Cornell Students Collaborate with NASA to Enhance Drone Safety
A team of students from Cornell University is working with NASA to develop a national air transportation management system for drones. Sponsored by NASA's University Student Research Challenge, the project aims to enable thousands of drones to operate safely in shared airspace. Led by doctoral student Mehrnaz Sabet, the team is exploring innovative approaches to drone safety, focusing on tactical deconfliction, which allows drones to adjust their paths in real-time to avoid collisions. The research includes extensive simulations and real-world tests, demonstrating the potential for drones to operate with the same flexibility as cars on roads. The project has garnered positive responses from industry and the Federal Aviation Administration, highlighting its potential to revolutionize drone traffic management. 
