Course Content
C9: Drone Mission Planning & Calibration
  1. The Role of the Gyroscope

    • The gyroscope tells the flight controller how much the drone is tilting.

    • If the drone starts to lean left, the gyroscope senses the movement and signals the motors to correct it.

    • This happens many times every second, keeping the drone steady even in wind.

  2. The Role of the Accelerometer

    • The accelerometer senses movement and direction changes.

    • It helps the drone know whether it’s going forward, backward, or climbing.

    • It works with the gyroscope to prevent wobbling and drifting.

  3. The Role of the Compass

    • The compass acts like a navigator, showing the drone which direction it’s facing.

    • Without a properly calibrated compass, the drone might lose its sense of direction or spin out of control.

  4. Why Calibration Is Important

    • Sensors can become slightly inaccurate due to temperature, magnetic fields, or vibrations.

    • Calibration resets them to “zero,” ensuring correct readings.

A well-calibrated drone means smoother, safer, and more predictable flights.

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