A survey on design and development of an unmanned aerial vehicle (quadcopter)

Abstract

Purpose

In the previous decade, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have turned into a subject of enthusiasm for some exploration associations. UAVs are discovering applications in different regions going from military applications to activity reconnaissance. The purpose of this paper is to overview a particular sort of UAV called quadrotor or quadcopter.

Design/methodology/approach

This paper includes the dynamic models of a quadrotor and the distinctive model-reliant and model-autonomous control systems and their correlation.

Findings

In the present time, focus has moved to outlining autonomous quadrotors. Ultimately, the paper examines the potential applications of quadrotors and their part in multi-operators frameworks.

Originality/value

This investigation deals with the review on various quadrotors, their applications and motion control strategies.

Citation

B B V L, D. and Singh, P. (2016), "A survey on design and development of an unmanned aerial vehicle (quadcopter)", International Journal of Intelligent Unmanned Systems, Vol. 4 No. 2, pp. 70-106. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJIUS-10-2015-0012