6-024-S-DronePackageDelivery

By Eric Stachura1, Robert Krueger2

1. Mathematics, Kennesaw State University,Kennesaw GA USA 2. Mathematics and Computer Science, Concordia University, Saint Paul, St. Paul MN USA

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In this scenario, students will begin by carefully reading through the problem statement and uncovering which information is useful. Students will derive a system of differential equations which describe the flight path of a drone delivering a package. Techniques used to derive the analytical solution include similar triangles via one method, and vector analysis with another method. We suggest an emphasis on numerical methods as well.

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  • Eric Stachura; Robert Krueger (2018), "6-024-S-DronePackageDelivery," https://www.simiode.org/resources/5422.

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  1. drone
  2. flight
  3. Numerical Methods
  4. parametric curves
  5. system
  6. trigonometry
  7. vectors