Autolanding controller strategies for a fixed wing UAV in adverse atmospheric conditions

Ilkay Yavrucuk, Volkan Kargin

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Abstract

This paper focuses on the problem of autonomous landing of fixed wing UAVs in difficult atmospheric conditions, like crosswind, tail wind, turbulence. Various controller architectures along with landing trajectories are proposed. The experimental UAV developed at the Middle East Technical University is used as a case study. The UAV is modeled and simulation results are presented to demonstrate and compare the effectiveness of the design architectures. Autonomous descent, flare, touch down, crab and decrab maneuvers are performed using the most suitable controller design.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAIAA Guidance, Navigation and Control Conference and Exhibit
StatePublished - 2008
Externally publishedYes
EventAIAA Guidance, Navigation and Control Conference and Exhibit - Honolulu, HI, United States
Duration: 18 Aug 200821 Aug 2008

Publication series

NameAIAA Guidance, Navigation and Control Conference and Exhibit

Conference

ConferenceAIAA Guidance, Navigation and Control Conference and Exhibit
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityHonolulu, HI
Period18/08/0821/08/08

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