Is it possible to build autopilot system with APM, raspberry pie, 3g dongol, gps module but no remote control system, everything controlled by APM only?
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Is it possible to build autopilot system with APM, raspberry pie, 3g dongol, gps module but no remote control system, everything controlled by APM only?
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Thank you friends, It was very helpful for me. Cheers!!!!
the control is necessary for activate the autonomous control ?
My system needs a manual flight mode for safety. I don't have to hold the transmitter, but I do need some way to change flight modes in the air with a long range proven link. I use my radio to switch to RTL flight mode when the telemetry gets out of range or the MavLink has a problem. My control radio is far more stable and longer range than my MavLink radio.
Yes. I built a PixHawk/APM powered Hex copter at work for a project using nothing but COTS components. Last few flights I completely weened it off RC control. The Arming procedure using a PC gamepad is a bit precarious with the spring centered "throttle" stick, but otherwise a perfectly fine setup. I flew waypoints and pilot-in-loop maneuvers using just a laptop, gamepad, and data link radios. The RC receiver on the bird was disconnected.
The same should be capable using a Tablet running Tower or Droid Planner as well.