{"product_id":"introduction-to-uav-systems-isbn-9781119802617","title":"Introduction to UAV Systems","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe latest edition of the leading resource on unmanned aerial vehicle systems\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the newly revised Fifth Edition of \u003ci\u003eIntroduction to UAV Systems,\u003c\/i\u003e an expert team of aviators, engineers, and researchers delivers the fundamentals of UAV systems for both professionals and students in UAV courses. Suitable for students in both Aerospace Engineering programs, as well as Flight and Aeronautics programs, this new edition now includes end-of-chapter questions and online instructor ancillaries that make it an ideal textbook. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the perfect complement to the author's \u003ci\u003eDesign of Unmanned Aerial Systems,\u003c\/i\u003e this book includes the history, classes, and missions of UAVs. It covers fundamental topics, like aerodynamics, stability and control, propulsion, loads and structures, mission planning, payloads, and communication systems. Brand-new materials in areas including autopilots, quadcopters, payloads, and ground control stations highlight the latest industry technologies. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe authors also discuss: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA thorough introduction to the history of unmanned aerial vehicles, including their use in various conflicts, an overview of critical UAV systems, and the Predator\/Reaper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA comprehensive exploration of the classes and missions of UAVs, including several examples of UAV systems, like Mini UAVs, UCAVs, and quadcopters\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractical discussions of air vehicles, including coverage of topics like aerodynamics, flight performance, stability, and control\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn-depth examinations of propulsion, loads, structures, mission planning, control systems, and autonomy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for professional aeronautical and aerospace engineers, as well as students and instructors in courses like Unmanned Aircraft Systems Design and Introduction to Unmanned Aerial Systems, \u003ci\u003eIntroduction to UAV Systems\u003c\/i\u003e is also an indispensable resource for anyone. seeking coverage of the latest industry advances and technologies in UAV and UAS technology. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAerospace Series List\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of Acronyms\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart One \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. History and Overview \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2. History\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2.1. Early History\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2.2. The Vietnam War\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2.3. Resurgence\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2.4. Joint Operations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2.5. Desert Storm\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2.6. Bosnia\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2.7. Afghanistan and Iraq\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2.8. Long-Range Long-Endurance Operations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3. Overview of UAV Systems\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3.1. Air Vehicle\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3.2. Mission Planning and Control Station\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3.3. Launch and Recovery Equipment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3.4. Payloads\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3.5. Data Links\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3.6. Ground Support Equipment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.4. The Aquila\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.4.1. Aquila Mission and Requirements\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.4.2. Air Vehicle\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.4.3. Ground Control Station\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.4.4. Launch and Recovery\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.4.5. Payload\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.4.6. Other Equipment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.4.7. Summary\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5. Global Hawk\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5.1. Mission Requirements and Development\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5.2. Air Vehicle\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5.3. Payloads\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5.4. Communications System\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5.5. Development Setbacks\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5. Predator Family\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5.1. Predator Development\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5.2. Reaper\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5.3. Features\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.6. Top UAV Manufacturers\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.7. Ethical Concerns of UAVs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Classes and Missions of UAVs \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.2. Classes of UAV Systems\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.2.1. Classification Criteria\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.2.2. Classification by Range and Endurance\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.2.3. Classification by Missions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.2.4. The Tier System\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3. Examples of UAVs by Size Group\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3.1. Micro UAVs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3.2. Mini UAVs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3.3. Very Small UAVs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3.4. Small UAVs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3.5. Medium UAVs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3.6. Large UAVs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4. Expendable UAVs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Two \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Air Vehicle\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Aerodynamics \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2. Aerodynamic Forces\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3. Mach Number\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.4. Airfoil\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.5. Pressure Distribution\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.6. Drag Polar\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.7. The Real Wing and Airplane\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.8. Induced Drag\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.9. Boundary Layer\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.10. Friction Drag\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.11. Total Air-Vehicle Drag\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.12. Flapping Wings\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.13. Aerodynamic Efficiency\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Performance \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2. Cruising Flight\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.3. Range\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.3.1. Range for a Non-Electric-Engine Propeller-Driven Aircraft\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.3.2. Range for a Jet-Propelled Aircraft\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4. Endurance\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.1. Endurance for a Non-Electric-Engine Propeller-Driven Aircraft\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.2. Endurance for a Jet-Propelled Aircraft\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.5. Climbing Flight\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.6. Gliding Flight\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.7. Launch\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.8. Recovery\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Flight Stability and Control \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.2. Trim\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.2.1. Longitudinal Trim\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.2.2. Directional Trim\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.2.3. Lateral Trim\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.2.4. Summary\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.3. Stability\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.3.1. Longitudinal Static Stability\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.3.2. Directional Static Stability\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.3.3. Lateral Static Stability\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.3.4. Dynamic Stability\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.4. Control\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.4.1. Aerodynamic Control\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.4.2. Pitch Control\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.4.3. Directional Control\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.4.4. Lateral Control\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Propulsion \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.2. Propulsion Systems Classification\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.3. Thrust Generation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.4. Powered Lift\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5. Sources of Power\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5.1. Four-Cycle Engine\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5.2. Two-Cycle Engine\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5.3. Rotary Engine\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5.4. Gas Turbine Engines\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5.5. Electric Motors\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.6. Sources of Electric Energy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.6.1. Batteries\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.6.2. Solar Cells\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.6.3. Fuel Cells\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.7. Power and Thrust\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.7.1. Relation between Power and Thrust\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.7.2. Propeller\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.7.3. Variations of Power and Thrust with Altitude\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Air Vehicle Structures \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.2. Structural Members\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.2.1. Skin\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.2.3. Fuselage Structural Members\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.2.3. Wing and Tail Structural Members\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.2.4. Other Structural Members\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.3. Basic Flight Loads\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.4. Dynamic Loads\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.5. Structural Materials\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.5.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.5.2. Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.6. Composite Materials\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.6.1. Sandwich Construction\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.6.2. Skin or Reinforcing Materials\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.6.3 Resin Materials\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.6.4. Core Materials\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.7. Construction Techniques\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.8. Basic Structural Calculations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.8.1. Normal and Shear Stress\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.8.2. Deflection\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.8.3. Bulking load\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.8.4. Factor of Safety\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.8.5. Structural Fatigue\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Three \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMission Planning and Control\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Mission Planning and Control Station \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.1. Introduction\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2. MPCS Subsystems\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.3. MPCS Physical Configuration\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.4. MPCS Interfaces\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.5. MPCS Architecture\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.5.1. Fundamentals\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.5.2. Local Area Networks\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.5.3. Levels of Communication\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.5.4. Bridges and Gateways\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.6. Elements of a LAN\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.6.1. Layout and Logical Structure (Topology)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.6.2. Communications Medium\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.6.3. Network Transmission and Access\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.7. OSI Standard\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.7.1. Physical Layer\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.7.2. Data-Link Layer\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.7.3. Network Layer\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.7.4. Transport Layer\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.7.5. Session Layer\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.7.6. Presentation Layer\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.7.7. Application Layer\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.8. Mission Planning\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.9. Pilot-In-Command\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 Control of Air Vehicle and Payload \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.2. Levels of Control\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.3. Remote Piloting the Air Vehicle\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.3.1. Remote Manual Piloting\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.3.2. Autopilot-Assisted Control\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.3.3. Complete Automation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.3.4. Summary\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4. Autopilot\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4.1. Fundamental\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4.2. Autopilot Categories\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4.3. Inner and Outer Loops\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4.4. Overall Modes of Operation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4.5. Control Process\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4.6. Control Axes\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4.7. Controller\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4.8. Actuator\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4.9. Open-Source Commercial Autopilots\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.5. Sensors Supporting the Autopilot\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.5.1. Altimeter\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.5.2. Airspeed Sensor\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.5.3. Attitude Sensors\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.5.4. GPS\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.5.5. Accelerometers\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.6. Navigation and Target Location\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.7. Controlling Payloads\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.7.1. Signal Relay Payloads\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.7.2. Atmospheric, Radiological, and Environmental Monitoring\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.7.3. Imaging and Pseudo-Imaging Payloads\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.8. Controlling the Mission\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.9. Autonomy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Four Payloads \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 Reconnaissance\/Surveillance Payloads \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.2. Imaging Sensors\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3. Target Detection, Recognition, and Identification\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3.1. Sensor Resolution\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3.2. Target Contrast\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3.3. Transmission through the Atmosphere\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3.4. Target Signature\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3.5. Display Characteristics\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3.6. Range Prediction Procedure\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3.7. A few Considerations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3.8. Pitfalls\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.4. The Search Process\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.4.1. Types of Search\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.4.2. Field of View\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.4.3. Search Pattern\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.4.4. Search Time\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5. Other Considerations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5.1. Location and Installation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5.2. Stabilization of the Line of Sight\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5.3. Gyroscope and Gimbal\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5.4. Gimbal-Gyro Configuration\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5.5. Thermal Design\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5.6. Environmental Conditions Affecting Stabilization\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5.7. Boresight\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5.8. Stabilization Design\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 Weapon Payloads \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.2. History of Lethal Unmanned Aircraft\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.3. Mission Requirements for Armed Utility UAVs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.4. Design Issues Related to Carriage and Delivery of Weapons\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.4.1. Payload Capacity\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.4.2. Structural Issues\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.4.3. Electrical Interfaces\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.4.4. Electromagnetic Interference\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.4.5. Launch Constraints for Legacy Weapons\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.4.6. Safe Separation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.4.7. Data Links\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.4.8. Payload Location\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.5. Signature Reduction\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.5.1. Acoustical Signatures\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.5.2. Visual Signatures\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.5.3. Infrared Signatures\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.5.4. Radar Signatures\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.5.5. Emitted Signals\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.5.6. Active Susceptibility Reduction Measures\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.6. Autonomy for Weapon Payloads\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.6.1. Fundamental Concept\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.6.2. Rules of Engagement\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Other Payloads \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2. Radar\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2.1. General Radar Considerations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2.2. Synthetic Aperture Radar\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.3. Electronic Warfare\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.4. Chemical Detection\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.5. Nuclear Radiation Sensors\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.6. Meteorological and Environmental Sensors\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.7. Pseudo-Satellites\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.8. Robotic Arm\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.9. Package and Cargo\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.10. Urban Air Mobility\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Five \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eData Links\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13 Data-Link Functions and Attributes \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2. Background\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.3. Data-Link Functions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.4. Desirable Data-Link Attributes\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.4.1. Worldwide Availability\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.4.2. Resistance to Unintentional Interference\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.4.3. Low Probability of Intercept (LPI)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.4.4. Security\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.4.5. Resistance to Deception\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.4.6. Anti-ARM\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.4.7. Anti-Jam\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.4.8. Digital Data Links\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.4.9. Signal Strength\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.5. System Interface Issues\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.5.1. Mechanical and Electrical\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.5.2. Data-Rate Restrictions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.5.3. Control-Loop Delays\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.5.4. Interoperability, Interchangeability, and Commonality\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.6. Antennas\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.6.1. Omnidirectional Antenna\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.6.2. Parabolic Reflectors\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.6.3. Array\/Directional Antennas\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.6.4. Lens Antennas\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.7. Data Link Frequency\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14 Data-Link Margin \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.2. Sources of Data-Link Margin\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.2.1. Transmitter Power\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.2.2. Antenna Gain\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.2.3. Processing Gain\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.3. Anti-Jam Margin\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.3.1. Definition of Anti-Jam Margin\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.3.2. Jammer Geometry\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.3.3. System Implications of AJ Capability\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.3.4. Anti-Jam Uplinks\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.4. Propagation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.4.1. Obstruction of the Propagation Path\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.4.2. Atmospheric Absorption\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.4.3. Precipitation Losses\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.5. Data-Link Signal-to-Noise Budget\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e15 Data-Rate Reduction \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.2. Compression Versus Truncation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.3. Video Data\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.3.1. Gray Scale\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.3.2. Encoding of Gray Scale\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.3.3. Effects of Bandwidth Compression on Operator Performance\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.3.4. Frame Rate\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.3.5. Control Loop Mode\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.3.6. Forms of Truncation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.3.7. Summary\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.4. Non-Video Data\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.5. Location of the Data-Rate Reduction Function\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16 Data-Link Tradeoffs \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.2 Basic Tradeoffs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.3. Pitfalls of “Putting Off” Data-Link Issues\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.4. Future Technology\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Six \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLaunch and Recovery\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e17 Launch Systems \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.2. Conventional Takeoff XXX\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.3. Basic Considerations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.4. Launch Methods for Fixed-Wing Air Vehicles\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.4.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.4.2. Rail Launchers\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.4.3. Pneumatic Launchers\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.4.4. Hydraulic-Pneumatic Launchers\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.4.5. Zero Length RATO Launch of UAVs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.4.6. Tube Launch\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.5. Rocket Assisted Takeoff xxx\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.5.1. RATO Configuration\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.5.2. Ignition Systems\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.5.3. Expended RATO Separation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.5.4. Other Launch Equipment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.5.5. Energy (Impulse) Required\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.5.6. Propellant Weight Required\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.5.7. Thrust, Burning Time, and Acceleration\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.6. Vertical Takeoff\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e18 Recovery Systems \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.2. Conventional Landing\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.3. Vertical Net Systems\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.4. Parachute Recovery\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.5. VTOL UAVs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.6. Mid-Air Retrieval\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.7. Shipboard Recovery\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.8. Break-Apart Landing\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.9. Skid and Belly Landing\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.10. Suspended Cables\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e19 Launch and Recovery Tradeoffs \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19.1. UAV Launch Method Tradeoffs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19.2. Recovery Method Tradeoffs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19.3. Overall Conclusions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e20 Rotary-Wing UAVs and Quadcopters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.2. Rotary-Wing Configurations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.2.1. Single Rotor\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.2.2. Twin Co-axial Rotors\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.2.3. Twin Tandem Rotors\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.2.4. Multi-copter\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.3. Hybrid UAVs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.3.1. Tilt Rotor\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.3.2. Tilt Wing\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.3.3. Thrust Vectoring\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.3.4. Fixed-Wing Quadcopter Combination\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.4. Quadcopters\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.4.1. Overview\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.4.2. Aerodynamics\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20.4.3. Control\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe late \u003cb\u003ePaul Fahlstrom\u003c\/b\u003e was a Naval Aviator (Marine Pilot) who held positions at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center and the Department of Transportation. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe late \u003cb\u003eThomas Gleason, PhD,\u003c\/b\u003e was Founder of Gleason Research Associates, an engineering and scientific analysis firm conducting evaluations related to missile and sensor systems. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMohammad H. Sadraey\u003c\/b\u003e is Associate Professor of Aeronautical Engineering at Southern New Hampshire University. He has authored five books, including \u003ci\u003eAircraft Design: A Systems Engineering Approach and Aircraft Performance Analysis.\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe latest edition of the leading resource on unmanned aerial vehicle systems\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn the newly revised Fifth Edition of \u003ci\u003eIntroduction to UAV Systems\u003c\/i\u003e, an expert team of aviators, engineers, and researchers delivers the fundamentals of UAV systems for both professionals and students in UAV courses. Suitable for students in Aerospace Engineering programs, as well as Flight and Aeronautics programs, this new edition now includes end-of-chapter questions and online instructor ancillaries that make it an ideal textbook. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the perfect complement to the author’s \u003ci\u003eDesign of Unmanned Aerial Systems\u003c\/i\u003e, this book includes the history, classes, and missions of UAVs. 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