Simulation-based evaluation of indoor positioning systems in connected aircraft cabins

Abstract

With regard to the demanding aircraft cabin environment, this paper delves into the rising use of location-aware radio communication systems to streamline operational processes. We propose a hybrid deterministic and stochastic simulation approach, incorporating model-based ray-tracing and empirical residual simulation. The methodology presented allows for the evaluation of localization methods based on geometric relations, serving as both a data generation and validation tool. We elaborate how different radio properties and propagation phenomena influence these geometric relations and the localization process. This paper includes a publicly available dataset derived from the simulation approach, facilitating transparency and further analysis in the field of aircraft cabin radio localization systems.