HAAD: Human Aid and Assistive Drone

“HAAD: Human Aid and Assistive Drone ” presents the design and implementation of a smart drone system, HAAD (Human Aid and Assistive Drone), aimed at supporting individuals in outdoor environments. The drone is capable of performing two core functions: item picking using a servo-based gripper and autonomous person following. Built on a Pixhawk flight controller and integrated with GPS, ESCs, brushless motors, and a custom gripper, the drone navigates using real-time location data and responds to user commands through a remote or app interface. The system combines autonomous flight control, human assistance logic, and field testing to demonstrate reliable performance in real-world scenarios such as aiding elderly or visually impaired individuals. HAAD highlights how aerial robotics can extend human capabilities and support daily tasks with mobility and precision.