Autonomous control of Flapping Wing Vehicles using graphical user interface

Autonomous control of Flapping Wing Vehicles (FWVs) through sophisticated software units is challenging due to its inherent complex motion characteristics. This article emphasize on the development of graphical user interface (GUI) for the control of FWVs to achieve superior maneuverability. A vision based computer control interface is developed for manual as well as autonomous performance of FWVs using Matrix Laboratory (MATLAB). In order to accomplish the real time altitude and yaw control of FMVs, a color detection algorithm is established. Simulation tests are carried out interfacing MATLAB GUI with proteus simulator. The color based control algorithm is tested in our lab environment and proven to be consistent. The proposed control interface serves as an effective solution towards interfacing aerial robots with system software modules.

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