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050		4	_aTL685.35 .T479 2017
082	0		_a629.13339
100	1		_aTerwilliger, Brent.
245	1	0	_aSmall Unmanned Aircraft Systems Guide : _bExploring Designs, Operations, Regulations, and Economics.
250			_a1st ed.
264		1	_aNewcastle : _bAviation Supplies & Academics, Inc., _c2017.
264		4	_c©2017.
300			_a1 online resource (283 pages)
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
505	0		_aCover -- Copyright -- Contents -- Illustrations -- Foreword -- Acknowledgments -- About the Authors -- Introduction -- Abbreviations -- Chapter1 - History of UAS: where did they come from and where are they headed? -- Introduction -- Early Predecessors -- Unmanned Aircraft Development -- From Tactical to Transformational Technology -- Transition from UAV to UAS -- Open Source to Crowdfunding -- Related Technology and Innovative Development -- Regulations Set the Stage for the (R)evolution -- Chapter 2 - Application of sUAS: Understanding Uses -- Introduction -- Common Uses -- Recreation and Hobby -- Precision Agriculture -- Public Safety and Service -- Communications -- Aerial Filming -- Cargo Transport -- Environmental Monitoring -- Training and Education -- Research -- Emerging Uses and Challenges -- On the Horizon -- Chapter 3 - Variety of Design: Exploring the Technological Possibilities -- Introduction -- Platform Design Configurations -- Important Terms and Concepts -- Platform Types -- Categories and Designations -- Platform Selection Considerations -- System Composition -- Major Elements and Equipment -- Aerial Element -- Payload -- Ground-Based Command, Control, and Communications (C3) -- Human Element -- Support Equipment -- Chapter 4 - Legal, Environmental, and Operational considerations: a Map to Navigate the Maze -- Introduction -- Regulatory Framework -- Maintaining Safety in the National Airspace System -- Model Aircraft and sUAS -- Approved Operation of UAS -- Regulatory Policies and Resources -- Operating Environment -- Visibility -- Altitude -- Hazards and Obstacles -- Operational Environments -- Weather -- Environmental Considerations -- SUAS Operations -- General Aeronautical Knowledge -- Fixed-Wing Flight -- Remote Pilot-in-Command and Visual Observer Coordination -- Autonomous (Automatic) Operation -- Geofencing.
505	8		_aData Capture and processing -- Operational Planning and Preparation -- Schedule, Coordinate, and Conduct Operations -- Hour Logging and Reporting -- Maintenance, Calibration, and Diagnosis -- sUAS Operational Considerations -- Chapter 5 - Business of Unmanned Aviation from Agencies to Startups -- Introduction -- UAS Stakeholders -- Organizational Structures -- Stakeholder Roles and Collaboration -- Business Opportunity and Development -- Starting a Business -- In Field Employment -- Acquisition, Support, and Cost Planning -- Incorporating sUAS Operations -- Growth Areas and Challenges -- Chapter 6 - Preparing for the Future: Accurate Information Makes All the Difference -- Introduction -- Finding Information -- Regulatory Information -- UAS Test Sites and Center of Excellence -- Government-Sponsored, Advocacy, and Public Outreach organizations -- UAS-Related News -- User Communities and Networks -- Journals/Scientific Publishing -- Conferences, Symposiums, and Events -- Insurance Providers -- Legal Support and Representation -- Other Web-Based Resources -- UAS Reports and Documents -- Author-Produced UAS Materials -- Figure Credits -- Index.
588			_aDescription based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
590			_aElectronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2024. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
650		0	_aDrone aircraft.
650		0	_aDrone aircraft-History.
655		4	_aElectronic books.
700	1		_aIson, David C.
700	1		_aRobbins, John.
700	1		_aVincenzi, Dennis.
776	0	8	_iPrint version: _aTerwilliger, Brent _tSmall Unmanned Aircraft Systems Guide _dNewcastle : Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc.,c2017 _z9781619543942
797	2		_aProQuest (Firm)
856	4	0	_uhttps://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/orpp/detail.action?docID=5631327 _zClick to View
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