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Dynamic Pattern Development for UAV Navigation Support

Authors:
Florian Segor
Igor Tchouchenkov
Sebastian Friedrich
Anna Nehaichik
Chen-Ko Sung

Keywords: automatic UAV guidance; pattern projector; pattern detection; visual communication; civil rescue forces

Abstract:
Electrically operated Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) systems are used for aerial situation awareness and reconnaissance for civil security because they can be controlled easily on account of the simple handling and the good maneuverability even during applications in urban areas. The applications of such systems for rescue purposes strongly increase and, therefore, the need for professional support systems arises steadily. Takeoffs of a VTOL UAV system and in particular the landing have no meaning for the quality of a reconnaissance operation, but require the undivided attention of the operator. To automate takeoff and landing, the concept of a dynamic ground pattern for position correction and communication is suggested. The developed procedure is drafted and the advancement of the basic pattern projecting technology to two different working prototypes is described. The suitability of the prototypes is examined and reviewed. Main focus, in this occasion, is on the comparison of the different pattern projecting technologies to provide a statement about their strengths and weaknesses.

Pages: 258 to 266

Copyright: Copyright (c) to authors, 2014. Used with permission.

Publication date: December 30, 2014

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ISSN: 1942-261x