Intent-First Aerial V2V for Tactical Coordination and Separation: Protocol and Performance Under Density and Disturbance
Researchers have developed a new communication protocol for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) to improve tactical coordination and separation in dense, low-altitude airspace. This intent-first vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) system combines state and intent information with event-triggered messages for cooperative perception and contingency planning. Evaluations using C-V2X modules demonstrated that the protocol reduces belief divergence and enhances observability, though its effectiveness decreases in highly dense or impaired conditions. AI
IMPACT Introduces a novel communication protocol for enhanced drone traffic management, potentially improving safety and efficiency in urban airspace.