Control de vuelo estacionario de un dron cautivo con estación de energía híbrida

Abstract

Despite the growing popularity of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in areas such as inspection, agriculture and surveillance, their autonomy is often limited by power constraints. An emerging solution is the captive drone or tUAV, which receives power and data from a ground source via a cable. This approach not only solves the energy challenge, but also offers opportunities in monitoring and control. This study presents a drone specifically designed to fly stably in challenging conditions, using advanced control algorithms and a ground station that supplies continuous power, thus extending its flight autonomy. The proposed methodology presents an iterative and structured approach for the development and optimization of drones and ground stations. The process starts with a literature review and requirements definition, followed by a prototyping phase that includes drone design, development of control algorithms and construction of a ground station prototype. Tests and evaluations are conducted under various conditions to assess the performance, energy efficiency and adaptability of the drone. Based on the results, an optimization and refinement phase are carried out to improve all systems. Finally, the entire process, findings and results are documented and presented. This methodology ensures a systematic and evidence-based development, allowing for adaptations and improvements based on emerging challenges and needs.