Precision Flight Operations Near Underway Surface Vessels
Abstract
We propose to assess through analysis, simulation, and flight verification activities how a small UAS might autonomously operate in close proximity to a moving platform and/or place or remove loads, and how practical this will be in the future. In particular, this proposed effort addresses challenges associated with achieving the necessary position relative to a moving ship at sea, in potentially poor weather, night/day, and with no direct aid required from the ship. Our trade space will include not only sensor and airframe metrics, but also options of utilizing an arm coming off of the aircraft, an articulated arm, and the use of a tethered sub-vehicle to achieve the desired objectives.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Aug 12, 2016
- Source ID
- N000141612595
Entities
People
- Eric G. Johnson
Organizations
- Georgia Tech Research Corporation
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy