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Autopilot Programming And Operations Within An Unmanned Aerial Systems Course, Brian Kozak

ASEE IL-IN Section Conference

Students majoring in unmanned aerial systems (UAS), commonly known as drones, are expected to have a diverse background of hands-on and theoretical skills. Since the UAS industry is rapidly growing at approximately 30% per year, quality graduates are in high demand. A junior level course on autonomous aerial vehicles has been created to provide this blend of these essential skills required by the UAS industry. Concepts related to navigation, control, regulations, guidance, airspace, and autopilot programming are introduced during the twice weekly, one-hour lecture. These topics are reinforced during a once weekly, two-hour laboratory where students in groups of two …