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3 books on Autonomous Aviation [PDF]
October 16, 2024 | 20 |
These books are covering various aspects of autonomous flight, including drone technology, aircraft automation, navigation systems, and regulatory considerations. They explain advanced technologies such as machine learning, computer vision, and sensor integration, that allow to enhance the safety and performance of autonomous aircraft.
1. Future Propulsion Systems and Energy Sources in Sustainable Aviation
2020 by Saeed Farokhi
"Future Propulsion Systems and Energy Sources in Sustainable Aviation" provides a comprehensive examination of the scientific and engineering principles underpinning propulsion systems and energy sources for sustainable air transportation. Authored by a recognized expert in the field, the book delves into the environmental impact of air transportation and evaluates various aspects, including alternative jet fuels, hybrid-electric and nuclear propulsion systems and power generation. It also explores modern propulsion technologies for transonic and supersonic-hypersonic aircraft, with a focus on how propulsion influences aircraft design. With climate change driving advancements in sustainable air transportation, the book offers critical assessments of gas turbine propulsion, aircraft aerodynamics and their environmental implications, while also introducing future fuels and energy sources. Additionally, it identifies promising technologies for propulsion and energy sources, paving the way for sustainable aviation. This valuable resource caters to engineers, graduate students and senior undergraduates in mechanical and aerospace engineering, offering insights into the future of aviation, including alternative jet fuels, hybrid-electric propulsion, all-electric systems and even nuclear propulsion. The book is complemented by a website containing illustrations and equation files for enhanced utility.
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2. Unmanned Aircraft Systems
2017 by Ella Atkins, Anibal Ollero, Antonios Tsourdos
An unmanned aircraft system (UAS), often referred to as a drone, represents an aircraft devoid of a human pilot on board. Instead, these UAS can be remotely controlled from a ground operator station or possess autonomous operational capabilities. UAS exhibit versatile applications across a wide spectrum of complex environments. While traditionally associated with military functions, recent global regulatory shifts have sparked immense interest and diversified applications for UAS within civilian airspace. This comprehensive volume covers all aspects of UAS, including their design, development, operation and mission profiles, making it a self-contained reference in this field. Additionally, it seamlessly integrates with the online Wiley Encyclopedia of Aerospace Engineering, offering updated articles for existing subscribers. The book addresses various aspects, including airframe configurations and design, operational considerations and the coordination of multiple UAS for enhanced functionality, all with contributions from esteemed experts. This resource is invaluable for aerospace manufacturers, governmental and industrial aerospace research institutions, aviation industries, academic engineering and science departments, as well as analysts, consultants and researchers in the field.
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3. Unmanned Aviation: A Brief History of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
2004 by Laurence R. Newcome
During the 1990s, the author played a pivotal role in overseeing the development of two highly advanced UAVs for the Pentagon. During this period, he observed a recurring pattern where well-intentioned American engineers, in times of conflict, would embark on the design of cutting-edge unmanned aerial concepts, often oblivious to the valuable groundwork laid by their predecessors. In "Unmanned Aviation: A Brief History of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles," Newcome seeks to break this cycle of redundant efforts. By chronicling the extensive history of unmanned aircraft, he aims to prevent the reinvention of the wheel in future unmanned aviation projects. Newcome's account traces the lineage of unmanned aircraft back to their origins as aerial torpedoes, akin to contemporary cruise missiles. The book sheds light on the contributions of aerospace pioneers, whose work in unmanned aviation has often been overlooked by historical accounts. Furthermore, it explores the diverse applications of unmanned aircraft in unexpected contexts, including the Cold War, Vietnam and Israel. The book also delves into the evolving trends in UAV design, such as the recent shift from remotely-piloted planes to more autonomous systems, providing valuable insights into the field's progression. If this concise history succeeds in preventing redundant efforts in unmanned aviation endeavors, it will have fulfilled its intended purpose, as stated by Newcome.
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1. Future Propulsion Systems and Energy Sources in Sustainable Aviation
2020 by Saeed Farokhi
"Future Propulsion Systems and Energy Sources in Sustainable Aviation" provides a comprehensive examination of the scientific and engineering principles underpinning propulsion systems and energy sources for sustainable air transportation. Authored by a recognized expert in the field, the book delves into the environmental impact of air transportation and evaluates various aspects, including alternative jet fuels, hybrid-electric and nuclear propulsion systems and power generation. It also explores modern propulsion technologies for transonic and supersonic-hypersonic aircraft, with a focus on how propulsion influences aircraft design. With climate change driving advancements in sustainable air transportation, the book offers critical assessments of gas turbine propulsion, aircraft aerodynamics and their environmental implications, while also introducing future fuels and energy sources. Additionally, it identifies promising technologies for propulsion and energy sources, paving the way for sustainable aviation. This valuable resource caters to engineers, graduate students and senior undergraduates in mechanical and aerospace engineering, offering insights into the future of aviation, including alternative jet fuels, hybrid-electric propulsion, all-electric systems and even nuclear propulsion. The book is complemented by a website containing illustrations and equation files for enhanced utility.
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2. Unmanned Aircraft Systems
2017 by Ella Atkins, Anibal Ollero, Antonios Tsourdos
An unmanned aircraft system (UAS), often referred to as a drone, represents an aircraft devoid of a human pilot on board. Instead, these UAS can be remotely controlled from a ground operator station or possess autonomous operational capabilities. UAS exhibit versatile applications across a wide spectrum of complex environments. While traditionally associated with military functions, recent global regulatory shifts have sparked immense interest and diversified applications for UAS within civilian airspace. This comprehensive volume covers all aspects of UAS, including their design, development, operation and mission profiles, making it a self-contained reference in this field. Additionally, it seamlessly integrates with the online Wiley Encyclopedia of Aerospace Engineering, offering updated articles for existing subscribers. The book addresses various aspects, including airframe configurations and design, operational considerations and the coordination of multiple UAS for enhanced functionality, all with contributions from esteemed experts. This resource is invaluable for aerospace manufacturers, governmental and industrial aerospace research institutions, aviation industries, academic engineering and science departments, as well as analysts, consultants and researchers in the field.
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3. Unmanned Aviation: A Brief History of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
2004 by Laurence R. Newcome
During the 1990s, the author played a pivotal role in overseeing the development of two highly advanced UAVs for the Pentagon. During this period, he observed a recurring pattern where well-intentioned American engineers, in times of conflict, would embark on the design of cutting-edge unmanned aerial concepts, often oblivious to the valuable groundwork laid by their predecessors. In "Unmanned Aviation: A Brief History of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles," Newcome seeks to break this cycle of redundant efforts. By chronicling the extensive history of unmanned aircraft, he aims to prevent the reinvention of the wheel in future unmanned aviation projects. Newcome's account traces the lineage of unmanned aircraft back to their origins as aerial torpedoes, akin to contemporary cruise missiles. The book sheds light on the contributions of aerospace pioneers, whose work in unmanned aviation has often been overlooked by historical accounts. Furthermore, it explores the diverse applications of unmanned aircraft in unexpected contexts, including the Cold War, Vietnam and Israel. The book also delves into the evolving trends in UAV design, such as the recent shift from remotely-piloted planes to more autonomous systems, providing valuable insights into the field's progression. If this concise history succeeds in preventing redundant efforts in unmanned aviation endeavors, it will have fulfilled its intended purpose, as stated by Newcome.
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2. Enter Book ID to the search box and press Enter
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