Unmanned Aerial Systems

Course objective

To provide the fundamental principles of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) development, research and applications, with a focus on airframe optimization, flight control, autonomy and navigation, and sensor-based feedback to improve UAV performance and pilot effectiveness.

Syllabus at a glance

1. 1Introduction
2. 2UAV Co-ordinate System, Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics
3. 3Fixed-Wing UAV Design Principles
4. 4Quadrotor UAV Design Principles
5. 5UAV Avionics and Sensors
6. 6Autonomous Navigation and Control Systems
7. 7UAV Applications and Regulations