Sub-Teams
In order to work efficiently, our work is split between sub-teams, each focusing on a subset of the project. Here you can find short descriptions of what each one focuses on!
Subteam
Aerospace
The Aerospace team is responsible for the design and operation of the Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), as well as other physics-related aspects of the project.
Currently, the focus is on building “Lapyx 1”, the first of our prototypes to integrate all essential subsystems: power generation, automatic navigation and an on-board camera system. The drone has a 3m wingspan, and each member focuses on designing and manufacturing a specific aspect of it. For example, the payload compartment, the motor, rotor, or tail.
The subteam also facilitates the operation of Ready to Fly (RTF) drones, used to test specific subsystems (like navigation and telemetry).
Related majors:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Applied Physics
- Applied Math
Subteam
Avionics
The Avionics sub-team is concerned with all electronics aboard the aircraft. This includes the power generation, storage and propulsion system, where the continuous focus is on improving efficiency in tandem with the aerospace group.
The current goal is to successfully implement a power generation system on board a RTF drone. The team also works on telemetry and control systems.
Related majors:
- Electrical Engineering
- Applied Math
- Mechanical Engineering
Subteam
Software
The Software sub-team is responsible for the navigation systems of the drone, with an emphasis on developing semi-autonomous capabilities.
Currently, the focus is on learning to use open-source programs for navigation and telemetry, testing features using our RTF drones. This team works closely with the other subteams to ensure successful and safe flights.
Related majors:
- Computer Sciences
- Electrical Engineering
- Data Science