Multipurpose unmanned system: an efficient solution to increase the capabilities of the UAVs

Abstract

The results of this research propose the implementation of a system that significantly increases the capacity of unmanned vehicles, turning them into multifunctional vehicles. The system has a logistics dispatch module and a video analytics module. The first module allows the delivery of medical, food, smoke, disinfectant, etc. The module is practical, safe and economical, features that denote the feasibility of immediate implementation in unmanned vehicles of any rank and / or classification. Note that the implementation of the dispatch module does not require additional radio frequency systems. The second module includes a video analysis process in real time, an aspect that constitutes a significant contribution to the proposed solution, since it allows obtaining important information during the flight; it also reduces the risk in air operations and simultaneously increases the efficiency of themselves. Note that video analytics optimizes resources and avoids jeopardizing the lives of aircraft pilots and crews who traditionally should carry out these activities. In times of pandemic, this innovation avoids direct contact with an infected population and can guarantee the sanitary conditions required in certain circumstances. The solution increases the capabilities of unmanned vehicles and makes them useful tools in various scenarios, whether caused by natural or man-made disasters. Our proposal is very flexible, reliable, and scalable and can be adapted to various models and makes of unmanned vehicles. The system has been implemented on fixed-wing and rotary-wing unmanned vehicles, showing satisfactory results.