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Corcau, Jenica-Ileana, Liviu Dinca, Andra-Adelina Cucu, and Dmitrii Condrea. "Drone Electric Propulsion System with Hybrid Power Source." Drones 9, no. 4 (2025): 301. https://doi.org/10.3390/drones9040301.

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Unmanned aerial vehicles, known today as drones, in the beginning, were small-dimension research models powered by small electric motors fed from electrical batteries. The propulsion system for these drones had to be adapted to the specific applications along their development. Electric and hybrid-electric propulsion drones represent a rapidly developing field in the aerospace industry. Electric drones are those with purely electric propulsion fed from batteries, while hybrid-electric ones have a hybrid propulsion system combining a thermal engine and an electric motor. Another class of hybrid

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Jarrah, Khaled, Yazen Alali, Alyssa Lalko, and Osamah Rawashdeh. "Flight Time Optimization and Modeling of a Hybrid Gasoline–Electric Multirotor Drone: An Experimental Study." Aerospace 9, no. 12 (2022): 799. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/aerospace9120799.

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Drones have evolved rapidly over the decades, but the limited flight time inhibits multirotor drones from performing long-duration tasks. Batteries that power drones are considered an inadequate power source due to their low energy density. As gasoline is an energy-dense source, combining an electric propulsion system with gasoline engines should be considered. This paper proposes a novel hybrid multirotor drone design using two gasoline engines to provide the majority of the lift force and four electric motors to stabilize the drone. These propulsion systems have been characterized and optimi

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Aboelezz, Ahmed, David Wetz, Jane Lehr, Pedram Roghanchi, and Mostafa Hassanalian. "Intrinsically Safe Drone Propulsion System for Underground Coal Mining Applications: Computational and Experimental Studies." Drones 7, no. 1 (2023): 44. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/drones7010044.

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The mining industry has recently shown increased interest in drones for routine activities in underground and surface mines. Designing a drone for coal mines is extremely complicated since the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has tight guidelines for any equipment that can be used in underground coal mines. Due to these criteria, designing a drone for underground coal mining is exceedingly difficult. This paper explores the challenges of creating an intrinsically safe drone propulsion system. To address the challenges of designing an intrinsically safe drone’s propulsion system for

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Fu, Yuxuan, Zihao Chen, Enming Liu, and YuFan Cao. "BLDC Motors: Optimal Propulsion for Multirotor Drones." Applied and Computational Engineering 168, no. 1 (2025): None. https://doi.org/10.54254/2755-2721/2025.24799.

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Nowadays, drone technology is advancing, particularly in fields like agriculture and power inspection, and this has made efficient propulsion systems increasingly necessary. In the creation of multirotor drones, brushless current (BLDC) motors have become a crucial technology due to their numerous advantages over other types of motors, including stepping motors, permanent magnet-type synchronous motors, induction motors, and brush direct current motors. This paper analyzes BLDC motors' suitability for multirotor drones, describing their design and advantages. Because of its contactless design

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Krishna, Jithin, NV Chidvilas, G Dinesh Kumar, and K Arulmozhi. "Investigating Propellers for Drone Applications: Analyzing Varied Designs and Characteristics." Acceleron Aerospace Journal 3, no. 1 (2024): 405–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.61359/11.2106-2434.

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The importance of drones has evidently increased in various aspects of daily life, such as defense, agriculture, disaster management, and more. Drone propellers are crucial for generating the lift and propulsion necessary for steady flight. Efficient propeller design is critical for maximizing flight time and maneuverability in drones. We are currently investigating the impact of different propeller designs on drone performance. Our research focuses on optimizing propeller characteristics to ensure optimal propulsion and overall functionality. By testing three airfoil designs and systematicall

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Xia, Zewei, Yulong Ying, Heli Li, et al. "Optimization of Plasma-Propelled Drone Performance Parameters." Aerospace 11, no. 8 (2024): 667. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/aerospace11080667.

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Recently, the world’s first plasma-propelled drone was successfully flown, demonstrating that plasma propulsion technology is suitable for drone flight. The research on plasma propulsion drones has sparked a surge of interest. This study utilized a proxy model and the NSGA-II multi-objective genetic algorithm to optimize the geometric parameters based on staggered thrusters that affect the performance of electroaerodynamics (EAD) thrusters used for solid-state plasma aircraft. This can help address key issues, such as the thrust density and the thrust-to-power ratio of solid-state plasma aircr

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Akhdan Fadhil, Muhammad, Romie Oktovianus Bura, Gita Amperiawan, and Sovian Aritonang. "TECHNOLOGY OF PROPULSION SYSTEM FOR UNMANNED COMBAT AERIAL VEHICLE (UCAV) – A REVIEW." International Journal of Education and Social Science Research 05, no. 03 (2022): 88–107. http://dx.doi.org/10.37500/ijessr.2022.5306.

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Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV) is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that is used for intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance and carries aircraft ordnance such as missiles, ATGMs, and/or bombs in hardpoints for drone strikes. These drones are usually under realtime human control, with varying levels of autonomy. Unlike unmanned surveillance and reconnaissance aerial vehicles, UCAVs are used for both drone strikes and battlefield intelligence. Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV) propulsion technology is significantly related to the flight performance of UCAVs,

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Rushikesh, Patil. "Design of power supply and EHD system for ion-propulsion drone." BOHR International Journal of Engineering 1, no. 1 (2022): 33–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.54646/bije.2022.07.

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An initial preparation stage for the design of an ion-propulsion drone with no moving parts is presented in this study. Ion-propulsion drone technology is still not significantly mature; however, the technology has the potential to bring about evolution in the drone and aerospace industries. An essential part of the system is to generatea high-voltage (HV) DC power supply in order to propel the drone. This study presents the design of a power supply circuit to generate a HV DC supply system along with the design of electrohydrodynamics is presented in this study.

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Rushikesh, Patil, Pulkit Jain, and Harjot Singh Gill. "Design and optimization of ion propulsion drone." BOHR International Journal of Material Sciences and Engineering 1, no. 1 (2023): 25–31. http://dx.doi.org/10.54646/bjmse.2023.05.

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Electric propulsion technology is widely used in many kinds of vehicles in recent years, and aircrafts are noexception. Technically, UAVs are electrically propelled but tend to produce a significant amount of noise andvibrations. Ion propulsion technology for drones is a potential solution to this problem. Ion propulsion technologyis proven to be feasible in the earth’s atmosphere. The study presented in this article shows the design of EHDthrusters and power supply for ion propulsion drones along with performance optimization of high-voltage powersupply for endurance in earth’s atmosphere.

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Rushikesh, Patil, Pulkit Jain, and Harjot Sing Gill. "Design and optimization of ion propulsion drone." BOHR International Journal of Material Sciences and Engineering 1, no. 1 (2023): 25–31. http://dx.doi.org/10.54646/bijmse.2023.05.

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Electric propulsion technology is widely used in many kinds of vehicles in recent years, and aircrafts are no exception. Technically, UAVs are electrically propelled but tend to produce a significant amount of noise and vibrations. Ion propulsion technology for drones is a potential solution to this problem. Ion propulsion technology is proven to be feasible in the earth’s atmosphere. The study presented in this article shows the design of EHD thrusters and power supply for ion propulsion drones along with performance optimization of high-voltage power supply for endurance in earth’s atmospher

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Rushikesh, Patil. "Design of Power Supply and EHD System for Ion-Propulsion Drone." BOHR International Journal of Engineering 1, no. 1 (2022): 35–38. http://dx.doi.org/10.54646/bije.007.

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An initial preparation stage for the design of an ion-propulsion drone with no moving parts is presented in this study. Ion-propulsion drone technology is still not significantly mature; however, the technology has the potential to bring about evolution in the drone and aerospace industries. An essential part of the system is to generate a high-voltage (HV) DC power supply in order to propel the drone. This study presents the design of a power supply circuit to generate a HV DC supply system along with the design of electrohydrodynamics is presented in this study.

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Muda, Nur Rachman Supadmana, and Mochammad Alif Wellyanto. "Hybrid Propulsion Composition 2080 Technology as a Kamikaze Drone Power System Using Fire and Forget Simulation System." CENDEKIA : Jurnal Penelitian dan Pengkajian Ilmiah 2, no. 5 (2025): 802–16. https://doi.org/10.62335/cendekia.v2i5.1286.

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This study aims to examine the implementation of a hybrid propulsion system with a fuel composition of 20% solid and 80% liquid as the main power source in kamikaze drones with a remote control system as far as 280 km. Hybrid propulsion systems were chosen because they combine the advantages of a solid propulsion system that has a fast reaction time and a liquid propulsion system that provides better thrust control. In this study, the drone was designed using the fire and forget system method, which is an autonomous control system that does not require advanced control after launch. This metho

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LEOPA, Adrian. "Regarding the Use of Finite Element Modeling for Propulsion System Sizing in V.T.O.L. Drones." Annals of “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati. Fascicle IX, Metallurgy and Materials Science 46, no. 3 (2023): 15–19. http://dx.doi.org/10.35219/mms.2023.3.02.

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At the moment, VTOL drones have proven their efficiency in several areas, for this reason, they have become indispensable tools for a large category of applications. This paper presents aspects related to the dimensioning stage of the propulsion system of a drone based on finite element modeling, to establish the traction force necessary to ensure sustentation.

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Kraev, V. M., and A. I. Tikhonov. "Drone Propulsion System for Arctic Use." Russian Engineering Research 43, no. 2 (2023): 211–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.3103/s1068798x23030176.

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Kumar, Ashish, Sugjoon Yoon, and V. R. Sanal Kumar. "Mixed Reality Simulation of High-Endurance Unmanned Aerial Vehicle with Dual-Head Electromagnetic Propulsion Devices for Earth and Other Planetary Explorations." Applied Sciences 10, no. 11 (2020): 3736. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/app10113736.

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One of the major limitations of existing unmanned aerial vehicles is limited flight endurance. In this study, we designed an innovative uninterrupted electromagnetic propulsion device for high-endurance missions of a quadcopter drone for the lucrative exploration of earth and other planets with atmospheres. As an airborne platform, this device could achieve scientific objectives better than state-of-the-art revolving spacecraft and walking robots, without any terrain limitation. We developed a mixed reality simulation based on a quadcopter drone and an X-Plane flight simulator. A computer with

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Dr. M. Subramanian, Sanjay S, Sanjay Kumar K, Mr. Venkatesh N, and Krithicksurya. "Investigate The Perform of Toroidal Propellers Using Wind Tunnel." International Research Journal on Advanced Engineering Hub (IRJAEH) 2, no. 04 (2024): 1071–74. http://dx.doi.org/10.47392/irjaeh.2024.0148.

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This study explores the application of toroidal propellers in drone technology through comprehensive wind tunnel testing. The rising demand for efficient and environmentally friendly propulsion systems has spurred interest in novel designs, such as toroidal propellers. Characterized by unique torus-shaped blades, these propellers represent an innovative approach to drone propulsion. The research employs a scaled-down model to conduct a meticulous wind tunnel experiment, replicating real-world conditions. The primary objective is to investigate the aerodynamic performance of toroidal propellers

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Amici, Cinzia, Federico Ceresoli, Marco Pasetti, Matteo Saponi, Monica Tiboni, and Simone Zanoni. "Review of Propulsion System Design Strategies for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles." Applied Sciences 11, no. 11 (2021): 5209. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/app11115209.

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The design of the propulsion system for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) demands an inclusive multidisciplinary approach from the earliest design phases, since every design choice strictly affects and is affected by the overall working conditions. This paper presents a review of the scientific literature focused on the design methods applied in defining and sizing the propulsion system of drones. The analysis, performed with a systematic approach, evaluated 123 papers according to two custom classification taxonomies, which investigated respectively the primary aim and specific content of the w

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Popișter, Florin, Horea Ștefan Goia, Paul Ciudin, and Diana Dragomir. "Experimental Study of a 3DPrinting Strategy for Polymer-Based Parts for Drone Equipment Using Bladeless Technology." Polymers 16, no. 4 (2024): 533. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/polym16040533.

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The present study focuses on an up-to-date topic regarding flying equipment identified within the category of drones that use, for propulsion and air movements, the power generated by electric motors. In this paper, researchers focus on implementing bladeless technology to calculate, develop, and construct flying equipment known in the literature as drones. The entire structure of the prototype, all the needed parts, is to be obtained using additive manufacturing technologies, which assumes practical realization using 3D-printing equipment. Nowadays, the 3D-printing process has been proven to

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Grosse, Sylvain, Eric Moreau, and Nicolas Binder. "Modeling of the Flight Performance of a Plasma-Propelled Drone: Limitations and Prospects." Drones 8, no. 3 (2024): 114. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/drones8030114.

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The resurgence in interest in aircraft electro-aerodynamic (EAD) propulsion has been sparked due to recent advancements in EAD thrusters, which generate thrust by employing a plasma generated through electrical discharge. With potentially quieter propulsion that could contribute to the generation of lift or the control of attitude, it is important to determine the feasibility of an EAD-propelled airplane. First, the main propulsive characteristics (thrust generation and power consumption) of EAD thrusters were drawn from the literature and compared with existing technologies. Second, an algori

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Bärfuss, Konrad B., Holger Schmithüsen, and Astrid Lampert. "Drone-based meteorological observations up to the tropopause – a concept study." Atmospheric Measurement Techniques 16, no. 15 (2023): 3739–65. http://dx.doi.org/10.5194/amt-16-3739-2023.

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Abstract. The main in situ database for numerical weather prediction currently relies on radiosonde and airliner observations, with large systematic data gaps: horizontally in certain countries, above the oceans and in polar regions, and vertically in the rapidly changing atmospheric boundary layer, as well as up to the tropopause in areas with low air traffic. These gaps might be patched by measurements with drones. They provide a significant improvement towards environment-friendly additional data, avoiding waste and without the need for helium. So far, such systems have not been regarded as

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Los, Andrii, and Oleksandr Veligorskyi. "ENERGY AND OPERATIONAL ANALYSIS OF CONTINUOUS SURVEILLANCE SYSTEMS BASED ON MULTIROTOR UAVS." Bulletin of the National Technical University «KhPI» Series: New solutions in modern technologies, no. 3(21) (October 8, 2024): 39–51. https://doi.org/10.20998/2413-4295.2024.03.06.

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Drones are used in many applications, including continuous surveillance and monitoring. They can be used in cases, when the deployment time of surveillance system should be as fast as possible, or when a centralized electric grid is not available: accompanying fire extinguishing and liquidation of emergencies, 24/7 surveillance of the border area, monitoring of open-air events. They also can be used as stationary cameras, carrier of means of radio-electronic intelligence, weather conditions intelligence in airport areas, monitoring of crops, etc. The optimal solution for surveillance of large

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de la Cruz Soto, Javier, Jose J. Gascon-Avalos, Jesse Y. Rumbo-Morales, et al. "Analysis and Assessment of a Brushless DC Outrunner Motor for Agriculture Drones Using JMAG." Applied System Innovation 8, no. 3 (2025): 81. https://doi.org/10.3390/asi8030081.

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Designing propulsion systems for agricultural drones involves a repetitive process that is both expensive and time-intensive. At the same time, conducting comprehensive experimental tests demands specialized equipment and strict safety protocols. In this work, the design and assessment of the propulsion system (propeller, motor, and battery) for large-sized drones in agricultural applications are conducted using numerical methods. To properly predict and validate the performance of a brushless direct current motor, a three half-bridge inverter circuit, featuring a trapezoidal commutation, is i

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Szczurek, Andrzej, Dawid Gonstał, and Monika Maciejewska. "The Gas Sensing Drone with the Lowered and Lifted Measurement Platform." Sensors 23, no. 3 (2023): 1253. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/s23031253.

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A serious factor that limits the environmental applications of drones is the disturbance of the air pollution concentration field by the drone propulsion system. This work presents a gas-sensing drone offering measurements that are unaffected by this phenomenon. The novel development was based on the idea that, during measurements, the sensing device should be spatially separated from a zone influenced by the drone’s rotors. To attain this goal, special equipment was designed that allows one to undock and lower the sensing device for measurement, lift it and dock for flight. The field experime

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Dombrovschi, Mădălin, Marius Deaconu, Laurentiu Cristea, et al. "Acoustic Analysis of a Hybrid Propulsion System for Drone Applications." Acoustics 6, no. 3 (2024): 698–712. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/acoustics6030038.

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This paper aims to conduct an acoustic analysis through noise measurements of a hybrid propulsion system intended for implementation on a drone, from which the main noise sources can be identified for further research on noise reduction techniques. Additionally, the noise was characterized by performing spectral analysis and identifying the tonal components that contribute to the overall noise. The propelling force system consists of a micro-turboshaft coupled with a gearbox connected to an electric generator. The propulsion system consists of a micro-turboshaft coupled with a gearbox connecte

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K. Isabella Rani. "Magnetic-Powered Mini Drones for Smart IOT-Driven Agricultural Solutions." International Journal of Advanced Research and Interdisciplinary Scientific Endeavours 2, no. 4 (2025): 550–60. https://doi.org/10.61359/11.2206-2517.

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This paper explores the integration of magnetic-powered mini drones with the Internet of Things (IoT) for enhanced agricultural solutions. By leveraging cutting-edge drone technology and IoT connectivity, the proposed system aims to address challenges such as crop monitoring, pest management, and precision agriculture. The study investigates the potential benefits of magnetic propulsion systems in mini drones, particularly in terms of energy efficiency, flight stability, and sustainability. The paper also outlines the implementation of a smart IoT framework for real-time data collection, analy

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Sahithya, Nallu, D. Srinivasulu Reddy, Vattivella Chandu, G. Sai Yashaswini, Akula Mounika Reddy, and G. Sukrutha. "Security Drone for Surveillance in Military." International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology 12, no. 2 (2024): 1269–75. http://dx.doi.org/10.22214/ijraset.2024.58557.

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Abstract: This paper presents the design and development of a sophisticated military security drone equipped with advanced components including Pixhawk flight controller, GPS module, camera, receiver, telemetry system, BLDC (Brushless Direct Current) motors, and electronic speed controller (ESC). The Pixhawk flight controller serves as the brain of the drone, managing flight dynamics, navigation, and mission planning with remarkable precision and reliability. Integrated with a highaccuracy GPS module, the drone achieves autonomous navigation capabilities, enabling it to execute pre-defined fli

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Nur Rachman Supadmana Muda and Ridwan Asri Sudarsono. "DESIGN OF ENEMY DESTROYER KAMIKAZE DRONE BY DIPOLE_31 TECHNOLOGY." JURNAL PENGABDIAN MANDIRI 3, no. 11 (2024): 1055–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.53625/jpm.v3i11.8990.

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The research aims to design and develop a kamikaze drone Dipole_31 prototype based on the ESP32 microcontroller designed as a high-precision long-range enemy target destruction system. The drone was created to focus on high performance and operational efficiency, making it suitable for targeted destruction missions. The research method uses a structured experimental approach to test various key parameters, such as maximum range, flight speed, flight duration, accuracy of attack on the target, blast impact radius, and overall destructive power. The main components of the drone include the ESP32

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Song, Kyo D., Jaehwan Kim, Jung W. Kim, et al. "Preliminary operational aspects of microwave-powered airship drone." International Journal of Micro Air Vehicles 11 (January 2019): 175682931986136. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1756829319861368.

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This paper reports the development of an experimental airship drone powered by microwave as a precursor toward a large-scale airship drone for cargo transportation in mind under the collaboration with U.S. Federal Highway Administration and universities. Research work on a 2.2-m long airship drone powered by X-band microwave has provided sufficient data for the design and analysis for the operation of airship drone. A block of 16 rectenna array sheets of X-band was placed on each side of the airship drone (total 32 sheets) to collect and convert microwave power into direct current power for ru

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Suroso, Indreswari, and Hendriana Helda Pratama. "Analysis Mapping of Long Dry With Drone Type Dji Spark in Hargowilis, Kokap, Kulonprogo." Journal of Applied Geospatial Information 4, no. 1 (2020): 259–64. http://dx.doi.org/10.30871/jagi.v4i1.1858.

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This research was conducted in the village of Hargowilis, Kokap District, Kulon Progo Regency with a temperature of 31oC, with a wind speed of 13 km/h, 55% air humidity, and a height of 35 m from the ground surface. This research was carried out on November 8, 2019 with hot weather conditions and wind speeds of around 13 km/hour. The purpose of this study is to map the drought area in Mount Menoreh Hargowilis Village, Kokap, Kulon Progo. The method used in this study are preparation for making a drone, survey of area Menoreh hills in Hargowilis, Kokap, Kulon Progo planning testing at certain a

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Priatmoko, M. R., and W. Nirbito. "Design Analysis of Ducted Propeller for Bicopter Drone Propulsion." IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering 685 (November 22, 2019): 012008. http://dx.doi.org/10.1088/1757-899x/685/1/012008.

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An, Weigang, Tianyu Lin, and Peng Zhang. "An Autonomous Soaring for Small Drones Using the Extended Kalman Filter Thermal Updraft Center Prediction Method Based on Ordinary Least Squares." Drones 7, no. 10 (2023): 603. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/drones7100603.

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Many birds in the natural world are capable of engaging in sustained soaring within thermal updrafts for extended periods without flapping their wings. Autonomous soaring has the potential to greatly improve both the range and endurance of small drones. In this paper, the extended Kalman filter (EKF) thermal updraft center prediction method based on ordinary least squares (OLS) is proposed to develop the autonomous soaring system for small drones, and an adaptive step size update strategy is incorporated into the EKF. The proposed method is compared with EKF thermal updraft prediction methods

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Zabunov, Svetoslav, and Garo Mardirossian. "HYBRID MULTICOPTER DESIGNS." Aerospace Research in Bulgaria 36 (2024): 124–30. http://dx.doi.org/10.3897/arb.v36.e11.

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Hybrid unmanned aerial vehicles are such vehicles that employ more than one type of energy delivery system used for the powered flight. Hybrid drones are not restricted to using electrical power. Nevertheless, most such drones employ electric propulsion through the implementation of brushless three phase electrical motors in their rotors due to the inherent high efficiency and ease of control of such devices. Electrical energy for the motors is supplied by various sources such as batteries, hydrogen fuel cells, internal combustion engine electrical generators, etc. The current battery technolo

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Candeloro, Paolo, Ranieri Emanuele Nargi, Edoardo Grande, Daniele Ragni, and Tiziano Pagliaroli. "Experimental Fluid Dynamic Characterization of Serrated Rotors for Drone Propulsion." Journal of Physics: Conference Series 1977, no. 1 (2021): 012007. http://dx.doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/1977/1/012007.

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Pheh, Ying Hong, Shane Kyi Hla Win, and Shaohui Foong. "Spherical Indoor Coandă Effect Drone (SpICED): A Spherical Blimp sUAS for Safe Indoor Use." Drones 6, no. 9 (2022): 260. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/drones6090260.

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Even as human–robot interactions become increasingly common, conventional small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS), typically multicopters, can still be unsafe for deployment in an indoor environment in close proximity to humans without significant safety precautions. This is due to their fast-spinning propellers, and lack of a fail-safe mechanism in the event of a loss of power. A blimp, a non-rigid airship filled with lighter-than-air gases is inherently safer as it ’floats’ in the air and is generally incapable of high-speed motion. The Spherical Indoor Coandă Effect Drone (SpICED), is a nove

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Polkowska, Małgorzata. "TECHNICAL AND LEGAL PROBLEMS OF SPACE DRONES." Zeszyty Naukowe SGSP 85 (March 20, 2023): 233–49. http://dx.doi.org/10.5604/01.3001.0016.3294.

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The article presents several legal and technical challenges related to space drones. This topic isground-breaking, as space law (without a definition of space object or space drone) is attempting tokeep up with the evolving space technology.The design and construction of space drones may be used to study Mars, Venus and other celestialbodies. These first two planets were studied well in the 20th Century; for example, the atmosphereof Venus was explored by two balloons. A few years ago, the concept of using UAVs in spacemissions appeared. On April 19, 2022, a successful experiment was carried o

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Diep, Khuong Giang Thuy, and Ngoc Anh Vu. "Electric Propulsion System Sizing Algorithm and Structural Design for Delivery Drone." Applied Mechanics and Materials 907 (June 22, 2022): 89–100. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/p-k58195.

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Currently, the difficulty of delivering packages, goods in transportation is a very concerning issue in both urban and suburban areas when traffic congestion is increasing significantly. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to design an unmanned aerial vehicle using quadrotor to transport goods such as food, home appliances or drugs, and blood to customers. This paper presents the sizing algorithm applying blade element momentum theory to determine necessary specifications for the electric propulsion system of multicopters. These results are then used to design the appropriate configuration

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YAMAGUCHI, Hayato, Chihiro KIKUMOTO, Takateru URAKUBO, Kohtaro SABE, and Yuich HAZAMA. "A Study on Rapid Ascent for a Dual Propulsion VTOL Drone." Proceedings of JSME annual Conference on Robotics and Mechatronics (Robomec) 2024 (2024): 1P1—B10. https://doi.org/10.1299/jsmermd.2024.1p1-b10.

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Mesquita, Geison P., José Domingo Rodríguez-Teijeiro, Rodrigo Rocha de Oliveira, and Margarita Mulero-Pázmány. "Steps to build a DIY low-cost fixed-wing drone for biodiversity conservation." PLOS ONE 16, no. 8 (2021): e0255559. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0255559.

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Despite the proved usefulness of drones in biodiversity studies, acquisition costs and difficulties in operating, maintaining and repairing these systems constrain their integration in conservation projects, particularly for low-income countries. Here we present the steps necessary to build a low-cost fixed-wing drone for environmental applications in large areas, along with instructions to increase the reliability of the system and testing its performance. Inspired by DIY (Do It Yourself) and open source models, this work prioritizes simplicity and accounts for cost-benefit for the researcher

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Dagade, Srushti, Abhishek Kadam, and Pratiksha Yadav. "PAVING THE WAY FOR SUSTAINABLE AIR TAXIS USING SOLAR POWER." International Scientific Journal of Engineering and Management 04, no. 04 (2025): 1–9. https://doi.org/10.55041/isjem02768.

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The following paper explores the integration of drones in the aviation industry, covering the application, safety considerations and potential benefits using sustainable resource. Drones (Air taxi) equipped with solar panels are environmentally friendly solution for urban air mobility, utilizing solar energy, battery storage, and electric propulsion to promote sustainable transportation. Photovoltaic panels capture solar energy, which is then stored in batteries (high-efficiency batteries) to power electric rotors, allowing for vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). The paper examines applicati

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Wang, Jiazheng, and Parvathy Rajendran. "Lightweight aircraft design: Integrating biomechanics and algorithm optimization for drone construction using paper materials." Molecular & Cellular Biomechanics 21, no. 2 (2024): 352. http://dx.doi.org/10.62617/mcb.v21i2.352.

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Lightweight aircraft design emphasizes materials like composites, alloys, and advanced polymers to reduce weight while ensuring structural integrity. Streamlined aerodynamics, efficient propulsion systems, and optimized component layout further enhance performance. The purpose of this research is to develop an innovative aircraft design model for drones, integrating algorithm optimization techniques and lightweight materials to enhance the performance and efficiency of drones with the utilization of open-source software. We apply this structure to the construction of drones with fixed-wing (FW

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Lee, Ji-Young, Ji-Heon Lee, and Tung Khanh Nguyen. "Axial-Flux Permanent-Magnet Generator Design for Hybrid Electric Propulsion Drone Applications." Energies 14, no. 24 (2021): 8509. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/en14248509.

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This paper presents the design of an axial-flux permanent-magnet (AFPM) generator used for hybrid electric propulsion drone applications. The design objectives of the AFPM generator are high power density, which is defined as output power per generator weight, and high efficiency. In order to satisfy the requirements for the target application and consider the practical problems in the manufacturing process, the structure of the AFPM generator comprising a double-rotor single-stator (DR-SS) was studied. In order to determine the rotor topology and stator winding specifications that had the gre

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Park, Yong Jin, Donguk Lee, and Yushin Kim. "Utilization of Small Quadcopter Drone for Military Delivery According to Propulsion Types." Journal of the Korea Institute of Military Science and Technology 28, no. 3 (2025): 284–93. https://doi.org/10.9766/kimst.2025.28.3.284.

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In this study, we propose a method for applying small quadcopters to military delivery missions. First, we calculate the aerodynamic performance with BEMT, derive the flight characteristics by propulsion types, and then apply it to the mission scenario to derive the operational concept. Battery-powered small quadcopters are advantageous for short-distance delivery missions in small units in the contact area, and gasoline-powered ones are suitable for low-altitude, long-distance medium-sized cargo delivery in units above the company level.

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Candeloro, Paolo, Daniele Ragni, and Tiziano Pagliaroli. "Small-Scale Rotor Aeroacoustics for Drone Propulsion: A Review of Noise Sources and Control Strategies." Fluids 7, no. 8 (2022): 279. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/fluids7080279.

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In the last decade, the drone market has grown rapidly for both civil and military purposes. Due to their versatility, the demand for drones is constantly increasing, with several industrial players joining the venture to transfer urban mobility to the air. This has exacerbated the problem of noise pollution, mainly due to the relatively lower altitude of these vehicles and the proximity of their routes to extremely densely populated areas. In particular, both the aerodynamic and aeroacoustic optimization of the propulsive system and of its interaction with the airframe are key aspects of unma

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Gal-Or, Benjamin. "Reasons for triple-funding of the jet-engine-industry to meet 2020-2040 6TH-Gen-Challenge: Counter-Air Penetration, CAP." International Journal of Turbo & Jet-Engines 35, no. 4 (2018): 315–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.1515/tjj-2018-9015.

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Abstract The forthcoming 2020-2040 6TH-Generation is characterized by a host of debated and confused CASLAP-strategies, doctrines, tactics, mission definitions, jetonautic-funding, systems-of-systems technologies vis-à-vis AOOF-based-prop-swarm-technologies and almost symmetric jetonautics at both sides, [Part-A references 5,10,11,17,20,24,26,32,36,48,49]. CASLAP offensive-defensive options for each country vary with jetonautics, location, time, scientific and technological education, economics, geopolitics and stealth/super-agility/armament/AI of its fighter aircraft, UCAVs, JES-UCAV, prop-dr

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Pergola, Pierpaolo, and Vittorio Cipolla. "Mission architecture for Mars exploration based on small satellites and planetary drones." International Journal of Intelligent Unmanned Systems 4, no. 3 (2016): 142–62. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ijius-12-2015-0014.

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to deal with the study of an innovative unmanned mission to Mars, which is aimed at acquiring a great amount of detailed data related to both Mars’ atmosphere and surface. Design/methodology/approach The Mars surface exploration is conceived by means of a fleet of drones flying among a set of reference points (acting also as entry capsules and charging stations) on the surface. The three key enabling technologies of the proposed mission are the use of small satellites (used in constellation with a minimum of three), the use of electric propulsion systems fo

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Chaturmutha, K. M., and D. J. Mathew. "Factors Influencing the Exterior Design of Autonomous Passenger Drones: Literature Review." Proceedings of the Design Society 2 (May 2022): 2087–96. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/pds.2022.211.

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AbstractElectric vertical take-off and landing aircraft (eVTOLs) have been accessed on various configurations over the past decade. This literature review deals with the issue of determining the appropriate design for an Autonomous Passenger Drone (APD). APDs have been compared with VTOLs on their pros and cons. The authors analysed aerodynamics and propulsion systems of multiple APDs. Further, the comparative analysis aids in designing the best framework for the exterior form of APDs based on human capacity, flying technology, fuel type, travel distance, door type, size, material, safety, cos

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Totu, Andrei-George, Cristian Olariu, Marius Deaconu, Laurențiu Cristea, Luminița Drăgășanu, and Constantin Sandu. "Introducing Silencers on Micro Turboshafts Powering Unmanned Aerial Vehicles." Acoustics 6, no. 4 (2024): 1154–79. https://doi.org/10.3390/acoustics6040063.

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The transition to alternative electrical energy solutions for drone propulsion systems presents several challenges, particularly in managing noise. This noise, compounded by that from the propellers, can produce spectra that are either unpleasant to humans or detrimental to mission objectives. This study explores potential solutions to mitigate noise produced by a micro turboshaft engine, focusing on the solutions’ impact on weight, power output, and acoustic level. We propose two modular, scalable designs—one for the intake and one for the exhaust—based on well-known applications in cold and

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Candeloro, Paolo, Ranieri Emanuele Nargi, Fabrizio Patané, and Tiziano Pagliaroli. "Experimental Analysis of Small-Scale Rotors with Serrated Trailing Edge for Quiet Drone Propulsion." Journal of Physics: Conference Series 1589 (July 2020): 012007. http://dx.doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/1589/1/012007.

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Shimomura, Ryo, and Hajime Nobuhara. "Proposed Safety Drone for Agricultural Use and Optimization of Its Propulsion by Self-Organizing Map." Agricultural Information Research 27, no. 4 (2018): 83–94. http://dx.doi.org/10.3173/air.27.83.

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Lane, P., G. Throneberry, I. Fernandez, M. Hassanalian, R. Vasconcellos, and A. Abdelkefi. "Towards Bio-Inspiration, Development, and Manufacturing of a Flapping-Wing Micro Air Vehicle." Drones 4, no. 3 (2020): 39. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/drones4030039.

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Throughout the last decade, there has been an increased demand for intricate flapping-wing drones with different capabilities than larger drones. The design of flapping-wing drones is focused on endurance and stability, as these are two of the main challenges of these systems. Researchers have recently been turning towards bioinspiration as a way to enhance aerodynamic performance. In this work, the propulsion system of a flapping-wing micro air vehicle is investigated to identify the limitations and drawbacks of specific designs. Each system has a tandem wing configuration inspired by a drago

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