Advances in Aviation Turbulence Research: Key Scientific and Technological Challenges
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Abstract:
Turbulence is recognized as one of the most prevalent phenomena affecting aircraft flight safety, characterized by complex causes and significant research challenges. Domestic and international research progress is systematically reviewed, with a comprehensive assessment conducted on four key aspects: the definition and causes of turbulence, turbulence indices, impacts of turbulence on flight operations, and turbulence detection and forecasting technologies. Although significant achievements have been made in understanding turbulence and enhancing forecasting capabilities, several scientific challenges persist.These include the in-depth exploration of turbulence generation mechanisms, enhanced forecasting of turbulence across spatiotemporal scales, improved detection and perception through multi-source data fusion, and the advancement and application of new technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI). This review is intended to provide valuable insights and essential references for scholars and technical professionals in aviation operations, aircraft design, and aviation meteorology.