1. Avalon.
- Author
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Erckens, Hendrik, Büsser, Gion-Andri, Pradalier, Cédric, and Siegwart, Roland Y.
- Subjects
SHIPBUILDING ,BOAT design & construction ,ROBUST control ,NAVIGATION equipment - Abstract
The article discusses the navigation and control system for Avalon, an autonomous sailing vessel. It states that this boat was designed to compete in the Microtranstat Challenge and withstand the harsh condition of the Atlantic Ocean. It examines the vessel's robust mechanical design and navigation software which will create its optimal navigation course and control the boat in efficient manner. It adds that there is a demand for autonomous sailboats to be implemented in manned sailing vessels.
- Published
- 2010
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