Flight Control Design for Next-generation Quadcopter

Flight Control Design for Next-generation Quadcopter

MGT powered drones

We are considering new actuation and power delivery approaches to quadcopters. In this project we explore the control laws for a quadcopter equiped with a micro-gas turbine that can be used for power delivery and thrust. The first phase of the project is to design stabilizing controllers, with the goal of building a quad with an MGT. The project is in collaboration with the Turbomachinery and Heat Transfer Laboratory .

Prerequisites:

  • control theory
  • Matlab and simulink
  • quadcopter experience a plus

Academic supervisor:

  • Prof. Daniel Zelazo mail

Duration: 1 or 2 semesters.