ArduPilot Training in Santa Cruz

ArduPilot is an open source autopilot software suite for drones, rovers, and other unmanned vehicles. It provides advanced features such as autonomous navigation, real-time communication with ground stations, and integration with robotics middleware like ROS2.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level developers and technical professionals who wish to design, program, and test unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) using ArduPilot.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up a complete development environment for ArduPilot.
• Configure firmware, middleware, and MAVLink APIs for UAV control.
• Use SITL simulation to test and debug drone behavior safely.
• Extend ArduPilot with ROS2 and integrate with external tools or sensors.
• Develop autonomous flight logic and run end-to-end UAV missions.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• This training is based on the open source autopilot software ArduPilot. To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.