Newly developed control method overcomes unexpected movements, improving disturbance rejection and reducing X-axis position error by 53.1 percent
Small flapping-wing (FW) robots could support applications such as inspection and search and rescue. However, they are highly susceptible to disturbances such as wind gusts, making stable flight challenging.
Researchers from Japan’s Chiba University investigated the flight dynamics of a commercial FW robot and discovered a behavior that limits how quickly its control system can correct disturbances.
They developed a control method that accounts for this limitation, helping the robot achieve more stable and accurate flight. [Read more…] about Researchers develop control system that helps bird-inspired robots stay stable in windy conditions