Efficient Route Planning and Navigation in Drones Using Pixhawk Autopilot

The Pixhawk quadcopter drone is a highly adaptable and customizable drone system utilized globally in various applications, including national security, aerial mapping, surveillance, and exploration. Its open-source nature and community-driven approach enable users to customize the drone according to their own requirements. With its advanced features such as GPS tracking, a sophisticated camera system, and real-time monitoring functions, the Pixhawk drone is well-suited for activities including surveillance, infrastructure inspection, and search and rescue missions. Its capacity to navigate through densely populated metropolitan areas and provide superior aerial video and high-quality footage makes it an ideal solution for a range of users worldwide. The system architecture involves a comprehensive review of existing literature, case studies, and practical examples from leading autonomous Pixhawk drones. A structured framework is proposed for mapping areas, flying to a point, returning to the automatic starting point, and continuous monitoring capabilities. The study highlights the practical implications of implementing Pixhawk quadcopter drones. The drone's system architecture is based on the open-source flight controller, Pixhawk, which supports multiple flying modes and enables precise capturing of human pilot data.