Innovative method of controlling the drones through the movement of the body appeared in Lausanne

A group of specialists from the Polytechnic School of Lausanne conducted a study, during which it became clear that it was much more efficient to control the drone using body movements than through a traditional joystick.

Controlling drones through the slopes of the hull is an intuitive process that allows, in addition to observing the object, to assess the environment and select targets. This is especially important when it comes to rescue operations, because the correct analysis of the situation and the environment can greatly increase the effectiveness of such operations.

The skill of building control is much easier and faster than mastering the technique of working with a joystick. According to Jennifer Milbradt, the author of the study, joysticks, of course, will continue to occupy leading positions for a long time, and pilots are able to show good results with their help, especially when it comes to racing.However, the case control system may be in demand in those industries where, in addition to traditional functions, other, specific capabilities may be required.

Specialists have developed an intuitive system "man-drone". For the experiment were invited 17 people. After putting on their bodies special IR tags, the volunteers had to follow the drone in the virtual space. As a result, the vast majority of participants took the necessary position, slightly tilting the body in one direction or another.

Based on the experiments, a technology was created that translates the commands of the hull of the human body to the drone. According to the participants, it took them only a few minutes to get used to the principles of work. During the experiment, they felt that they were completely in control of the situation at a subconscious, intuitive level.