Integration of Lightweight Sensors for Altitude Measurement in Compact Aviation Systems

A small aircraft system requires innovations in the altitude control that take into account its physical size and weight constraints. To provide accurate altitude measurements, this study presents an integrated altitude monitoring system designed specifically for small aircraft. This system combines miniaturized sensors with the advanced data fusion and filtering algorithms such as Kalman filters. Based on the maximum likelihood estimation and extended Kalman filtering, the proposed system improves measurement accuracy over traditional methods taking into account the unique challenges and limitations posed by small aircraft systems. As a result of its compact size, the researched system can be used for smaller, lighter aircraft systems that often cannot accommodate larger and heavier systems. Experimental results have been conducted to validate the system’s effectiveness. The results of this study could have a significant impact on the design and operation of small aircraft by providing strategies for maintaining responsive and stable flight conditions.