Simulations and Flight Test of AR. Drone Quadrotor using Lab VIEW

Abstract

Quadrotors are unmanned aerial vehicles capable of vertical takeoff, hovering, and landing. The quadrotor is distinguished by its small size, flexibility, and maneuverability. The small sensors and actuators used in these systems are effective enough in comparison with the larger systems. Quadrotor dynamic modeling was derived using the Newton-Euler formalization including aerodynamic effects. Also, a dynamic model has been identified that accurately describes the behavior of the quadrotor and can be applied to comparable configurations of multiengine aerial vehicles. The dynamic model and controllers (where used PID controller) established on the quadrotor. That are considered to be a trustworthy foundation for further complex applications. as well, this article outlines the technique of identifying and controlling a Parrot AR. Drone in a closed loop. The goal of the research is to establish position control movement of quadrotor (AR. Drone) by using the program LabVIEW. Here, the quadrotor will be controlled in two ways by using the joystick and the use of the keyboard. AR. Drone has been shaped in the hover path. The simulation results showed the correct path tracking and the success of the proposed controller unit by using MATLAB/SIMULINK. While the laboratory results showed the efficiency of using the LabView program in controlling this type of quadrotor.