1. 10/18/16 Autonomous Battery Charging of Quadcopter
Accomplishments/Status.
Developed a software procedure using ROS (Robot Operating System) and Python. This procedure is how we plan to fly the drone autonomous and detect objects.
(Note: This was procedure was simulated in a Virtual Environment only (using ROS))
Upcoming Milestones
Oral Presentation
Code structure - will briefly describe the logic behind each step
Plan Forward
Apply software that was tested on the virtual simulation to a field test with the AR Drone. We will be testing for:
Commands – Are the commands working the same way? Any inconsistencies?
Communications – Is the Drone responding? Are there any Delays?
Sensors – Are the sensors working as expected? Will we need to purchase any replacement components?
Oral Presentation Preparation
Issues:
Will Image Processing always be able to locate a charging station? Other methods of locating the charging station besides image processing may be needed.
GPS
Light Detection
Acoustic Sensor
A larger battery may be worth investing in. Estimates of 8-12 minutes increase to 30 minutes with the larger 2000 mA model of the parrot AR drone battery. ~ $40