Mission Planner

The code’s performance is tested using a simulator called Mission Planner. A virtual  vehicle is created with Dronekit’s Software in the Loop (SITL). MAVProxy is then used to create a bridged connection with Mission Planner with the UDP Port 14550 ). Finally, we moved and visualized the simulated drone on Mission Planner using a Python Code . 

Mission planner allows the user to complete the following tasks

1. Load the Firmware (software) in the Autopilot Board 

2. Establish, configure, and set your vehicle for optimal performance. 

3. Plan, save, and load autonomous missions in the Autopilot Board. 

4. Download the mission logs created after every mission. 

5. Control the vehicle with pre-programmed code scripts or the actions button on the Interface. 

6. Connect to a simulated vehicle (SITL) via UDP.

MAVProxy is a  portable Ground Control Station for  the Unarmed Ariel Vehicle. A connection between the simulated vehicle in SITL and Mission Planner is made through MAVproxy, using TCP and UDP protocols.