Abstract: Systems and methods for automated communication with Air Traffic Control. The system comprises a processor and memory. The memory stores instructions to execute a method. The method includes receiving audio communication input from an air traffic controller (ATC). The audio communication input is then converted into text input. Next, an aircraft keyword is detected in the text input. The text input is then parsed and one or more data structures are generated from the parsed input. In some examples, the one or more data structures includes command data for controlling the aircraft. Next, the command data in the one or more data structures is verified. The one or more data structures are then transmitted to an onboard flight computer of the aircraft. Last, the one or more data structures are stored in a conversation memory.

Abstract: Systems and methods for automated communication with Air Traffic Control. The system comprises a processor and memory. The memory stores instructions to execute a method. The method includes receiving audio communication input from an air traffic controller (ATC). The audio communication input is then converted into text input. Next, an aircraft keyword is detected in the text input. The text input is then parsed and one or more data structures are generated from the parsed input. In some examples, the one or more data structures includes command data for controlling the aircraft. Next, the command data in the one or more data structures is verified. The one or more data structures are then transmitted to an onboard flight computer of the aircraft. Last, the one or more data structures are stored in a conversation memory.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for troubleshooting a plurality of photosensors in a machine, such as a mail sorter and mail inserter. The troubleshooting procedure is carried out by a software program. As each photosensor comprises a photo-detector and an associated light emitter for illuminating the photo-detector, the test is based on the output voltage of the photo-detector in response to a current value on the light emitter. Based on the two or more current values set to the light emitter and the corresponding measured output voltage values, the software program determines whether the photosensor is functional. If the photosensor is not functional, possible causes and suggested remedies are provided to the operator of the machine.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for troubleshooting a plurality of photosensors in a machine, such as a mail sorter and mail inserter. The troubleshooting procedure is carried out by a software program. As each photosensor comprises a photo-detector and an associated light emitter for illuminating the photo-detector, the test is based on the output voltage of the photo-detector in response to a current value on the light emitter. Based on the two or more current values set to the light emitter and the corresponding measured output voltage values, the software program determines whether the photosensor is functional. If the photosensor is not functional, possible causes and suggested remedies are provided to the operator of the machine.

Abstract: A method for reconstructing an image from imaging data using an imaging system configured to accept input from an imaging system operator. The method includes steps of generating a first model from the imaging data; accepting as input an operator-specified region of interest based on the first model; and generating a second model from the imaging data based on the specified region of interest. This method simplifies entry of parameters for retrospective image reconstruction by using the operator-entered region of interest as input for automated parameter selection.