The Science of Autonomous Flight: How Drones Work [S-25-34]

Drones, quadcopters, UAVs: these versatile flying machines have become indispensable in modern society, serving roles as diverse as capturing breathtaking aerial photography and bolstering national defense. But how do they achieve stable flight and navigate autonomously? In this course, we will explore the fascinating world of drones through an accessible introduction to the hardware, software, and mathematical principles that power them.

Dr. Kevin Angstadt is a professor at St. Lawrence University, where he teaches a wide breadth of computer science courses. His research expertise is in the intersection of hardware and software, where he focuses on programming support, resilience, and security for emerging hardware technologies, such as autonomous drones and special-purpose computer processors.

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