1. Node-Based Range Extending Recon Drone
Team 27
Michael Lally - mlally2 Thomas Korenchan - kornchn2 Dhruv Diddi - diddi2

2. Table of Contents
Problem Statement
Solution
Intended Design

3. Problem Statement Drone use in rescue operations is increasing
Benefits of drones:
Move faster than humans
Can reach otherwise unreachable areas
Can fly
Can fit through small spaces
Disposable and replaceable
Can take more risks
Can survive hazardous environments

4. Problem Statement (cont.)
Current disadvantages of drones:
Drones are limited by their ability to receive commands
Fully autonomous rescue drones aren’t viable yet
Requires a human operator
Limited areas
Building interiors
Sewers
Caves & caverns
Rubble
After 9/11, rescue robots were tested at Ground Zero
Limited by 100 ft tether for direct connection

5. Solution Network access to the drones can be extended
Routing nodes could be set up in key nexus points for rescue and event reporting
Better connected drones can perform higher bandwidth tasks e.g. video streaming, process complex maneuvers

6. Intended Design
Physical Controller with XBee Radio module receiver/transmitter
Vehicle segment
XBee Radio module
Processing Control Unit
Motor/Wheel Control
Power supply circuitry
Vehicle design applies to other two segments
ZigBee Com protocol

7. Questions?
ZigBee Com protocol