Custom flight modes using PX4 and ROS2

Join us for an engaging online meetup where we'll introduce the integration of ROS 2 and PX4 for drone development, focusing on two key areas:

1. Creating Custom Flight Modes with ROS 2 and PX4
Discover how to enhance your drone's capabilities by developing custom flight modes using ROS 2 and the PX4 autopilot. We'll explore the process of implementing a flight pattern that traces the letter 'R', leveraging Auterion's PX4 ROS 2 interface library. This session will provide insights into extending PX4's functionalities through ROS 2 components. 

2. Implementing Object Detection with YOLOv8 and ROS 2
Learn how to integrate advanced object detection into your drone applications using YOLOv8 and ROS 2. We'll guide you through setting up a simulation environment that combines PX4, Gazebo, and ROS 2, enabling aerial object detection. This includes configuring the PX4 Software-In-The-Loop (SITL) with Gazebo and utilizing YOLOv8 for real-time object recognition.
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Who Should Attend:

• Drone enthusiasts and developers interested in enhancing drone autonomy.
• Robotics professionals aiming to integrate ROS 2 into aerial platforms.
• Researchers focusing on computer vision applications in UAVs.