Introduction to FixedWing Drone Design
What you’ll learn
How to design fixed-wing drones to mission requirements
How to perform basic sizing of the airframe
How to select an appropriate propulsion system
How to do basic airfoil analysis
How to improve the aerodynamic efficiency of your airframe
An understanding of tradeoffs for mission requirements
Requirements
Access to a computer with a web browser.
Basic background in algebra and some trigonometry.
Understand the definitions of basic aircraft parts.
Description
Now is the best time in history to be involved in aircraft design.Drones are used for agriculture, search and rescue, package delivery, and will be used for many missions not even thought up yet. Because drones have to be specially designed for each mission, this means that now is the best time in history to be involved in aircraft design. Today we have the best tools and methods and can design aircraft like never before. Come explore the world of aircraft design and get involved in this exciting industry!You will learn:The basics of aircraft design with an emphasis on the drone industry needs and missionsSizing for mission requirementsPropulsion system selectionDesign tradeoffs3D modelingAirfoil analysisPointers on detailed aerodynamic designBy taking this course, you’ll see the world of aircraft design differently and have a deeper understanding of the exciting challenges that await in this burgeoning world of drone design.This course includes:45 LessonsOver 2 hours of instructionExercises to get your mind turningYour instructors, Doug and Sam, love talking about airplanes. They have both been heavily involved in this industry for years.The industry needs new minds and fresh ideas. Companies are born every day that need the skills this course offers. Don’t wait – be a part of this exiting wave of next-generation aircraft.Let’s get started!
Overview
Section 1: Introduction
Lecture 1 Introduction
Lecture 2 Comments about Aircraft Configurations
Section 2: Getting Started
Lecture 3 Make a copy of the General Sizing spreadsheet
Lecture 4 Overview of General Sizing Spreadsheet
Lecture 5 Getting access to MachUp
Lecture 6 Introduction to MachUp and Instructional Videos
Section 3: Initial Aircraft Design
Lecture 7 Overview of Mission Requirements
Lecture 8 Payload and Structure Weight
Lecture 9 Sizing the Main Wing
Lecture 10 Propulsion
Lecture 11 Packing Constraints and Other Considerations
Lecture 12 Sizing Stabilizing Surfaces
Lecture 13 Battery Selection
Section 4: Important Trends
Lecture 14 Wing Loading
Lecture 15 Aspect Ratio
Lecture 16 Weight
Lecture 17 Battery Capacity
Lecture 18 Propulsive Efficiency
Lecture 19 Stall Estimation
Section 5: 3D Modeling
Lecture 20 Lifting Surface Geometry
Lecture 21 Control Surfaces
Lecture 22 Fuselage Modeling
Lecture 23 Battery volume
Lecture 24 Payload volume
Lecture 25 Exporting STL
Lecture 26 Other Objects and STL Files
Section 6: Airfoil Definition and Analysis
Lecture 27 Introduction to Airfoils in MachUp
Lecture 28 Basics of Using Xfoil for Airfoil Analysis
Lecture 29 Formatting Airfoil Data for MachUp
Section 7: Detailed Design
Lecture 30 Forces and Moments
Lecture 31 Trim
Lecture 32 Aerodynamic Angles
Lecture 33 Stability
Lecture 34 Non-Dimensional Expressions
Lecture 35 The Aerodynamic Center and Pitch Stability
Lecture 36 The Aerodynamic Center – A Deeper Dive
Lecture 37 Forces and Moments in MachUp
Lecture 38 Intro to Detailed Wing Design
Lecture 39 Using Taper and Twist
Lecture 40 Effects of Sweep and Dihedral
Lecture 41 Wing Design – A Deeper Dive
Lecture 42 Main Wing Mounting Angle
Lecture 43 Prop and Motor Selection
Section 8: Ending Section
Lecture 44 Congratulations!
Anyone who wants to learn how to design fixed wing drones,Anyone who is curious about aircraft design,Those who just want to learn something new!
Course Information:
Udemy | English | 2h 5m | 1.15 GB
Created by: Doug Hunsaker
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