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Project Management and Novelty
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8.
Project Management
A structured project management approach is followed to ensure timely delivery of the
ANAV. Responsibilities are assigned as follows:
Secondary
Task Main Responsibility Deadline
Responsibility
Team Lead,
Hardware Procurement 30-01-2025 Team Member 3, 5
member 1
Software Development Team Member 4, 7 20-02-2025 Team Member 1, 8
Integration and Assembly Team Member 5, 6 28-02-2025 Team Member 3, 9
Testing and Validation Team Member 2, 8 10-03-2025 Team Member 1, Lead
Documentation and
Team Member 4, Lead 15-15-2024 Team Member 6, 7
Proposal
Strategy for Schedule Management:
Milestones are set for each phase: design, development, testing, and final validation.
Regular progress reviews are conducted to identify bottlenecks and address them
promptly.
9. Novelty in the Overall Proposal
The following novel features distinguish our proposal:
1. Adaptation to GNSS-Deprived Environments: Unlike most existing ANAV systems
that rely on GNSS or external positioning aids, this project focuses on complete autonomy
using only onboard sensors. This design aligns with Martian exploration constraints,
making it highly innovative for planetary missions.
2. Topography-Based Safe Spot Detection: Current ANAV models often use markers,
colours, or predefined GPS waypoints for navigation and landing. This project uniquely
leverages real-time terrain mapping using LiDAR and stereo cameras to detect and select
safe spots based on topography.
3. Slope Adaptability in Landing: Many commercial drones are optimized for flat surface
landings. The proposed ANAV features customized landing gear and control algorithms
for stability on slopes up to 20°.
4. Cost-Effective and Modular Design: While existing ANAV models are often expensive
and rigid, this project uses a modular carbon fiber frame (S500) and open-source platforms
(e.g., Pixhawk/ArduPilot), achieving high performance at a fraction of the cost.
5. Real-Time Terrain Scanning and Navigation: Most ANAV systems depend on pre-
mapped environments. This project uses real-time scanning for navigation, boundary
detection, and landing, enabling operations in unknown and dynamic environments.
6. Planetary Mission Focus: Commercial ANAVs are typically designed for Earth-based
applications (e.g., surveying, delivery). This project is specifically tailored for
extraterrestrial environments, including Martian-like terrains with varying slopes, dust,
and low visibility.
10. Alignment of the Proposed ANAV Model with ISRO’s Vision
a. Focus on Planetary Exploration:
ISRO’s Goal: Expand India’s capability in planetary missions (e.g., Chandrayaan,
Mangalyaan, Aditya-L1).
ANAV’s Alignment: The ANAV is specifically tailored for GNSS-deprived
environments like Mars, mimicking real Martian exploration challenges. Its
autonomous topography-based navigation and slope landing capabilities make it an
ideal fit for ISRO’s exploratory ambitions.
b. Resource Optimization:
ISRO’s Approach: Utilize innovative engineering and cross-functional resource-
sharing to reduce costs.
ANAV’s Alignment: By combining open-source software (PX4/ArduPilot), a
lightweight frame, and cost-effective sensors, the ANAV exemplifies efficient
resource utilization.
c. Cost-Efficiency:
ISRO’s Approach: Achieve more with less through optimal design and local
manufacturing.
ANAV’s Alignment: The ANAV leverages an S500 carbon fiber frame and off-the-
shelf components, enabling the development of an autonomous aerial vehicle at a
minimal price. This aligns with ISRO’s strategy of reducing dependency on expensive
imports while maximizing functionality.