Edgar Fernandes

Aug 15, 2024 | mdpi.com | Edgar Fernandes |Carlos A

1. IntroductionA Fixed-Wing Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) is a vehicle designed and used to transport cargo or survey an area by traversing a certain distance at a certain speed. Its performance in these tasks is influenced by various factors, including the aerodynamic characteristics of the vehicle, its structural mass, the payload being carried, the specifics of the powertrain, and the energy carrier supplying the powertrain.