Abstract
Several models of UAVs have been developed for scientific missions such as aerial geomagnetic survey, meteorological observation, and ground observation instead of manned airplanes especially in Antarctica. The UAV fleet is divided into three groups, i.e., a small UAV for low altitude, relatively large UAVs for mid-altitude, and a small glider UAV for high altitude. Several results, operational experiences of the UAVs, lessons learned including the operations in Antarctica, and several problems to be solved are reported in this chapter.
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This research is supported by Nippi Corporation, Fuji Imvac Inc., Chilean Antarctic Institute (INACH), Korean Polar Research Institute (KOPRI), Dr. Obara, N. of Robotista, Mr. Kuwabara, M. of RC Service, and Dr. Iwata, N. of Yamagata University. This research is funded by development research (E4, 2004–2006) of NIPR (National Institute of Polar Research), Grant-in-Aid for Exploratory Research (KAKENHI, 15654063, 2003–2005), Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (KAKENHI, 17204038, 2005–2008), and Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (KAKENHI, 20403006, 2010–2012).
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Higashino, S., Funaki, M., Hirasawa, N., Hayashi, M., Nagasaki, S. (2013). Development and Operational Experiences of UAVs for Scientific Research in Antarctica. In: Nonami, K., Kartidjo, M., Yoon, KJ., Budiyono, A. (eds) Autonomous Control Systems and Vehicles. Intelligent Systems, Control and Automation: Science and Engineering, vol 65. Springer, Tokyo. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-4-431-54276-6_11
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