Advanced Drone Mission

Planning with Autocopter

v4.3.4
Introduction
Welcome back to the channel! In this article, we'll explore a
fascinating demonstration of advanced mission planning using Pixar
drone equipped with Autocopter v4.3.4 firmware. The primary
objective of this mission is to showcase a seamless flight where the
copter takes off from its home location, flies to a remote destination,
lands autonomously, drops a medical kit after a specified delay,
takes off again from the remote location, and returns to the original
home location. All of this is accomplished in a single flight, without
the need for a companion computer on board.

Mission Planning Steps

Let's dive into the detailed steps of planning this complex mission:

1. Setting Home Location and Takeoff Command

Define the copter's home location.

Designate the first Waypoint as a takeoff command with
an altitude of 10 meters.

2. Defining Waypoints

Add additional Waypoints for the flight path, ensuring

 waypoints are strategically placed.
Adjust the third Waypoint as the landing point.

3. Implementing Unknown Command

Add a Waypoint with an unknown command to introduce

complexity.
Find the command ID for auxiliary function (e.g., 218)
and set the switch position accordingly.
Utilize autopilot map link message directory for
command ID and autopilot channel directory for auxiliary
function details.

4. Auxiliary Function for Automation

Set up auxiliary functions for automation.

Assign command ID 218 for activating Servo and
auxiliary function 153 for arming and disarming.
Configure switch positions to trigger specific actions.

5. Payload Release

Create a Waypoint for payload release after a 10-

second delay.
Activate Servo (e.g., servo number 10) with specified
PWM values (e.g., 1250) to release the medical kit.

6. Completing the Mission Plan

Finalize Waypoints to ensure a smooth sequence.

Confirm takeoff commands, altitude settings, and
landing points.

Flight Test
With the mission plan in place, let's proceed to the flight test:

1. Takeoff and Initial Flight

Execute the mission plan, initiating takeoff in auto mode.

Observe the copter reaching the specified altitude and
moving towards Waypoint number two.

2. Remote Location Landing

Monitor the copter as it lands at the remote location

(Waypoint number three).
Confirm the disarming of motors.

3. Payload Release and Return

Witness the payload release after a 10-second delay.

Observe the copter taking off again from the remote
location and heading back to the original home location.

4. Home Location Landing

Watch the copter initiate landing at the original home

location.

Conclusion
In conclusion, this advanced mission planning showcases the
capabilities of Autocopter v4.3.4 firmware, allowing for intricate flight
sequences without the need for a companion computer. The
integration of unknown commands, auxiliary functions, and precise
payload release adds a layer of sophistication to drone missions. As
technology continues to evolve, such demonstrations highlight the
expanding horizons of autonomous drone capabilities.