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    Solar Powered Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles: A Review

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    Authors
    Elatab, Nazek cc
    Mishra, Rishabh B.
    Alshanbari, Reem
    Hussain, Muhammad Mustafa cc
    KAUST Department
    Computer, Electrical and Mathematical Science and Engineering (CEMSE) Division
    Electrical and Computer Engineering
    Electrical and Computer Engineering Program
    Integrated Nanotechnology Lab
    Smart, Advanced Memory devices and Applications (SAMA) Lab Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Thuwal 23955-6900 Saudi Arabia (KSA)
    Date
    2021-10-27
    Embargo End Date
    2022-09-08
    Submitted Date
    2021-07-08
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    http://hdl.handle.net/10754/671135
    
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    Abstract
    In recent years, there has been an increasing demand for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with various capabilities suitable for both military and civilian applications. There is also a substantial interest in the development of novel drones that can fly autonomously in different environments and locations and perform various missions. Nevertheless, current battery-powered UAVs are limited by their flight range. Consequently, several approaches are being developed to enhance the flight endurance of drones, including augmenting the drone with solar power. In this review paper, we identify the different classifications of drones that have been developed based on their weight and flight range. Then, we explain the design challenges of the electrical systems embedded in the flying drones. Next, we discuss in detail approaches used to increase the flight endurance using various types of solar cells with respect to their materials and mechanical flexibility, in addition to various navigation and control approaches. Finally, limitations of existing solar-powered UAVs are presented in addition to proposed solutions and recommendations for the next generation of drones.
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    El-Atab, N., Mishra, R. B., Alshanbari, R., & Hussain, M. M. (2021). Solar Powered Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles: A Review. Energy Technology. doi:10.1002/ente.202100587
    Publisher
    Wiley
    Journal
    Energy Technology
    DOI
    10.1002/ente.202100587
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    https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ente.202100587
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    10.1002/ente.202100587
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    Articles; Electrical and Computer Engineering Program; Integrated Nanotechnology Lab; Computer, Electrical and Mathematical Science and Engineering (CEMSE) Division

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