10.7 Plan Splitting
To efficiently cover large areas during drone operations like spraying or surveying, planning is crucial. Typically, batteries need replacement after a certain duration or area coverage. It's advisable to carry spare charged batteries to the field for uninterrupted work. This approach also helps in optimizing resource use, especially for fertilizers and pesticides tailored to specific crops. While resume functionality exists in AeroGCS GREEN, it's not always practical. Repeatedly covering the same area wastes time and energy. The goal is resource optimization for better outcomes. Plan Splitting in AeroGCS GREEN allows for this by estimating mission time based on battery power and area, aiding pilots in making informed decisions for efficient work.
To utilize the Plan Splitting functionality, simply choose the "Plan Splitting" option from the dashboard, as illustrated in the following image.
To use Plan Splitting, pick the percentage the user wants to split from either the start or finish position. Adjust the slide bar to set the user’s desired percentage. Blue lines signify areas excluded from drone flight, while yellow indicates the drone's intended flight path. As shown in the following screen
Once the user has completed the plan splitting process, just close the Plan Splitting slider widget. The user will receive a message asking if the user wants to continue saving within the existing plan or create a new plan, as displayed on the following screen.
It is advisable to choose "Create New Plan" to save the split plan as a new one. Selecting "Save in Existing" will result in overwriting the existing plan.
3. Load the plan to fly the drone in the designated area. Any remaining sections can be covered after completing the initial portion. This approach conserves both time and energy during operations.
Plan splitting functionality proves highly beneficial in managing various parameters like
Pesticide spraying,
Adjusting drone altitudes and speeds in different sections of a large plot, and
Efficiently addressing battery and liquid spraying concerns
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