Mugin 3m uav

3.5 Tech analysis

The paper must be at minimum one page, but no more than two pages in length (full pages of text), excluding the title, abstract and reference pages or images (images, if used, should be placed in an appendix, and do not count toward the paper length). Current APA rules apply.

In this module, you will develop and submit a paper demonstrating an understanding of system interoperability, dependencies, and considerations by researching and selecting one component (autopilot) for an autonomous system for a UAV. As outlined in the UAV Challenge Outback Rescue Rules, our UAV must accomplish a two-fold mission (find a lost hiker, and deliver a rescue package).

Using the criteria found in the UAV Challenge (Links to an external site.) (https://canberrauav.readthedocs.io/en/latest/_downloads/UAVCRulesSearchAndRescue2014v1_4.pdf ) rules, research and select an Autonomy System (autopilot only) for our existing system described below to accomplish the task as described in Section 3.2.1 (3.2.1.1 thru 3.2.1.4) in the UAV Challenge rules. Your research and selection will provide an autopilot you feel would best accomplish the two-fold mission of autonomously searching for, and delivering a rescue package to Outback Joe. You must stay within a $2,000 budget, size, compatibility and weight limitations for your Type 1 and Type 2 autopilot selection as described in the challenge rules. Your paper must describe the autopilot components you selected, describing why you made the selections, the cost, and how the system will be integrated into our existing UAS to accomplish the two-fold mission.

Note: Only select an “autopilot” for our system that will accomplish the autonomous requirements for our UAS system provided below.

This is our UAV minus the autonomy system (Autopilot):

· Platform: Mugin 3M V Tail

· Ground Control: ASUS G750JX

· Flight Controller: Spektrum DX9 (2.4 GHz) for manual flying

· GPS: 3DR GPS & UBLOX

· Communications Datalink:

· 915 MHZ via 3DR Radio Set

· 5.8 GHz via 3DR Transmitter

· Onboard Processor: BeagleBone Black

· Payload: Candy Dropper & Vapur Waterbottle

· Electro-Optical: 2x GoPro Hero 3 & Tarot Gimbal

A good source (but not the only source) of system and component descriptions, availability and compatibility is Horizon Hobby

https://www.horizonhobby.com/

Technical-Operational Analysis Rubric

Problem/Issue

Comprehensively identifies and isolates one specific problem or issue that may be specifically assigned. Identifies factors contributing to the problem with accurate details. Substantiates problem statement with external source(s) as applicable.

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSystems Characteristics

These are characteristics that will be necessary for success. These can be hardware/software, or operational systems.

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConcept

Briefly address intended goals for prescribed elements from a technical and/or operational perspective.

Support Requirements

Identify requisite and/or applicable support information that pertains to the specific technical or operational aspect assigned.

Recommendation

A somewhat realistic approach to resolving the problem should be provided. Reason is provided. An advantage and disadvantage should be present. Outcome of implementation is positive. A decision could possibly be made based upon the information provided.