Custom Flight Controller Development

Project Overview

FUKUSHIMA UAV developed and validated a Custom Flight Controller Development solution as part of its UAV mission systems, Ground Control Station, telemetry, and operational software portfolio.

Objectives

• Improve operational efficiency
• Increase situational awareness
• Support mission planning and execution
• Enhance UAV operational decision support

Key Features

• Browser-Based Interface
• MAVLink Integration
• Mission Monitoring
• Operational Dashboards
• Scalable Architecture

Technology Stack

• Python
• Flask
• MAVLink
• JavaScript
• HTML5
• Cloud Infrastructure

Related Resources

• Services
• Ground Control Station Library
• Technology Library
• Capability Statement

Implemented System

This case study covers custom STM32H743-based flight controller development for fixed-wing UAV applications, including schematic design, PCB layout, BOM preparation, ArduPilot configuration, interface planning, and prototype validation.

Implemented Capabilities

• STM32H743 flight controller architecture
• ArduPilot hardware configuration
• INS-U interface planning
• PWM output design
• UART interface design
• Schematic design
• PCB layout
• BOM and manufacturing package

Business Value

Custom flight controller development allows UAV manufacturers and aerospace teams to adapt electronics, telemetry, sensor interfaces, and mission requirements to specific aircraft architectures rather than relying only on off-the-shelf hardware.