As you’re using Windows 10, first try get it working on a laptop as it might be easier to debug than the NUC on the robot (as a first step).
You likely still need the THETA V driver for Windows 10 at the link below. It seems like 1,500 people went to get the driver from our forum alone, so it’s likely still needed.
Other ideas for implementation
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The Lockheed Martin Amelia Drone was also done by an undergraduate group at the Rochester Institute of Technology in NY. There is a lot of great info linked to from that thread. I really think you’ll find some great stuff there.
Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 in NY, the group cannot meet. Glad to hear that your research group is still active.