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Real-Time Learning of Efficient Lift Generation on a Dynamically Scaled Flapping Wing

This work presents a successful application of a policy search algorithm to a real-time robotic learning problem, where the goal is to maximize the efficiency of lift generation on a dynamically scaled flapping robotic wing. Learning is performed for different prescribed stroke amplitudes to find the optimal wing pitching amplitude and the stroke-pitch phase difference that maximize lift generation's power loading (PL), a measure of aerodynamic efficiency.

Publication on ieeexplore.ieee.org

Visual Motion Tracking and Sensor Fusion for Kite Power Systems

Line-based estimation of the kite state, including position and heading, limits the achievable cycle efficiency of such airborne wind energy systems. Experimental results of a visual motion tracking estimation and an inertial sensor fusion on a ground-based kite power system in pumping operation are presented and compared to an existing estimation scheme based on line.

Publication on springer.com

Rapid Control Prototyping for Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) Control

Power Electronics and Motor Control Prototyping on CPU/FPGA Target Hardware with Simulink Real-Time^TM.

Transient Engine Emulation within a Laboratory Testbed for Aircraft Power Systems

This paper presents an engine emulation system utilized within a hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test environment for aircraft power systems. It focuses on the software and hardware interfaces that enable the coupling of the rotor dynamics model that provides the critical link between the modeled dynamics of the engine and the measured dynamics of the generator.

Publication on dx.doi.org