Back to: 3D Printed NIST Open Lane
The images below illustrate the scoring criteria for the NIST course. In the left image, the full outer ring is highlighted in green, representing a successful alignment and capture by the drone. Achieving this result is considered a passing score, as it demonstrates precise positioning and control.
In contrast, the middle image displays a “broken” ring, indicating a misalignment. Capturing this result would earn only one point. This visual scoring system ensures clear and consistent evaluation of performance, emphasizing the importance of accuracy and precision during the test.
Courses
The images above illustrate examples of NIST course layouts. The two configurations shown are Poisiton and Traverse.
Objectives
In the left column, you will find specific instructions for each task, and in the right column, you will see the corresponding targets or elements the pilot needs to capture. For example, the left column may instruct the pilot to “Launch and hover over stand #1 to align with”, while the right column specifies “1 & 2A” as the targets. In this case, the pilot is required to launch their drone, hover directly above stand #1, and capture images of bucket 1 and bucket 2A as indicated in the right column. Each step ensures precise alignment and documentation of the designated targets.
Quick Guide
For additional information and detailed guidelines, please visit the link(s) provided above.
These resources will offer further insights into NIST standards, setup configurations, and best practices for assembling and testing your course. Be sure to review the diagrams and examples to ensure compliance with specifications and to optimize your training setup.