The Fraunhofer lead project ALBACOPTER® is setting new standards in aviation technology. As part of the project, an innovative "smart propeller" was developed that enables predictive condition monitoring of propulsion systems. The technology offers promising approaches for a wide range of industrial applications.
The intelligent propellers can be integrated into drone systems in a variety of ways. The use of drones offers enormous potential for various industries, including
- Agriculture: precise monitoring of fields and accurate application of crop protection products
- Search and rescue: Effective search for missing persons in rough terrain
- Delivery services: Safe and reliable delivery of parcels in all weather conditions
Contribution of the Fraunhofer IOSB
With its expertise from the Measurement, Control and Diagnostic Systems (MRD) and Interoperability and Assistance Systems (IAS) departments, Fraunhofer IOSB is particularly involved in the areas of flight monitoring, functional diagnostics, trajectory planning and remote control, as well as in the creation of a digital twin of the ALBACOPTER® for front loading based on a modular simulation platform.
Read the Fraunhofer IMS press release.