D. (2013). Designing simulation to meet UAS training needs. Presented at the Human-Computer Interaction International Conference 2013, Las Vegas, NV.
 
Terwilliger, B. (2013). Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide, College of Aeronautics, UAS curriculum and research. Presented at the Ohio UAS Conference, Dayton, OH.
 
Terwilliger, B. (2012). Effects of visual interaction methods on simulated unmanned aircraft operator situational awareness. Paper presented at the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation, and Education Conference 2012, Orlando, FL.
 
Terwilliger, B. (2012). ERAU-Worldwide UAS academic curriculum. Presented at the ERAU-Worldwide Industry Advisory Board Meeting, Colorado Springs, CO.
 
WRITING (NON-PEER REVIEWED / MANUSCRIPTS)
Terwilliger, B. (2016). Remote Connection Teleoperated Unmanned Aircraft Systems (RemCon TeleUAS) system design document. 
 
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. (2016). Small unmanned aircraft system consumer guide. Daytona Beach, FL: Author, Worldwide campus. Retrieved from http://www.worldwide.erau.edu/Assets/worldwide/data/erau-suas-consumer-guide-june-2016-release.pdf
 
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. (2016). Small unmanned aircraft system consumer guide: Operational test plan. Daytona Beach, FL: Author, Worldwide campus. Retrieved from http://www.worldwide.erau.edu/Assets/worldwide/data/erau-suas-suas-consumer-guide-otp-srb-final-release.pdf
 
Terwilliger, B. (2016). ERAU-Worldwide unmanned systems related career opportunities: 2016. Daytona Beach, FL: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide Campus, College of Aeronautics. 
 
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. (2016). Small unmanned aircraft systems operational knowledge study guide. Daytona Beach, FL: Author, Worldwide campus.
 
Terwilliger, B. (2015, June). How UAS are poised to change the aviation industry. Washington, DC: National Business Aviation Association, Corporate Aviation Management Committee, UAS Subcommittee.
 
Terwilliger, B. (2015). ERAU-Worldwide unmanned systems related career opportunities: 2015. Daytona Beach, FL: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide Campus, College of Aeronautics. Retrieved from http://worldwide.erau.edu/Assets/worldwide/forms/ERAU%20Unmanned%20System%20Graduates%20Potential%20Job%20Opportunities%202015b.pdf
 
Terwilliger, B., Shepherd, A., Sanders, B., Khalid, A., Marion, J., Lange, P., Bourdeau, D., & Kleinke, S. (2014). FY15 state unmanned aircraft system challenge: Precision pesticide application, detailed background document. Washington, DC: Real World Design Challenge. 
 
Terwilliger, B., Shepherd, A., Sanders, B., Khalid, A., Marion, J., Lange, P., & Bourdeau, D. (2014). FY15 state unmanned aircraft system challenge: Precision pesticide application, challenge statement. Washington, DC: Real World Design Challenge. 
 
Terwilliger, B., Shepherd, A., Sanders, B., Khalid, A., Marion, J., Lange, P., & Bourdeau, D. (2014). FY15 state unmanned aircraft system challenge: Precision pesticide application, student, coaches, and mentors guide. Washington, DC: Real World Design Challenge. 
 
Terwilliger, B., Shepherd, A., Sanders, B., Khalid, A., & Marion, J. (2014). FY14 national unmanned aircraft system challenge: Precision agriculture, detailed background document. Washington, DC: Real World Design Challenge. 
 
Terwilliger, B. (2013). How can higher education best support UAS growth in America?. University Aviation Association Collegiate Aviation Review, 31(2), 1-5. 
 
Terwilliger, B., Shepherd, A., Sanders, B., Khalid, A., Marion, J., Lange, P., & Bourdeau, D. (2013). FY14 state unmanned aircraft system challenge: Precision agriculture, detailed background document. Washington, DC: Real World Design Challenge. 
 
Terwilliger, B., Shepherd, A., Sanders, B., Khalid, A., Marion, J., Lange, P., & Bourdeau, D. (2013). FY14 state unmanned aircraft system challenge: Precision agriculture, challenge statement. Washington, DC: Real World Design Challenge. 
 
Terwilliger, B., Shepherd, A., Sanders, B., Khalid, A., Marion, J., Lange, P., & Bourdeau, D. (2013). FY14 state unmanned aircraft system challenge: Precision agriculture, student, coaches, and mentors guide. Washington, DC: Real World Design Challenge. 
 
Terwilliger, B. Hernandez, D., & Burgess, S. (2013). Incorporation of concurrent design principles into experimental course development process [unpublished manuscript]. Daytona Beach, FL: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide Campus, College of Aeronautics. 
 
Terwilliger, B., & Ison, D. (2013). Implementing low cost two-person supervisory small unmanned aerial system control [Unpublished Manuscript], Daytona Beach, FL: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide Campus, College of Aeronautics.
 
Terwilliger, B., & Ison, D. (2013). Low cost two-person supervisory control for small unmanned aerial systems solution detailed design and validation document [Unpublished Manuscript], Daytona Beach, FL: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide Campus, College of Aeronautics.
 
Terwilliger, B. (2012). Examining effects of visual interaction methods on unmanned aircraft operator situational awareness (Doctoral Dissertation). Retrieved from ProQuest Dissertations and Theses database. (UMI No. 3516061; ISBN: 9781267488626)
 
 
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Sunday, February 15, 2015

FAA Small UAS Rules-Info

The following are some of the major discussion points from the FAA's Proposed Small UAS Rules news conference (Sun 15 Feb 2015):

Two primary focus for integration of UAS into the U.S. National Airspace System (NAS)
1) Keeping UAS well clear of other aircraft
2) Mitigating risk

Specific details regarding announcement:
  • Weigh less than 55lbs
  • 100mph airspeed and 500ft above ground level (AGL) altitude limits
  • Unaided visual line of sight (glasses acceptable)
  • Buffer between manned/unmanned aircraft (as authorized by ATC at airport)
  • N/A to recreational
  • Daytime operations
  • New knowledge test based UAS operator certificate (24 mo recurrent testing; broad access to testing centers); fundamentally different than being a private pilot, but do need to understand how to operate in same airspace as manned aircraft; treated as endorsement on current ratings (needed by current pilots) with no separate medical requirement
  • Pre-flight inspection by pilot
  • No airworthiness certificate required
  • Must operate under clear set of parameters to maintain safety
  • Need to determine if a category for micro aircraft is warranted (4.4lbs or less; public comment requested)

Related points/comments:
  • President Barack Obama just released policy (memorandum) regarding military use of UAS (i.e., privacy and protection)
  • More than two dozen 333 exemptions have been approved thus far for commercial operations
  • This rule will accommodate future innovation in the industry
  • Wide variety of activities, especially those that are dangerous, where UAS can provide benefit:
    • Public safety/inspection
    • Academic education and research and development
    • Wildlife conservation/crop monitoring
    • Aerial filming
  • Proposed rule, not a final rule; it is a milestone towards NAS integration; very focused on the large class of potential users
  • FAA continues to support aggressive research into beyond line of sight (BLOS); there will still be other activities (e.g., research) to support the evolving industry and its needs
  • Significant comments expected, but comprehensive framework has been proposed to address comments; feedback will help to determine the best plan to support operation and users, comments are encouraged
  • Operators must continue to apply for approval (including 333 exemption), until this rule finalized
  • Safety is number one priority; working as quickly and safely as possible to achieve integration
  • Compliance will be achieved through education (i.e., public outreach; e.g., Know Before You Fly campaign) and use of enforcement tools to prevent operation in careless and reckless manner (same as manned aviation); rule, as finalized, will provide flexible access and accommodation that ensures highest levels of safety

UPDATE (16 Feb 2015): Check out the following links from sUASNews.com, which provide addition information and insight regarding the FAA announcement and the Presidential memorandum:



This announcement and release of the proposed rules for operation of sUAS represents an exciting step towards achieving full UAS integration into the NAS. The FAA has proposed a method of providing airspace access to a significant number of users, without requiring undue financial burden (est. $300 every 24mo; supports accommodation). This framework is further anticipated to ensure the establishment and maintenance of safety (highest priority), support growing interest in this technology, and encourage innovative use and development of associated capability (i.e., technological advancement). As of late, many stakeholders in this industry had voiced concerns that existing regulatory practices and policies were not conducive to the success and growth of the unmanned systems industry. However, with this recent development, the FAA has demonstrated their willingness to work collaboratively with stakeholders to create a safe, efficient, and effective operating environment that supports the needs of users, including researchers, academics, training specialists, entrepreneurs, recreational hobbyists, first response personnel, and safety advocates.

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FAA Small UAS Rules News Conference

There is potentially big news for small UAS operations being released today by the FAA:

The following provide very interesting reads relating to this unfolding scenario, which appears to have be in response to the crash of a DJI Phantom earlier this year on the White House lawn, click the links on the pages to see the full documents:




If these documents turn out to be legitimate, it could be good news indeed (no private pilot certificate, just knowledge based exam; low cost aircraft registration; framework that is similar to CA, UK, and AU). 

I encourage anyone with an interest in small UAS to call in and listen:
 

WHO: Conference Call with U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx and FAA Administrator Michael Huerta

The call-in number for the call is (800) 230-1059. The operator will ask you what you're calling in for. Tell the operator you are calling in for the DOT Press Briefing. There will be an opportunity to ask questions at the end. To ask a question press *1.


UPDATE: New phone number for this call: 202 493 4180 passcode 6238#. Delayed briefing until 10:30 a.m.


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Thursday, January 29, 2015

ERAU-W Berlin UAS Workshop

I recently had the opportunity to travel to Berlin to lead a two-day workshop covering the important factors affecting the UAS industry. In support of this, I provided some background on why such educational pursuits and collaboration are important to this growing field. You can read about my thoughts on the following article, published on the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide, Europe website: http://europe.erau.edu/news-events/worldwide-uas-training-comes-to-berlin/index.html

I've also attached some additional photographs from the workshop and trip.


Demonstrating an example of a micro-air vehicle (MAV), a low-cost entry point example of UAS technology


The workshop participants and campus staff

Nighttime view of Berlin


Checkpoint Charlie


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