RobotX: development of surface vehicle's flying drone for augmented manipulation

• Main Author: Sng, Adrian Jun Kai
• Other Authors: Xie Ming
• Format: Final Year Project
• Language: English
• Published: Nanyang Technological University 2023
• Subjects: Engineering::Aeronautical engineering
• Online Access: https://hdl.handle.net/10356/172814
• Institution: Nanyang Technological University

This abstract outline the development of a competitive drone designed for the RobotX Challenge 2022. The drone incorporates technologies in perception, navigation, and control systems. Key features include advanced computer vision for obstacle detection and avoidance, precise localization using a fusion of sensors, and an adaptive control algorithm for dynamic maneuverability. The design emphasizes modularity and reliability to meet the rigorous demands of maritime environments. The drone's performance is evaluated through simulation and real-world testing, demonstrating its capabilities in autonomous navigation, object manipulation, and efficient completion of mission tasks. This project contributes to the advancement of autonomous marine robotics, showcasing a robust and versatile drone for participation in the RobotX Challenge. The final section of this reports includes recommendations for future works.