The generalized classification of Unmanned Air Vehicles

Abstract

According to a generalization of common classifications and performance characteristics of existing Unmanned Air Vehicles, this article calls attention to its classification which is based on 16 the fundamental features: 1) aircraft applications; 2) type of a control system; 3) flight rules; 4) airspace classification; 5) aircraft types; 6) wing types; 7) takeoff/landing direction; 8) types of take-off/landing; 9) aircraft engine types; 10) fuel system; 11) fuel tank types; 12) number of exploitations; 13) category (according to the weight and maximum range of flight UAV); 14) flight radius; 15) flight altitude; 16) Aircraft Functions.