Progress in mini-helicopter tracking with a 3D laser range-finder
| Authors: | Martinez Jorge, University of Malaga, Spain
Pequeno-Boter Alejandro, University of Malaga, Spain
Mandow Anthony, University of Malaga, Spain
García-Cerezo Alfonso, University of Malaga, Spain
Morales Jesus, University of Malaga, Spain |
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| Topic: | 4.3 Robotics |
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| Session: | Unmanned Aerial, Ground and Marine Vehicles |
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| Keywords: | Helicopter control, range finders, target tracking, position estimation, remote control |
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Abstract
This paper approaches detection and tracking of an aero-modelling helicopter with a laser range-finder. The sensing device can complement vision for aerial vehicle control in operations such as landing or taking off from the ground. To this end, a conventional 2D laser scanner has been adapted for 3D operation by means of a motorized base. First experimental results are presented for a small-scale four-rotor remote-controlled helicopter.
