Possible companion computers are the Raspberry Pi and Odroid XU4.

The proof-of-concept is focussed on the following goals:

· Creation of communication mechanisms between flight controller, and companion computer

· Research the added value of the companion computer. This research will include the use of camera.

The document with a series of lessons is the basis for a course in our education curriculum for MBO 4. It should consist a.o. of a step-by-step instruction to create the quadcopter as well as the computer code for tracking the moving object.

Based on the results of the design process, results and lessons learned the student will also prepare a few guest lectures that concern the topics most important in the process of creating a quadcopter.

All products prepared for the project will be the property of MBO College Airport.

Required competencies and/or skills:

Basic knowledge of flight-controllers and electronics. Knowledge of Linux, computer programming, electronics and remote sensoring). Basic knowledge of flight-controllers. Interest in Artificial Intelligence.

Application process:

Student can apply directly to the contact of the program, same goes for questions. No specific date for interviews but preferred start is September 2022.

Organisation

The course Drone Engineering & Operations is part of MBO College Aiport (ROC van Amsterdam). The course is located at Unmanned Valley, the former naval airbase at Valkenburg ZH (near Katwijk aan Zee).

Unmanned Valley is a field lab for sensor related technologies and houses several start-ups, established companies and research institutions.

Several HvA Aviation students have done their internships at our location.  This internship is more suited for HBO-ICT students.