Foreign object debris (FOD) at airports includes any object found in an inappropriate location that -- as a result of being in that location -- can damage equipment or injure airplane or airport personnel.
As air travel and freight expands, Airports are looking for automated and rapid solutions to ensure safer tarmacs. ROMDAS LCMS with LFOD is aimed at addressing this exact need for airports.
Mounted on a vehicle, ROMDAS LFOD system uses advanced 3D laser scanning technology and sub-meter GPS to automatically detect, give real time alerts, and archive FODs over an entire airfield. The system easily detects FODs of any material and colour, including loose aggregates. It also automatically generates GIS maps to identify possible hotspots for FOD management and prevention.
Unique to FOD systems, ROMDAS LFOD also collects wide variety of pavement condition data useful for effective airfield management. Compared to fixed systems, ROMDAS LFOD is a versatile and cost-effective tool for FOD and pavement management systems. This dual combination further increases the value and applicability of this system, especially for small or medium airports.
ROMDAS LCMS with LFOD system complies with the guidelines in FAA’s performance specifications for airport FOD detection equipment (AC No. 150/5220-24-2009).
Key Benefits & Features
Rapid and flexible operations with mobile LFOD system
Exceptional price compared to stationary ground-based systems
No airside construction, roof mounted for increased mobility
Scanning width of 5m per pass
Detects FOD as small as 5mm
Real-time alerts in vehicle for specific FOD sizes
User configurable alerts and severities
Live map interface allows easy “find and retrieve” of potential FOD
Operate in day or night conditions
Operating speed 0-100km/h
Accurate GPS tagging of FODs, <10cm GPS accuracy (when connected to RTX signal)
Non-proprietary data formats; easy conversion to Excel, for GIS mapping or asset management systems
Reprocess data using different parameters without re-surveying
Add cameras and other modules to supplement LFOD data
Meets all recommended FAA FOD inspection areas: runways, taxiways, aprons, aircraft servicing operations, air cargo operations, construction, aircraft maintenance activities (FAA AC: 150-5210-24)
Standard outputs
FOD detection with location and dimensions
Pavement condition such as cracking, ravelling, macrotexture, concrete joints, potholes etc.
Geotagged Pavement images (.JPEG)
Optional Upgrades
Longitudinal profile/Roughness (IRI and BBI in both wheel paths)
Geometry (slope, cross-fall, radius of curvature, super elevation)
LDTM Terrain Mapping .LAS files for CAD