Research on optimal deep learning‐based formation flight positioning of UAV

Abstract

SummaryThe article examines the positional relationships and transmission/reception signal direction information within unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) cluster formations. Considering the distinctive characteristics of various formation shapes (such as circle and cone), a study is conducted on the polar and Cartesian coordinate systems in neural network models to address position deviation issues arising in UAV formation flights. The passive receiving signal UAV positioning model is established by applying the triangular cosine theorem. Additionally, the position relationship model of the UAV is formulated using optimization theory. The article introduces a deep learning‐based deviated UAV adjustment algorithm designed to automatically adjust UAV positions. This is achieved by establishing a triangular relationship between the passive signal receiving UAV and other UAVs. The implementation involves C# programming and MATLAB visualization. The proposed method not only resolves UAV positioning and position adjustment challenges but also optimizes the adjustment strategy. This optimization leads to maximum savings in time and distance costs associated with sending and receiving signals among UAVs, thereby enhancing the overall performance of UAVs during flights.