Host: The Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers
Name : [in Japanese]
Date : May 29, 2024 - June 01, 2024
This study reports on an underwater multicopter that can take off from land and dive into the water to enable long-duration underwater surveys at arbitrary locations. We believe that the use of an underwater multicopter is an effective method to reduce manpower and time when inspecting and surveying underwater infrastructural facilities. Ultimately, it is envisioned that the aircraft will be able to estimate its own position and perform underwater autopilot operation.
In this presentation, we will propose a communication method between the aircraft and the ground underwater using buoys and Raspberry Pi, develop a positioning system using GPS and sonar, and report on how to achieve more precise flight and underwater maneuvering.
