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Takeoff Parameters

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Takeoff Parameters

Mission Planner Software

  • Open the mission planning software on your Ground Control Station (GCS).
  • Navigate to the takeoff parameters section in the software.
  • Familiarize yourself with the various views:

Plan View Tools

The Plan Tools are used for creating missions, adding waypoints, and navigating the map.

  • File: Opens the "Create Plan" window to start a blank mission, survey, corridor scan, or structure scan. You can also load, save, or clear missions here.
  • Takeoff/Land: Sets the takeoff location.
  • Waypoint: Activates waypoint mode for placement on the map.
  • Region of Interest (ROI): Activates ROI mode for placing specific points of interest.
  • Pattern: Adds selected patterns directly to the Mission Command List.
  • Return: Sets a "Return to Launch" (RTL) location.
  • Center: Re-centers the map based on the Mission, Launch, Vehicle, or a specified location.

Fly View and Toolbar

The Fly View displays the real-time positions of connected vehicles and their missions.

  • Fly Toolbar: Provides UI settings, sensor/vehicle status, message logs, GPS info, and battery percentage.
  • Harris Aerial Logo: Accesses "Analyze Tools" (flight logs, MAVLink inspector), "Simulation Tools," and "Application Settings" (units, offline maps).
  • Flight Readiness Indicator: A color-coded status bar:
  • Green: Ready to Fly / Armed / Flying.
  • Amber: Warning (select text for details).
  • Red: Serious problem.
  • Status Bar: Icons for GPS (count, lock, HDOP/VDOP) and Battery (charge state, voltage, consumption).

EFI Telemetry & Tools

This widget monitors the Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system and generator status.

  • Telemetry Overlay: Monitors real-time data including RPM, throttle %, voltage, cylinder head temperature, and generator run time.
  • Generator State Toggle:
  • STOP: Default state; shuts down the generator.
  • IDLE: For pull-starting or cooling down after flight.
  • RUN: Ready-state for takeoff.
  • Fuel & Battery Monitoring:
  • EFI: Manually set fuel percentage based on actual fuel added (e.g., 4L in a 6L tank = 66%).
  • Hydrone: Displays hydrogen percentage and battery voltage monitors.

Interface Components

  • Instrument Panel: Displays general vehicle telemetry.
  • Attitude/Compass: Provides a virtual horizon and heading info.
  • Confirmation Slider: A context-sensitive slider used to confirm requested operations.

Map/Camera Toggle: Located in the bottom left corner to switch views.

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Set Takeoff Altitude

  • Input the desired takeoff altitude in the mission planning software. This is the height the drone will ascend to immediately after takeoff.
  • Ensure the altitude is high enough to clear any immediate obstacles but not so high as to interfere with other air traffic or operations.

Set Takeoff Path

  • Define the initial flight path the drone will follow after takeoff. This should be a clear, straight path to avoid any nearby obstacles.
  • Ensure the path is free from buildings, trees, power lines, and other potential hazards.

Clear Takeoff Area

  • Physically inspect the takeoff area to ensure it is free from obstacles and debris.
  • Confirm that there are no people, animals, or moving objects in the vicinity that could interfere with the takeoff.

Monitor Initial Ascent

  • During the drone's initial ascent, closely monitor its path and behavior using the GCS.
  • Be prepared to take manual control if the drone deviates from the planned path or encounters an unexpected obstacle.

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