Autopilots for Small Fixed-Wing Small Unmanned Air Vehicles: A Survey
Document Type
Conference Paper
Journal/Book Title/Conference
2007 International Conference on Mechatronics and Automation
Publisher
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Location
Harbin, China
Publication Date
8-2007
Abstract
This paper presents a survey of the autopilot systems for small fixed-wing unmanned air vehicles (UAVs). The UAV flight control basics are introduced first. The radio control system and autopilot control system are then explained from both hardware and software viewpoints. Several typical commercial off-the-shelf autopilot packages are compared in detail. In addition, some research autopilot systems are introduced. Finally, conclusions are made with a summary of the current autopilot market and a remark on the future development.This paper presents a survey of the autopilot systems for small fixed-wing unmanned air vehicles (UAVs). The UAV flight control basics are introduced first. The radio control system and autopilot control system are then explained from both hardware and software viewpoints. Several typical commercial off-the-shelf autopilot packages are compared in detail. In addition, some research autopilot systems are introduced. Finally, conclusions are made with a summary of the current autopilot market and a remark on the future development.
Recommended Citation
Chao, HaiYang; Cao, Yongcan; and Chen, YangQuan, "Autopilots for Small Fixed-Wing Small Unmanned Air Vehicles: A Survey" (2007). AggieAir Presentations. Paper 1.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/aggieair_pres/1