Contents Introduction
As new technology emerges, individuals continue to innovate creations aimed at enhancing the quality of human life. Small-scale unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) begin buzzing the skies with the ability to monitor remote areas and deliver vital supplies, requiring long-haul missions. In response to the burgeoning demand for these UAVs, a challenge arises concerning mission length due to the UAV’s power source. Lithium polymer (LiPo) batteries stand out for their impressive energy density and substantial discharging rates, enabling UAVs to consume power for optimal operational performance. With such powerful electrical consumption and discharge, it impedes the UAV’s ability to undertake prolonged flight missions due to the LiPo battery’s limited lifespan. Additionally, LiPo batteries require extensive recharging periods, averaging 2 hours until full capacity. While this correlation could be addressed by increasing the number of batteries powering the UAV, a notable paradox emerges as the increase in weight subsequently elevates the energy demand for long-distance traveling. A major challenge lies in devising a direct solution to the enhancement of LiPo batteries. For this reason, we developed an approach that augments the flight endurance of UAVs while ensuring sustainable power through the flight mission.
