Surveillance Drone

 Surveillance Drone

Drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are aircraft that are controlled either remotely or autonomously. They are becoming increasingly popular for a variety of applications, including surveillance. Surveillance drones are equipped with a variety of sensors, including cameras, thermal imaging sensors, and radar. These sensors allow drones to collect data from a wide area, both day and night. This data can be used to monitor for a variety of threats, such as illegal activity, natural disasters, and traffic congestion. Surveillance drones have a number of advantages over traditional methods of surveillance. They are more cost-effective than helicopters, and they can fly for longer periods of time. They are also less intrusive than ground-based surveillance systems, and they can be deployed more quickly.

Working:-

The working principle of a drone involves several components working together to achieve flight and carry out the intended task. The basic components of a drone include the frame, motors, propellers, flight controller, power source and payload. When the power source is turned on, it supplies electricity to the motors, which start spinning the propellers. The propellers generate lift, which enables the drone to take off and hover in the air. The flight controller uses sensors such as accelerometers and gyroscopes to measure the drone's orientation and movement, and adjusts the speed of the motors to maintain stable flight. The drone can be controlled remotely using a remote control or through autonomous flight using pre-programmed instructions. The remote control sends signals to the drone's flight controller, which interprets the signals and adjusts the drone's movement accordingly. The payload of the drone varies depending on the intended task. For surveillance and inspection applications, the drone may be equipped with a high-resolution camera, sensors, or other specialized equipment. The drone can capture images or video footage of the target area, which can be transmitted in real-time to the operator on the ground. In summary, the working principle of a drone involves using the frame, motors, propellers, flight controller, power source, and payload to achieve flight and carry out the intended task, whether it be surveillance, inspection, or other applications.

Software Simulation:-

The Naza-M V2 Assistant software is a software program designed to work with the DJI Naza-M V2 flight controller. It allows users to configure and calibrate various settings of the flight controller, such as the control mode, GPS, and motor parameters. Some of the features of the Naza-M V2 Assistant software include: 

•  Configuration: Users can configure the control mode, GPS, and motor parameters to optimize the performance of the drone.
•  Firmware update: The software allows users to update the firmware of the NazaM V2 flight controller to the latest version. 
•  Calibration: The Naza-M V2 Assistant software includes a calibration feature that allows users to calibrate the compass, accelerometer, and gyro of the flight controller. 
•  Assistant mode: The assistant mode feature allows users to connect their drone to a computer and control it using the Naza-M V2 Assistant software. The Naza-M V2 Assistant software is a dedicated configuration and control software developed by DJI for the Naza-M V2 flight controller. It provides a user-friendly interface the allows users to customize and fine-tune various settings of their Naza-M V2-equipped drones. Here are some key features and functionalities of Naza-M V2 Assistant software.  Flight parameters Adjustment 

 Sensor calibration 

 Flight mode configuration 

 Motor control & ESC configuration 

 Intelligent Navigation Features 

 Firmware updates 

 Real-time flight monitoring 

The Naza-M V2 assistant software serves as a powerful tool for drone pilots and operators to configure & operators to configure and optimize their Naza-M V2-equipped drones accorfing to their specific needs.

fig:- NAZA Controller Simulation

Circuit Diagram:-

In this diagram, thin red, orange and black wires signify +6V, Signal and GND respectively. Thick red and black connections are 11V and GND line. We have used Glass fiber frame to minimize cost. A plastic made landing gear is used to land the machine softly and spread the landing force over the body. Four brushless motors are mounted on the top of the frame. Middle part of the body contains all the payloads (ESC, Controller, RF receiver, battery and Camera module).

 

Hardware Required:-

1. Brushless DC Motor
2. NAZA Flight Controller
3. ECS (Electronic Speed Controller)
4. LI-PO Battery
5. Landing Gear
6. Fly Sky 6 channel radio transmitter and receiver
7. Raspberry Pi Zero
8. Raspberry Pi Camera Module

Fig:- IP-Webcam Live Footage