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Which of the following is NOT a setting for Path Missions?
Which of the following is NOT a setting for Path Missions?
Importing KML files is one way to define waypoints for a path mission.
Importing KML files is one way to define waypoints for a path mission.
True (A)
What is the recommended action for mission finish for safe operation?
What is the recommended action for mission finish for safe operation?
Return to Docking Station (RTDS)
The drone's orientation relative to the flight path is fixed using the ______ yaw mode.
The drone's orientation relative to the flight path is fixed using the ______ yaw mode.
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Match the following settings with their descriptions:
Match the following settings with their descriptions:
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What is the default takeoff behavior of a drone in a path mission, described before specifying a safe altitude?
What is the default takeoff behavior of a drone in a path mission, described before specifying a safe altitude?
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Tags are used to limit a mission to specific members and devices from defined sites.
Tags are used to limit a mission to specific members and devices from defined sites.
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What are the two methods for creating path missions?
What are the two methods for creating path missions?
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Using the imaging sensors helps with optimal memory usage during flight by selecting what ______ to record.
Using the imaging sensors helps with optimal memory usage during flight by selecting what ______ to record.
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Which of the following is a waypoint-specific setting?
Which of the following is a waypoint-specific setting?
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Study Notes
Path Missions
- Path missions allow drones to follow a predefined route, navigating through waypoints.
- Waypoints are reference points defining the drone's trajectory.
- Ideal for security and asset inspection tasks.
Creating Path Missions
- Two methods:
- Create mission: define waypoints by left-clicking on the map.
- Import KML: import waypoint paths from GIS platforms using KML files.
Mission Settings
- Name: Identifies the mission.
- Sites: Determines mission accessibility, limiting it to members and devices from defined sites.
- Tags: Categorize missions with keywords for easy organization and retrieval.
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Route Altitude:
- Set using altitude references (relative to takeoff point, above sea level, or above ground level).
- Currently, only relative to takeoff point is available.
Drone Takeoff Settings
- Default Takeoff Altitude: Drone rises directly to the first waypoint altitude.
- Safe Takeoff Altitude: Drone ascends to a preset height to avoid obstacles before proceeding to the mission.
Route Settings
- Speed: Determines the drone's speed along the route.
- Waypoint Type: Defines how the drone navigates between waypoints, usually using a linear route.
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Drone Yaw Mode:
- Lock Yaw: Fixes the drone's yaw (orientation) relative to the flight path.
Payload Settings
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Gimbal Control:
- Manually control the gimbal during the mission.
- Set automatic gimbal movements based on waypoints.
- Imaging Sensors: Select active sensors (IR, wide-angle, zoom cameras) for optimal memory usage during flight.
Mission Finish Actions
- Return to Docking Station (RTDS): Drone returns to its starting point.
- Hover at First Waypoint: Drone remains stationary at the first waypoint.
- Hover at Last Waypoint: Drone remains stationary at the last waypoint.
- RTDS is recommended for safe and nominal operation.
Waypoint Specific Settings
- Waypoint Location: Manually adjust waypoint positions.
- Drone Altitude: Set altitude at each waypoint.
- Speed: Control speed at specific waypoints.
- Waypoint Type: Override default route settings for specific waypoints (linear or other).
- Waypoint Actions: Define drone actions at waypoints, including media capture, yaw changes, and gimbal adjustments.
- Next Waypoint Approach Settings: Control drone yaw and gimbal pitch when transitioning from one waypoint to the next.
Smart Selection Tools
- Single Click: Select waypoints individually in any order.
- Sequential Selection: Select a series of waypoints by selecting the first and last ones.
- Copy Last Waypoint: Apply the settings from the most recently created waypoint to newly created waypoints.
Mission Execution
- Fleet View: Locate and execute missions using filters.
- Preflight Checklist: Conduct necessary pre-flight checks before launching the mission.
- Mission Calendar: Schedule mission execution for a later date.
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Description
Explore the fundamentals of path missions in drone navigation, including waypoint definition and mission settings. This quiz covers methods for creating path missions and configuring takeoff settings, ideal for security and asset inspection tasks.
