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Journal of Advancements in Robotics

Human Drone Natural Interaction

  1. Ashish Kumar
  2. Lekha Achuth

Abstract

The necessity for user-friendly and intuitive control systems has been brought to light by the growing use of drones in a variety of businesses and by the general public. However, existing drone piloting techniques frequently need intricate manual manoeuvres and technical know-how, creating difficulties for novice and inexperienced pilots. The main goal of this effort is to create a ground control unit (GCU) that, instead of using a traditional radio remote controller, allows users to operate a quad copter using hand gestures and motions. The GCU reads the pilot’s motions and converts them into the appropriate flight orders for the drone using computer vision techniques and gesture recognition algorithms. This study focuses on the difficulties that novice and general drone pilots must overcome, such as the steep learning curve, challenging manual controls, and the danger of accidents in the early phases of flying. The suggested approach intends to streamline the learning process and increase the accessibility of drone piloting to a larger audience by utilising natural interaction modalities, such as gestures. For rookie pilots and amateurs who might not have prior experience or technical understanding, this is especially helpful. The significance of this work lies in its ability to enhance both the usability and security of drone operations. The system lessens the cognitive strain on the pilot and improves their overall control of the drone by doing away with the necessity for complicated manual controls and substituting them with intuitive gestures. Additionally, the suggested system’s long-range capabilities broaden the scope of possible drone applications by permitting operations beyond lines of sight and streamlining operations in arid or difficult areas. By offering a simple and intuitive control method, this work hopes to aid in the development and use of drones. By addressing the difficulties early and general public pilots encountered, it will become more usable by a wider spectrum of users. As a result, more drones may be used in more industries, drone operations may be safer, and new and creative uses for drones may be investigated.

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