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Sturgeon Tracking Drone. Objective Convert a model airplane to a UAV trainer Use the UAV trainer to simulate tracking of sturgeon. Methodology. Selected easy to build and fly model airframe for quick turnaround time. While building, training was done through simulation.
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Sturgeon Tracking Drone • Objective • Convert a model airplane to a UAV trainer • Use the UAV trainer to simulate tracking of sturgeon
Methodology • Selected easy to build and fly model airframe for quick turnaround time. • While building, training was done through simulation. • Modifications made to model airframe to fit necessary hardware. • Hardware in the loop simulations to simulate hardware before flight, and modify software parameters. • Actual autonomous flight with radio beacon.
Results & What’s Next • Conclusively showed it was possible to track sturgeon through use of a drone. • Need to use the standard sturgeon tracking radio. However, it’s 5 lbs. • Construction and testing of new drone underway with much larger wingspan.