Real Time Autonomous Surveillance using Multiple Drones

    Existing video surveillance systems commonly utilize a singular Remotely Piloted Aircraft unit deeming it ineffective and risk-worthy in case it?s compromised. In this project, we will utilize optimal automation and swarming techniques for Real-Time Flight surveillance, and drone deplo

Project Title

Real Time Autonomous Surveillance using Multiple Drones

Project Area of Specialization

Robotics

Project Summary

Abstract:

    An autonomous swarm of UAVs would be developed for surveillance-related tasks. Real-time flight and video information would be received at the ground station.

What is the unmet need in society that your idea will fulfill?

    As surveillance 24/7 is a difficult job and contains chances of error in case of any negligence. This technology will guarantee efficient continuous video surveillance, with fully scripted missions, reducing manpower and resources used.

Who needs it? How many would benefit?

   From a commercial perspective, this project can be used for recreation purposes, photography, videography, security, product deliveries, crisis management, land survey, topography mapping, etc.

How will the solution works

    Four quadcopters would be assembled and controlled via telemetry from a ground station. Cameras transmitting live video would communicate over a separate channel. These quadcopters would autonomously fly to preplanned waypoints and real-time flight information would be available at the ground station. The flight controller would implement suitable swarming algorithms for the desired task. Such as scheduled formation flight plans for border surveillance with landing points for recharging.

Who are your competitors? How is your solution different

    Existing video surveillance systems commonly utilize a singular Remotely Piloted Aircraft unit deeming it ineffective and risk-worthy in case it’s compromised. In this project, we will utilize optimal automation and swarming techniques for Real-Time Flight surveillance, and drone deployment.

Project Objectives

Expected Deliverables
The Expected Deliverables of the project are as follows:
• Assembly and configuration of a pair of quad-copters
• Achieving autonomous flight
• Establishment of a communication link among quad-copters and GCS
• Demonstration of formation flight of quad-copters
• Live video surveillance

Additional Deliverables
The Additional Deliverables would be as follows:
• Assembly and swarming of a set of four quad-copters
• Interfacing with VR headset

Project Implementation Method

Project Approach
The project would be divided into five phases listed below.
• Selecting the required components for the project
• Assembly and configuration of quad-copters
• Running a single autonomous flight
• Formation flights of multiple drones with the surveillance system
• Testing, debugging

Benefits of the Project

This project focuses on the surveillance perspective of drone swarms. Suitable swarming techniques can be employed according to the mission, for perimeter surveillance and reconnaissance, etc. 

A variety of payloads can be attached to the drone for different missions. Drone swarms can be equipped with EW, weaponized, or even act as decoys. The possibilities are endless.

The main utilization of surveillance drones is in security, be it for houses, factories, or even at the government level for whole cities, like Islamabad.

The retail and food industries, especially the likes of online stores and food delivery businesses, such as foodpanda, are huge potential buyers for delivery drones as well. Besides food, the heath-care sector can also benefit immensely from this project. Medicine and even critical surgery deliveries can be expedited enormously, a life-saver in many cases. Special boxes can be attached to the current system for carrying the payload.

These drones are beneficial to the mining and oil industries as well. Special mapping equipment can be attached to drones to explore the vast planes of Balochistan for oil, gas, or mineral discovery, reducing capital and manpower immensely.

Technical Details of Final Deliverable

In this project, four customized quad-copters will be fabricated for surveillance in a swarm of multiple units. Each drone will be equipped with a video camera with real-time video transmission. The video from each drone will be monitored at a central command and control station. Each drone will be programmed to do the surveillance task in a predefined zone. These drones will take off from a predefined place, perform the surveillance task of their specific zones and land back. The timing interval will be defined in such a way that both drones will keep on performing their assigned tasks autonomously. Human intervention will only be required once their batteries are required to be replaced. Since these drones will be landing back at a specified location, therefore, the battery replacement will be undertaken by one person trained for this job. Rest all operations of the drones will be autonomous.

Final Deliverable of the Project

Hardware System

Core Industry

Security

Other Industries

IT , Medical , Agriculture , Transportation , Media , Others

Core Technology

Robotics

Other Technologies

Artificial Intelligence(AI), Internet of Things (IoT), 3D/4D Printing, Others, Clean Tech

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-Being for People, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, Sustainable Cities and Communities, Responsible Consumption and Production, Life on Land

Required Resources

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