This project aims at creating a backup remote control system for a multicopter-type UAV for use in the conditions of other planetary bodies.

Our solution allows the operator to take control of a drone in any off-nominal situation. The control is simple, intuitive and reliable as 100% data integrity is provided with TCP/IP connection protocol.

Plug-and-play philosophy adaptable to any ROS-enabled robotic system with no changes to the code.

Ground vehicles and plane-type UAVs both on other planets and on Earth can be connected.

Software flexibility allows to simulate craft’s behavior in any atmospheric conditions on different planetary bodies.

ROS/Gazebo combination can be used to test a particular method or task in simulated environment before actual implementation.

References for used materials:
https://www.ros.org/ - ROS framework

http://gazebosim.org/ - ROS-compatible real-world simulator

https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/moons/saturn-moons/ti... - NASA materials on Titan

https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/planets/mars/overview... - NASA materials on Mars

https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/planets/venus/overvie... - NASA materials on Venus

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atmosphere_of_Mars - Common Mars info

http://wiki.ros.org/mavros - Mavros package description

https://Blender.org - 3D editor

https://github.com/VladislavHolets/NASA_SpaceApps - Server application GitHub

https://gitlab.com/Denvys5/hackaton_mars_control - Mobile application Git repository