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This study introduces a hybrid communication system for micro air vehicles (MAVs) exploring indoor spaces. The network ensures reliable communication and high data rates for robotic exploration missions.

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Area of Science:

Robotics
Communication Engineering
Computer Science

Background:

Indoor robotic exploration, particularly with micro air vehicles (MAVs), requires robust communication systems.
Existing communication infrastructures often struggle to meet the dynamic demands of mobile robotic missions in unknown environments.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a hybrid communication infrastructure for MAVs in indoor exploration.
To address the differing communication needs during various stages of robotic missions.

Main Methods:

Implementation of a hybrid network combining stationary mesh nodes and mobile robotic nodes.
Operation in two distinct modes: a low-duty cycle mode for persistent sensing and routing, and a burst mode for high data rates.
Strategic allocation of frequency channels between stationary and mobile network components.

Main Results:

The hybrid network provides reliable, long-term communication paths for robotic exploration.
The system effectively maximizes data throughput when high-rate communication is required.
Demonstrated adaptability to the varying communication demands of indoor environments.

Conclusions:

A hybrid communication infrastructure is effective for enhancing the capabilities of MAVs in indoor exploration.
The proposed two-mode network design balances communication reliability with data throughput demands.
This approach supports more efficient and comprehensive robotic missions in complex indoor settings.