Cabin Area Network Systems & Services (CANSAS)™
Diehl Aviation's CANSAS™ technology platform allows for the flexible and scalable digital control and monitoring of key cabin functions across all aircraft platforms.
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HIGH PERFORMANCE CONTROLLER (HPC)
The HPC is a central control unit that manages numerous cabin functions. Crew members can take control in a clear and straightforward manner via the flight attendant panel, a mobile phone or a smartwatch, for example.
Special features
- Integration: Until now, the cabin has required different devices for different functions. Thanks to its high computing power and storage capacity, the HPC can replace several of these devices, simplifying operations for the crew. At the same time, it contributes to weight reduction, which is a major advantage in aircraft construction, especially when used as a complete cabin management system.
- Scalability: The HPC is suitable for all aircraft, ranging from large airliners to smaller aircraft, helicopters and eVTOLs.
- Retrofit: The computer is barely larger than a lunch box, making it ideal for digitally retrofitting a wide variety of cabin functions in existing fleets. This flexibility is unique.
- Multi-criticality: The computer distinguishes between safety-critical functions, such as monitoring the wastewater tanks, and those that do not impact passenger safety. This means that tools such as reading lights and entertainment systems, which are operated by passengers, can also be covered by the HPC.
- Data analysis: Higher computing power and storage capacity enable new functions, such as predictive health monitoring.
Connectivity extension
The HPC can also communicate with the ground. This connectivity solution enables data about defective devices or maintenance requirements to be sent on board. Advantages: Spare parts and replacement devices can be provided early on and exchanged quickly during stopovers, allowing maintenance measures to be planned. Various important mission data, such as that from emergency services, can also be transmitted securely and reliably. Furthermore, this innovative solution can be used to locate and monitor air taxis, which is an essential prerequisite for future offerings in the field of advanced air mobility. Diehl Aviation supplies the relevant technology for this in aircraft as part of CANSAS™, while its partner SkyFive provides the associated ground infrastructure, such as radio masts and ground stations.
AIoT Gateway
An increasing number of areas in the cabin can now be controlled digitally, offering added benefits for crew and passengers alike. Older aircraft, in particular, often fail to take advantage of these opportunities because their cabin management systems are not designed for this purpose. As part of CANSAS, Diehl Aviation offers the AIoT Gateway, a lean controller for specific tasks. This small device can be installed practically anywhere in the cabin and provides information on various aspects, such as the status of a galley device or the occupancy of an onboard toilet. The AIoT Gateway can be easily retrofitted at any time.