A Comparison Between Framed-Based and Event-Based Cameras for Flapping-Wing Robot Perception

R. Tapia,J.P. Rodríguez-Gómez,J.A. Sanchez-Diaz,F.J. Gañán,I.G. Rodríguez,J. Luna-Santamaria,J.R. Martínez-De Dios,A. Ollero,R. Tapia,J.P. Rodríguez-Gómez,J.A. Sanchez-Diaz,F.J. Gañán,I.G. Rodríguez,J. Luna-Santamaria,J.R. Martínez-De Dios,A. Ollero

Perception systems for ornithopters face severe challenges. The harsh vibrations and abrupt movements caused during flapping are prone to produce motion blur and strong lighting condition changes. Their strict restrictions in weight, size, and energy consumption also limit the type and number of sensors to mount onboard. Lightweight traditional cameras have become a standard off-the-shelf solution...