UAV Remote Control Power Adjustment for Signal Reliability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and remote control devices face energy wastage and electromagnetic radiation issues due to maintaining maximum signal transmission power at all times, especially when the remote control distance is short, leading to interference with the surrounding electromagnetic environment and potential harm to humans.
Innovation Solution
Implementing a method to dynamically adjust signal transmission power based on the remote control distance between the UAV and the remote control device, increasing power when the distance increases and decreasing it when the distance decreases, using processors and transmitters to manage power levels.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If maximum signal transmission power is maintained at all times, then good transmission of image signals and control signals at long distance can be maintained, but energy is wasted when flight is at short distance
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic adjustment of signal transmission power based on real-time detection of remote control distance. The processor continuously monitors distance between the UAV and remote control device, and the transmitter adjusts power levels accordingly - using maximum power only when distance exceeds a threshold, and reducing power when distance is within acceptable range, thus resolving the contradiction between maintaining reliable transmission and conserving energy
Solution Approach 2:
The system employs feedback mechanisms where the processor detects remote control distance and uses this information to control the transmitter's power output. This closed-loop control ensures that transmission power is optimized based on actual communication needs, preventing energy waste while maintaining signal reliability
2Reliability
If maximum transmission power is maintained for a long time period, then good transmission of signals can be ensured, but relatively large electromagnetic radiation effects are brought to human bodies located adjacent to a remote control device
Solution Approach 1:
The transmitter dynamically adjusts its power output based on detected distance conditions. When the UAV is within normal remote control distance, the system reduces transmission power to minimum necessary levels, thereby minimizing electromagnetic radiation exposure to operators and surrounding individuals while maintaining adequate signal transmission
3Reliability
If maximum transmission power is maintained for a long time period, then good transmission of signals can be ensured, but large interferences are brought to the surrounding electromagnetic environment
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements dynamic power control where the transmitter adjusts its output based on real-time distance detection. By reducing power to minimum necessary levels during normal operation and only increasing to maximum when long-distance transmission is required, the system minimizes interference with the surrounding electromagnetic environment while ensuring reliable communication
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AI summary
A method is provided for controlling a signal transmission power of at least one of an unmanned aerial vehicle (“UAV”) or a remote control device. The method includes determining whether a remote control distance between the UAV and the remote control device increases or decreases. The method also includes increasing or maintaining a signal transmission power of at least one of the UAV or the remote control device if the remote control distance increases. The method further includes decreasing or maintaining the signal transmission power of at least one of the UAV or the remote control device if the remote control distance decreases.