Moog Unveils Advanced Defense Technologies at Dubai Airshow 2025
Overview of the ROMDAS System
At the Dubai Airshow 2025, Moog demonstrated its cutting-edge defense technology, specifically the ROMDAS™ (Rapid Object Monitoring and Detection Assessment System). This modular surveying platform is engineered to provide swift and accurate evaluations of surface conditions for both roadways and airfield pavements. Its advanced laser technology allows for high-precision capture of both longitudinal and transverse profiles, functioning effectively under various lighting and weather scenarios.
Core Features and Capabilities
Automatic Crack Detection
- Central to ROMDAS is its automatic crack detection capability.
- It accurately identifies various crack types: longitudinal, transverse, and complex, including previously repaired cracks.
- The system documents important parameters such as width, depth, length, and precise location of each crack.
Rutting Analysis
- ROMDAS performs comprehensive rutting analysis across all lanes, measuring:
- Rut depth
- Rut width
- Section shape
- This analysis ensures a detailed damage mapping, essential for maintenance teams.
Surface Macro-Texture Quantification
- The system quantifies surface macro-texture using key indices:
- Mean Profile Depth (MPD)
- Texture Depth (ETD)
- Sand Patch Method (SCD)
- Mean Texture Depth (MTD)
- It adheres to ASTM and AASHTO standards, which is crucial for regulatory compliance.
Foreign Object Debris Detection
One of the standout functionalities for military applications is the Foreign Object Debris (FOD) module, which can detect objects as small as 5 mm on airfield surfaces. Key attributes include:
- A scanning width of up to 5 meters, enabling coverage of military runways and aprons at operational speeds of 100 km/h.
- A scanning frequency that peaks at 28,000 transverse profiles per second, and a vertical resolution of ±0.1 mm.
Georeferencing and Data Management
All gathered data is georeferenced, which allows maintenance teams to identify defects and debris with surgical accuracy. Noteworthy specifications include:
- Robust environmental protection rating (IP-65).
- Low power consumption.
- Compliance with international laser safety regulations.
- Exported imagery is compatible with various asset management and GIS platforms, facilitating seamless integration into military operations.
Enhancing Operational Safety
When deployed in military contexts, ROMDAS significantly amplifies operational safety by offering real-time FOD detection. This system enables:
- Rapid identification of critical surface defects.
- Proactive maintenance protocols.
- Continuous runway monitoring to minimize incident risks.
ROMDAS contributes positively to aircraft availability and supports the operational efficiency of forward-deployed air units. Its sturdy design and rapid scanning prowess position it as an invaluable asset in defense airfield management, safeguarding vital aircraft and ensuring readiness of military infrastructure.
Integration within Moog’s Digital Solutions
ROMDAS is part of Moog’s broader suite of digital Airfield solutions, which encompasses technologies such as the Tarsier® FOD Radar system and automated bird and drone detection measures. Notably, this suite is already operational within the U.S. Department of Defense.
Moog’s ROMDAS™ system thus represents a transformative solution for military air operations, facilitating effective and proactive runway surveillance while ensuring the highest levels of safety and availability for defense air assets.
