The diploma thesis focuses on the performance analysis of a drone operating under the influence of a GPS jammer. The GPS signal is an important factor in the proper operation of a drone, but due to the range of affordable jammers available, it can be quickly exposed to hazards. The main objective of the thesis was to build a Faraday cage that blocks the L1 GPS signal and to test and analyze its effectiveness on drone performance. All testing was carried out on a DJI Phantom 3 Standard drone, which is primarily designed for aerial photography and filming. To test the drone, it first had to be prepared or modified by placing a Faraday cage around the GPS receiver. Before installing the cage, the GPS receiver and the drone were tested to facilitate a comparison between the drone's performance before and after the cage was installed and to analyse the effects on the drone's functionality. To test the performance of the drone, different scenarios were tested, such as testing in a static environment, automatic take-off and landing, Waypoint tracking, Return To Home (RTH) function and Follow Me mode. The results of the testing and analysis showed that the GPS jammer had an impact on the drone's performance, resulting in limited control of the drone.
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