Development / Enhancement of a Procedure Validation Tool

Institute

Lehrstuhl für Flugsystemdynamik

Type

Semester Thesis / Master's Thesis /

Content

experimental / theoretical /  

Description

As unmanned and optionally piloted aircraft systems (UAS/OPV) evolve, the need for valid, certifiable, and traceable operational procedures becomes increasingly critical. While systematic methods for generating procedures (e.g., via procedure-based ConOps development) exist, the challenge of validating already-developed procedures remains largely unresolved. This thesis addresses that gap.
The goal is to explore different validation strategies for already generated SOPs, such as expert reviews, simulator-based testing, structured checklists, and possibly automated or AI-assisted validation tools. Based on this evaluation, the thesis should identify the most promising and scalable approaches.
A prototypical tool (e.g., Python-based) could be developed or extended to support (semi-)automated validation. The student is encouraged to explore both symbolic and AI-based validation frameworks but can also propose hybrid or rule-based methods.

Requirements

• Diligent and structured working methods and high level of commitment
• Basic knowledge in aircraft operations, SOP structure, and aviation systems
• Interest in system validation, tool development, or AI-based methods
• If following the AI approach, a strong AI knowledge shoult be there
• Basic knowledge of Python and database management (other tools than Python are also okay)
• Understanding of aircraft operations and procedure validation is beneficial

Possible start

sofort

Contact

Markus Maly
Room: MW3605
Phone: +49 89 289 16080
markus.malytum.de

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