Moving Target Tracking System for UAV

Abstract

This paper presents the development of the flight capability of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to track moving targets. Tracking moving targets is a crucial task that requires precision and efficiency to ensure the success of UAV missions. To achieve this, an automatic camera control system is implemented to command the camera's gimbal unit, enabling it to pan and tilt in response to the target's movement. The objective is to capture the moving target within the camera's view, ensuring it remains within the monitor's frame. The camera control system is purposed to keep the image centered on the monitor at all times. The system's effectiveness is evaluated through flight tests, where UAVs track moving targets. The results demonstrate the system's ability to effectively control the camera, preventing the image from going off the monitor and ensuring consistent performance tracking of the target and highlighting its ability to keep the target within the monitor's view throughout the mission.