Overview
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, have gained immense popularity across various sectors including agriculture, society, defense, military, and marine applications. Equipped with advanced payloads and sensors, UAVs are now capable of tasks such as transporting medical kits. The evolving drone technology has embraced machine learning and artificial intelligence, enabling precise mapping, reconnaissance, and border surveillance.
This course delves into the fundamental design aspects of UAVs, focusing on both flapping and rotary wing types, alongside their performance characteristics. Through illuminating case studies, participants will explore the diverse engineering applications of UAVs. Real-life deployments illustrate UAV uses in inspecting bridges, heritage sites, remote water bodies, environmental monitoring, and 3D mapping using SWARM technology.
Additionally, the course covers crucial topics such as the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) rules, regulations, innovative payloads, and the future potential of UAVs in engineering fields. Gain valuable insights into the practical deployment and evolving landscape of UAV technology with this insightful module.
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