In Progress
Drone Design & Build
A collaborative hands-on engineering project to design, build, integrate, and test a custom drone.
Summer 2026 Milestone • Major assembly completed, with component integration and testing underway.
The Challenge
Designing a functional drone requires mechanical, electrical, and control systems to work together reliably within tight weight, power, and performance constraints.
Why It Matters
- Builds systems-integration experience
- Applies electrical and mechanical design
- Develops iterative testing and problem-solving
How It Works
Power System
Provides regulated power to all components.
Flight Controller
Processes sensor data and executes control commands.
ESCs
Electronic Speed Controllers regulate motor speed.
Motors
Brushless motors generate thrust for flight.
Propellers
Convert motor power into lift and enable controlled flight.
Power, control, propulsion, and mechanical systems work together to enable controlled flight.
Prototype Highlights
Mechanical Assembly
Frame, motors, and structural components integrated for strength and balance.
Electrical Integration
Power distribution, ESCs, flight controller, and wiring assembled and connected.
Motor & System Testing
Individual motor operation tested and system behavior validated under load.
Flight Preparation
Remaining components integrated and system checkout toward controlled flight.