Optical Flight Control Systems in Next-Generation Aircraft

Vinayak Jadhav, Juhed Attar, Jayesh Bhadarge, Harshvardhan Rajguru, Pratiksha Ghodke, Neha Shivale & Ajit Kaundal

Pune Institute of Aviation Technology Affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University, INDIA

1E-mail: vinayakjadhav.puneiat@gmail.com

2E-mail: juhedattar.puneiat@gmail.com

 3E-mail: jayeshbhadarge.puneiat@gmail.com

4E-mail: harshvardhanrajguru.puneiat@gmail.com

5E-mail: pratikshaghodke34@gmail.com

6E-mail: nehashivale@puneiat.edu.in

7E-mail: ajitkaundal@puneiat.edu.in

Abstract

Fly-by-Light (FBL) technology is an advanced aircraft flight control system that uses fiber optic cables instead of conventional electrical wiring for signal transmission. This technology evolved from Fly-by-Wire systems to improve the data transmission speed, and reduce electromagnetic interference, and enhance aircraft safety and reliability. Fly-by-Light systems provide advantages such as lightweight communication, high bandwidth, resistance to electromagnetic effects, and improved system performance in modern aircraft. This paper discusses the working principle, and components, advantages, limitations, and future applications of Fly-by-Light technology in the aerospace industry. The study also compares Fly-by-Light with traditional Fly-by-Wire systems and highlights its importance in next-generation aircraft.