DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF A MINE DETECTION DRONE

Abstract

In recent years, there has been a notable surge in global drone utilization, driven by escalating demand for their versatile applications, particularly within the military sector, where they are predominantly employed for reconnaissance purposes. This project addresses a significant challenge faced by the defense sector: the reliance on conventional minesweeping methods, fraught with considerable risk and often resulting in unavoidable casualties. The project endeavors to develop an autonomous aerial vehicle for mine detection, aiming to eliminate the necessity for manual detection entirely. This involves the design and implementation of a specialized mine detection drone capable of autonomously scanning designated areas for mines and promptly relaying pertinent information to the operator. A comprehensive literature review will be conducted to help the design considerations for such drone systems, encompassing factors such as wingspan, maximum take-off weight, operational range, payload capacity, endurance, and other relevant parameters. Beyond the physical construction of the drone, the literature review will inform the selection of sensors, instrumentation, and data processing methodologies essential for effective mine detection. The anticipated outcome of this project is the fabrication of a scaled drone tailored for mine detection, engineered from inception to possess the capability to identify landmines with a high degree of accuracy.