Sistema telemetrizado de carga inalámbrica utilizando tecnología inteligente para vehículos aéreos no tripulados (UAV) en la Universidad Técnica de Ambato

Abstract

This research focused on the implementation of a telemetry-enabled wireless charging system with smart technology for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) at the Technical University of Ambato. It began with an analysis of the deficiencies in the traditional wired charging process for UAVs, identifying the need for a more efficient solution. A detailed study was conducted on wireless charging technologies, including the mathematical foundation for energy transfer by induction. Additionally, different types of cables were compared for the design of inductors, considering the losses generated during energy transmission. Telemetry modules and an IoT architecture were implemented for real-time data acquisition from the UAV during missions and from the charging station in its active and inactive states. The methodology included the design and integration of these systems to ensure the efficiency and reliability of the charging process. A server was developed to store the data obtained from the IoT architecture at both the wireless charging station and the UAV. Using the MQTT communication protocol and a MySQL database, control and report generation were carried out, which could be visualized on a Grafana dashboard. The results showed that the wireless charging system significantly reduces the downtime of UAVs and improves operational efficiency. The implementation of the IoT architecture enabled real-time monitoring, facilitating the management and maintenance of the UAVs.