Power optimization of unmanned aerial vehicles using solar energy

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV’s), widely known as drones are being extensively used for many applications including defence and commercial needs. Though UAV’s are being widely accepted, there are few limitations of its own. One such limitation is the endurance that the vehicle can achieve with the existing power source used. Hence, this paper is proposed to motivate research on aerospace renewable energy sources and primary aims was to make calculations and respective designs to create an e-aircraft model, capable of powering its flight using solar energy, overcoming the challenges by increasing the range and endurance of the UAV using the solar power. The creation of power depends on the working geographical region, climate and number of solar cells used on the UAV. The project deals with the design, construct, flight test of a solar powered UAV. Finally, a prototype will be developed which has better range and endurance.