One of the motivations for exploring flapping-wing aerial robotic systems is to seek energy reduction, by maintaining manoeuvrability, compared to conventional unmanned aerial systems. A Flapping Wing Flying Robot (FWFR) can glide in favourable wind conditions, decreasing energy consumption significantly. In addition, it is also necessary to investigate the power consumption of the components in the flapping-wing robot. In this work, two sets of the FWFR components are analyzed in terms of power consumption: a) motor/electronics components and b) a vision system for monitoring the environment during the flight. A measurement device is used to record the power utilization of the motors in the launching and ascending phases of the flight and also in cruising flight around the desired height. Additionally, an analysis of event cameras and stereo vision systems in terms of energy consumption has been performed. The results provide a first step towards decreasing battery usage and, consequently, providing additional flight time.

翻译：探索扑翼空中机器人系统的动机之一是通过保持机动性来寻求相比传统无人空中系统的能耗降低。扑翼飞行机器人（FWFR）可在有利风况下进行滑翔，从而显著降低能耗。此外，还需研究扑翼机器人各组件的功耗。本研究对两组FWFR组件进行功耗分析：a) 电机/电子组件，b) 用于飞行中环境监测的视觉系统。采用测量装置记录飞行器起飞爬升阶段及目标高度巡航飞行时的电机功率消耗。同时，针对事件相机与立体视觉系统的能耗进行了分析。研究结果为实现电池消耗降低进而延长飞行时间提供了初步基础。