Formation and reconfiguration control for nonholonomic UAVs with velocity constraints

Fang Liao, Jian Liang Wang

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Abstract

In this paper, an unified consensus-based feedback control strategy is proposed for formation and reconfiguration control of nonholonomic UAVs with velocity constraints. A state-dependent network topology is used to model the communication links among UAVs. Based on the conception of consensus, proportional and integral (PI) control of the relative position between vehicles is introduced to achieve and maintain a desired formation configuration. A bounded time-varying control parameter is designed for each UAV to ensure that its velocity always satisfy the given velocity constraints. The proposed control strategy is shown to guarantee that the multi-UAV system converge to a desired formation configuration subject to the given velocity constraints. An example is used to demonstrate the proposed approach.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAIAA Guidance, Navigation, and Control Conference 2012
PublisherAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc.
ISBN (Print)9781600869389
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2012
Externally publishedYes
EventAIAA Guidance, Navigation, and Control Conference 2012 - Minneapolis, MN, United States
Duration: 13 Aug 201216 Aug 2012

Publication series

NameAIAA Guidance, Navigation, and Control Conference 2012

Conference

ConferenceAIAA Guidance, Navigation, and Control Conference 2012
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityMinneapolis, MN
Period13/08/1216/08/12

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Control and Systems Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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