Derivation and Flight Test Validation of Maximum Rate of Climb during Takeoff for Fixed-Wing UAV Driven by Propeller Engine

In recent years, the use of fixed-wing Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) has expanded, and the use of fixed-wing UAVs is expected to expand due to their usefulness for long-range operations. Different from manned aircraft, no provision is required regarding climb angle at takeoff for fixed-wing UAVs....

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Main Authors: Katsumi Watanabe, Takuma Shibata, Masazumi Ueba
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-03-01
Series:Aerospace
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2226-4310/11/3/233