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Design and control of a thrust vectoring UAV
The design and development of a simple thrust-vectoring micro aerial vehicle and its control approach
Keywords: MAV, robotics, thrust-vectoring, control
In this project we aim to extend the capabilities of a drone system by giving it the possibility to vector the direction of its thrust.
In a previous focus project, Voliro (https://www.voliro.ethz.ch/) a system that could rotate its motors to hold any orientation was developed. While highly capable the system was mechanically complex.
This project would explore a similar concept with a simpler system where the focus would be on enabling faster control response rather then decoupling orientation.
In this project we aim to extend the capabilities of a drone system by giving it the possibility to vector the direction of its thrust.
In a previous focus project, Voliro (https://www.voliro.ethz.ch/) a system that could rotate its motors to hold any orientation was developed. While highly capable the system was mechanically complex.
This project would explore a similar concept with a simpler system where the focus would be on enabling faster control response rather then decoupling orientation.
- Familiarize yourself with the current state of the art.
- Design and build a micro aerial vehicle that utilizes novel actuators to enable thrust vectoring.
- Research, implement and test controllers that are able to utilize the additional degrees of freedom the system.
- Familiarize yourself with the current state of the art. - Design and build a micro aerial vehicle that utilizes novel actuators to enable thrust vectoring. - Research, implement and test controllers that are able to utilize the additional degrees of freedom the system.
- This opportunity is only available to ETH masters students.
- Knowledge of C++ is mandatory.
- Knowledge of Control systems.
- Knowledge of ROS is recommended.
- Previous experience working with and programming microcontrollers is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of soldering and CAD software is recommended.
- Have a hands-on-attitude to work with real research robots.
- Strong self-motivation and critical mind.
- Students from outside of D-MAVT (particularly, from D-INFK, D-ITET, D-PHYS, and D-MATH) are also highly encouraged to apply.
- This opportunity is only available to ETH masters students. - Knowledge of C++ is mandatory. - Knowledge of Control systems. - Knowledge of ROS is recommended. - Previous experience working with and programming microcontrollers is a plus. - Basic knowledge of soldering and CAD software is recommended. - Have a hands-on-attitude to work with real research robots. - Strong self-motivation and critical mind. - Students from outside of D-MAVT (particularly, from D-INFK, D-ITET, D-PHYS, and D-MATH) are also highly encouraged to apply.
If you are interested, please send your transcripts and CV to Zachary Taylor (ztaylor@ethz.ch).
If you are interested, please send your transcripts and CV to Zachary Taylor (ztaylor@ethz.ch).