ABSTRACT
The article focuses on determination of a flying object position based on the relative navigation principle. The main goal is to define algorithms for calculating the position of a flying object that operates within aviation communications network. To solve this problem, we used the methods of mathematical analysis, statistics, and probability theory We also used methods of the Relative navigation system (RelNav) analysis and synthesis. We have analyzed the communication system current state and the future development with regard to programs and plans of the international organizations of ICAO, FAA, Eurocontrol and SESAR. Based on an analysis of the results achieved, the possible applications of the relative navigation system are listed in the article. There are suggestions on the use of systems that operate on the relative navigation principle based on the results from the solution of this issue. One of the Using RelNav roles is to provide safety for small civil aircraft flying. Most of these aircraft are equipped with a GPS system but cannot detect the location of other nearby aircraft. The aim is to design an autonomous system for detecting other aircraft in the vicinity of a small aircraft which would contribute to its flight safety The system would function on the principle of relative navigation, i.e. on the basis of communication with other aircraft. The main research problem in this case is to explore the possibilities of interconnection, or adding an ASPD on‐board computer to a program module that could be used to perform a relative navigation function without the need to add more aircraft navigation aids. This would ultimately bring about a significant economic effect.
