Virtual reality to evaluate UAV based street lights for improving traffic safety

Abstract: This thesis will cover the entirety of the development process of Skara Skyddsängels virtual reality test platform. The platform means to support their efforts in creating a lighting drone service that assists pedestrians and cyclists in areas lacking proper lighting infrastructure while at the same time promoting sustainable modes of transportation. Unreal Engine 4 was used since it provides all the tools needed in order to create the desired product. All changeable parameters requested by the supervisor are fully implemented, such as drone altitude, light angle, and light intensity. Beyond the required parameters, some additional miscellaneous features, such as ambient sound, are also implemented to increase the immersion further. The result is a functioning test platform with an environment resembling a rural road in Skara that can assist the Skara Skyddsängel project in accelerating its testing.