Abstract
The purpose of this research is to provide details on the process of designing and implementing a hybrid power drone for multipurpose applications. This innovative design combines the internal combustion engine (ICE) and battery power sources to drive the hybrid drone, ensuring its ability to maintain a stable and controlled flight. Such drones are valuable in fields like agriculture, firefighting, and police surveillance, where long flight time and high payload capacities are crucial. Typically, electric drones are powered by lithium batteries. However, the challenge lies in their limited effective flight times, which hardly exceed 10 to 30 minutes, especially when dealing with high payloads. This constraint presents a significant challenge for applications that require long operational endurance. Addressing this issue, this research explores innovative strategies to push the boundaries of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) performance. The main objective is to not only extend the flight durations but also significantly increase the payload capacity of these aerial platforms and optimize the power supplied to the UAV.This work also presents the problem statement, outlining the key challenges addressed by the project. The objectives are defined to guide the development of the hybrid power UAV, ensuring efficient energy management, optimizing power distribution, and enhancing flight endurance. Additionally, the study focuses on the optimization of the power management system (PMS) using advanced techniques to minimize fuel consumption and maximize efficiency. Demonstrating its effectiveness in extending flight time and improving operational performance.
| Date of Award | 20 May 2025 |
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| Original language | American English |
| Supervisor | REYAD El Khazali (Supervisor) |
Keywords
- Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
- Hybrid Power sources
- Controller Design
- Internal Combustion Engine
- Batteries