The Sprite aerial robot

Abstract

Explains the raison d’être of the Sprite aerial robot and describes the system engineering, including a description of a range of interchangeable payloads to suit various mission applications. Outlines the performance and control of the robot, and discusses its special characteristics, showing its adaptability for a number of roles, military and civilian. Identifies further applications of the system, which has been trialled in a number of applications worldwide. Finally, explains its current status and indicates the first costs of the system.