project status update ii r09230: open architecture, open source unmanned aerial vehicle for imaging...

Project Status Update II

R09230: Open Architecture, Open Source Unmanned Aerial Vehicle for

Imaging Systems

A. Benjamin Wager (ME)B. Michael Skube (ME)C. Matthew Greco (ME)D. James Hunt (ME)E. Stephen Sweet (ME)F. Joshua Wagner (ME)

Project Status Update• Project Family

– Open Architecture, Open Source Unmanned Aerial Vehicle for Imaging Systems• Family Number

– R09230 • Start Term

– 2008-2 planned academic quarter for Phase I• End Term

– 2013-3 planned academic quarter for Phase IV• Faculty Guide

– Dr. Jason Kolodziej (ME)• Faculty Consultant

– Dr. Agamemnon Crassidis (ME) – Possible Consultant• Faculty Consultant

– Dr. Mark Kempski (ME) – Possible Consultant• Faculty Consultant

– Dr. P. Venkataraman (ME) – Possible Consultant• Primary Customer

– R09560 - Open Architecture, Open Source Aerial Imaging Systems– Law Enforcement Agencies (Marijuana Eradication)

Mission StatementProduct Description /Project Overview

The Unmanned Aerial Vehicle family of projects is intended to create an open source, open architecture platform to hold imaging systems for research projects and law enforcement.

Key Business Goals/Project Deliverables The primary business goals of this product are to :Create a product that is more cost effective than existing solutions.Create a stable, easily controlled aerial platform. Create an open source UAV platform that can carry and control an imaging system.

Primary Market / Project OpportunitiesThe primary market for the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle is the RIT College of Imaging Science. It is intended as a tool to facilitate imaging research, and to enhance their image capturing abilities.

Secondary Market / Project OpportunitiesThe secondary market for the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle is Public Safety Officials. Primarily for Law Enforcement to increase their response capabilities, and decrease their reliance on manned aircraft, thus decreasing their aerial costs. This can also be used by fire departments to track wildfires or realtors who sell large tracts of land.

Stakeholders Stakeholders in the design of our product include the following: –R09560 - Open Architecture, Open Source Aerial Imaging Systems–College of Imaging Science–Law Enforcement Agencies–Fire Departments–Realtors / Appraisers–The Communities in which our law enforcement customers reside

Project Constraints & Assumptions

• Constraints– State & Local Laws (FAA)– RIT Regulations– Engineering Standards– Project Compatibility

• Assumptions– Use of needed labs, and other work areas– On time delivery of materials (with reasonable buffer time)

– Team Cooperation– Team Competency

Team Values• Professionalism

– In all aspects of communication/interactions (email, presentations, phone calls, etc.)

• Timeliness – Meet deadlines, Arrive on time, Communicate

issues quickly, Conclude meetings on time• Respect

– Everyone’s opinions/ideas count, Cultural differences, everyone is equal

• Communication – Listen, No interrupting, Clear and Descriptive

• Factual Evidence – Decisions are based in facts, Consensus on

group decisions• Feedback

– Continual feedback, Constructive feedback, Open door policy

• Ownership – Take ownership of what you do and say, Offer

solutions with criticism

• Collaboration – No one man armies, Share information and

knowledge• Discussion

– No sacred cows, Confidentiality within the group interactions

• Contribute – Everyone does something, Clear task

expectations• Constructive

– Take ownership for you contributions and actions, Don’t put ideas or people down

• Ethical– Ensure to give credit to information sources

• Thorough– Complete tasks so that they do not have to be

redone

• Accuracy– All work will be documented in a way that can

be reviewed by the team

Fostering Team Work• Team Meeting Structure:

– Provide team lead with a list of what you did last week and what you plan to do this week, submitted via email before weekly meeting. Weekly meeting will begin with a round table discussion of what each member has done and plans to do to the entire group. This will also be a time to have presentations on new ideas, completed tasks, or other things relevant to the group, as well as time to ask for assistance on tasks that need additional attention. Meetings will be concluded by discussing any new or open action items and assigning action items to individuals, along with completion dates.

• Keys to Team Building– Establish roles – A single leader and clear individual roles– Exploiting assets – Capitalizing on our strengthens to be productive– Establish a clear problem – Promote the understanding of the entire problem to each

team member– Establish clear goals – Expectations and deadlines (direction) – roadmap – Welcome challenges to prevailing ideas – create an open environment– Spend time together – frequent informal and formal meetings – Establish expectations – Set the expectation of quality work, build ownership of the

project, individual teams will set “values and norms” during the first week

Track Phase I Phase II Phase III

Airframe Design initial Balsa plane scalable, anticipate future changes in camera

Select Single Design, Build Multiple,(Airfoil/material/engine/lift capacity), use

foam & fiberglassFinalize design, use of composites, crashworthy

Communications Short Range Communication, R/C controls, Forward looking camera data

Wireless test rig DAQ, Signal Processing (Borrow R/C from Measurements/Controls I) Build Home Base & Transmitter, non line of sight

Measurements Test Rig - Integrated Balsa Plane, on board data processing

Propulsion Reverse Engineer Motor, generator/power source

Payload/Special Ops Trainer A/C + Camera Module Bays, Hard points Camera bay for Balsa Plane, Incorporate Fuel

Battery, Integrate forward Looking camera Landing Gear (extra strength), Recovery System

Controls/Dynamics Model R/C Plane Dynamics, EoM, wind tunnel Output Controlled Signal to Servo, Use Wireless test

rig to control servosIntegrate into plane, semi-autonomous, self

stabilizing

Interface Flight Simulator Model UAV, Use actual flight data in simulator Route Mapping

HARRIS RF

TrackProject Lead AY: 2008-2 – 2008-3

Airframe AMatt Greco

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The Airframe A project will build 6 of the Aero Design Team instructional planes. This design is smaller than the proposed vehicle

platform of the family and cannot carry a large payload. However, they can be used by the other groups to test lightweight, initial

concepts of their projects. This design should be modified as needed, and used to characterize flight dynamics to assist in future design work. The high level goal of this project is to develop a robust aero

platform with a high success rate and extreme ease of interchangeability of costly components. A large portion of work will

be in optimization and redesign.

Airframe BJosh Wagner

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The Airframe B project plane will be modeled after the Aero Design Team's Split Decision aircraft. The payload specifications of the

aircraft will be selected as the standard for this and future designs. The goals of this project are to complete and optimize the design,

make it more rugged, and ensure that it provides a suitable platform for our project.

MeasurementsMichael Skube

P09233

The Measurements group will purchase and test a variety of pressure, temperature, and acceleration sensors. Focus will be not only on calibration and implementation of the sensors with a data

acquisition system but also decide, with input from the Airframe and Controls groups, the locations for the sensors so they can provide the necessary information to control the airframe. Additional monitoring

and measurements will be done on additional onboard airframe properties.

PayloadSteve Sweet

P09235

The Payload group will interact closely with the Airframe B and the Aerial Imaging teams to finalize payload specifications that are

suitable for both projects. This team will also design concepts for bomb-bay doors. The doors will remain closed to reduce drag and protect the imaging equipment when not in use, and will open to

expose the payload when it is needed. These designs will be incorporated into the "A" trainer planes to test their viability. The

best solution will be scaled up and incorporated into the larger "B" plane. The system should be rugged, lightweight, and simple.

ControlsJim HuntP09234

The controls project will consist of taking a Model R/C Plane Dynamics by use of a wind tunnel. The wind tunnel will be used for finding the aerodynamic coefficients, which can then be applied to

the plant model of the control system for the UAV that will be under development. The other focus will be on implementation of the plant

model and wind tunnel testing to actual controllers.

P09231 Airframe A• The Airframe A team will provide the Unmanned Aerial

Vehicle family with a fleet of small, inexpensive, robust aircraft to be used in the design, testing, and iteration processes of all other sub-projects. All vehicles will be rooted in the Aero Design Team Laboratory Airframe, to ensure inherent flight viability and solid foundations for improvement. The team will engineer in accordance with the code of ethics while continually moving towards a new generation aircraft to be used in subsequent years by all interested parties. The team will endeavor to provide logistical contingencies in an effort to make a flying test bed available to other sub-projects at all times.

Matt Greco

Target Specifications

• Understand and construct multiple Aero Design Team Laboratory Airframes

• Outfit 2-3 airframes with complete off-the-shelf control systems and means of propulsion

• Train pilots on basic flight operations and procedures.

• Iterate airframe design for ease of interchangeability, control, and robustness

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Staffing Requirements

Member Discipline QTY Capacity

Project Manager 1•Resource Acquisition and Allocation•Schedule, Deliverables, and Team Management/Organization•Assist with Engineering Specifics As Needed

Aerospace Engineer (ME) 2•Iterate Airframe Design for Robustness and Optimization•Select Method of Propulsion•Train to Fly Aircraft

Structures Engineer (ME) 1•Assess and Iterate Design Specifications: Materials, Connectivity•Optimize Interchangeability of Costly Components•Begin Design Iteration of Landing Gear

Electrical Engineer (EE) 2

•Specify Control Interface Components to be Purchased•Applications Engineering of Surface Control Units•Control System Design and Reverse Engineering of Analog Components•Calibrate User Interface for Increased Pilot Ease

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Work Breakdown StructurePerson Role Week 0->1

Tasks Week 1->2 Tasks Week 2->3 Tasks

Matt Greco Project Manager Team Building and Organization Orientation of group members with 09230 roadmap family

Meet with other PM's to discuss staffing; Begin pricing of control systems;

Begin to understand piloting of model aircraft;Pricing and purchase of components Documentation and logistics

Shawn O Neil Lead Engineer

Become familiar with roadmap family, project details, and end goals Introduce group to airframe history

Initiate build of multiple airframes;Assist in selection of control system ;

Hold pilot training initiation session;Revisit original design specifications looking for areas of improvement ;Initiate relationship with other Lead Engineers to discuss requirements

Student TBD Aerospace Engineer Become familiar with roadmap family, project details, and end goals

Initiate build of multiple airframes;Revisit original design specifications looking for areas of improvement; Begin to spec a mode of propulsion

Begin to understand piloting of model aircraft;Work with EEs to express control concerns

Student TBD Structures Engineer Become familiar with roadmap family, project details, and end goals

Initiate build of multiple airframes;Understand reasons for initial design choices (materials, method of joints, etc)

Investigate placement of measurement apparatuses and control components; Begin to design next iteration improvement

Student TBD Electrical Engineer Become familiar with roadmap family, project details, and end goals

Initiate build of multiple airframes;Meet with faculty guide to discuss control system specifics

Purchase control system; Begin to reverse engineer existing control system from aero club

Student TBD Electrical Engineer Become familiar with roadmap family, project details, and end goals

Initiate build of multiple airframes;Meet with faculty guide to discuss control system specifics

Purchase control system; Begin to reverse engineer existing control system from aero club

P09231

Resource and Budgetary Needs

Airframe A

Design and build the first airframe to carry the imaging system.

Major Costs

Airframe materials 5 $ 125.00 $ 625.00 Off the shelf electronics 2 $ 200.00 $ 400.00 Off the shelf motors 3 $ 175.00 $ 525.00 Off the shelf servos 10 $ 40.00 $ 400.00 Off the shelf controllers 2 $ 150.00 $ 300.00

TOTAL $ 2,250.00

• Aero Design Laboratory for Fabrication• Machine Shop for Interfacing of Components to

Airframe• Access to Electrical Engineering Laboratories for

Circuit Design• Budgetary Considerations:

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Risks AssessmentRisk Consequences Probability Severity Overall Contingency

Material Delay Aircraft cannot be assembled M H M/H

Continual contact with vendors following order. Use preexisting airframes to begin optimization

design.

Aircraft Crash Loss of costly components H M M Purchase at least one extra

component cluster

Complexity of Control Systems

Delays in Preliminary Flights,

CrashesM M M

Allow for purchased control system to be used on at least one

aircraft

Team Dynamics Difficulty finishing work L H M

Meetings to ensure team is functional and on task;

Manager foresight

Lack of Skills Required work cannot be done L M L Work with advisor to review

conceptual material

P09231

Final Project

Documentation of all design iterations, electronics

modifications, and final airframe

Robust test platform for use in all subsequent UAV

projects. Trained pilots for flying

aircraft during testing of other systems

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PayloadSteve Sweet

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P09232 Airframe B

Joshua Wagner

Mission Statement• The Airframe B project will be an iteration of

the "Split Decision" aircraft originally designed and built by the RIT Aero Club. This craft must be in compliance with all anticipated modifications generated by the other senior design projects in this family. The goal of this project is to create a stable, robust, and light-weight aerial platform for the other groups. This project plans to achieve four successful flights to prove the airframe's viability.

P09232

Resource & Budget Needs

Track Primary Budget Needs QTY Cost (each) Total

Airframes B

Design and build the first airframe to carry the imaging system.

Major Costs

Airframe materials 2 $ 450.00 $ 900.00

Off the shelf electronics 2 $ 200.00 $ 400.00

Off the shelf motors 4 $ 175.00 $ 700.00

Off the shelf servos 12 $ 40.00 $ 480.00

Off the shelf controllers 2 $ 150.00 $ 300.00

TOTAL $ 2,780.00

• Aero Design Laboratory for Fabrication• Machine Shop for Interfacing of Components to

Airframe• Access to Electrical Engineering Laboratories for

Circuit Design

• Budgetary Considerations:

P09232

Staffing• 2 Aerospace Engineers

- Research appropriate airfoils- Locate components for optimal lift vs. drag- Balance craft for stable flight

• 2 Mechanical Engineers- Design for structural integrity- Improve existing framework- Reduce current weight

• 1 Electrical Engineer- Servo selection- Controller selection- Wiring

P09232

Preliminary Work Breakdown StructureStudent Role Week 0-1 Week 1-2 Week 2-3

Joshua Wagner Team Lead & Aero Engineer

Familiarize everyone with "Split Decision" aircraft and their roles/expectations along with other projects in family. Establish Values & Norms for team

Locate potential suppliers for expected long-lead items. Assist other individuals with initial design development

Confirm required materials and confer with other projects in family. Purchase long-lead items

Kyle Wright (tentative)

Lead Engineer/Aero Engineer

Familiarize with all projects associated with roadmap family

Generate design concepts/ changes based on "Split Decision"

Identify necessary components (motor)

TBD Mechanical Engineer


Begin exploring solutions for making "Split Decision” more robust

Begin generating structural member parts drawings & identifying hardware

TBD Mechanical Engineer


Begin exploring solutions for making "Split Decision” lighter

Begin generating structural member parts drawings & identifying hardware

TBD Electrical Engineer


Begin exploring required electrical components i.e.)controllers, servos, etc.

Generate a list of necessary electrical components

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Crashing Model Time set-backDamage to equipment M H M/H

Make design robust to minimize damageHave replaceable parts

Build two aircraft

Usable AirfieldCan’t test platform

Cost/risks associated with transport

M H M Use airfield near Brockport

Acquiring PartsLong lead time may

make target date unattainable

L M L Borrow parts from Aero Club

Sufficient FundsMay not be able to acquire necessary

componentsL M L Borrow parts from Aero Club

Team Dynamics Difficulty finishing work L H M Meetings to ensure team is functional and on task

Skills Required work cannot be done L M L Work with advisor to review conceptual

material

P09232

Final Product

Working Aircraft

Four Successful FlightsComplete Bill of Materials & Parts

DrawingsDocumentation of manufacturing

processEstablish Flight Protocol/Safety

Procedures

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PayloadSteve Sweet

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Flight Parameter MeasurementsMichael Skube

P09233

http://www.sensors.goodrich.com/prodo.shtml

Mission Statement• The mission of the Measurements group is to provide a

means for measuring and calculating all the necessary parameters for the flight of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, primarily through the use of superior measuring devices and accurate dynamic characterizations. We strive to provide accurate data from our measurement systems for in-flight control and monitoring. We strive to exceed engineering standards while encouraging a environment for intellectual growth.

Target Specifications

• Measure required parameters to characterize a test frame’s surrounding conditions as well as its internal conditions

• Provide accurate, relevant and continuous data for the Roadmap Project

• Additional measurements of onboard systems that require continuous measuring/monitoring

• Exact design number and type of measurements, as well as the expected range of this data is still undetermined, but has been rudimentarily discussed

• Customer needs: Require reliable airframe, low maintenance

P09233


** Fabrication from all EngineersP09233


Project Manager (ME) 1•Resource Acquisition and Allocation•Schedule, Deliverables, and Team Management/Organization•Assist with Engineering Specifics As Needed

Fluidics Engineer (ME) 2•Advise on the placement and types of sensors•Test/Calibrate Measurement Equipment•Analyze flow properties

Aeronautical Engineer (ME) 1•Advise on the placement and types of sensors•Wind Tunnel Testing•Analyze Aerodynamic related data

Dynamics Engineer (ME) 1 •Analyze Output data to calculate vehicle dynamics•Test/Calibrate Measurement Equipment

Computer Engineer (CE) 1•GUI design for interpreting data•Design/Spec DAQ Interface•Process/Manager output date

Electrical Engineer (EE) 1 •Design/Spec DAQ, Measurement Devices•Electrical Measurement Calibration and Testing

Preliminary Work Breakdown StructureStudent Role Week 0-1 Week 1-2 Week 2-3

Michael Skube

Team Lead & Fluidics Engineer

Organize team, introduce team to project and expectations, arrange meetings with P09234, P09235, P09231, P09232.

Research measurement device supplier options

Place order for initial measurement devices

TBD Fluidics Engineer

Attend meetings, share expertise with parameter measurement

Begin specifying desired measurement devices and range of measurements

Finalize initial measurement device request

TBD Aeronautical Engineer




TBD Dynamics Engineer




TBD Electrical Engineer

Attend meetings, share expertise with data collection

Begin specifying required materials

Finalize initial material requirements

TBD Computer Engineer

Attend meetings, share expertise with data processing/storage

Begin specifying required DAQ and other materials

Finalize initial equipment requirements

P09233

Resource & Budgetary Needs• Access to the wind tunnel for testing• Access to necessary calibration tools• Machine shop for mounting fabrication• Budget Items:

Measurements

Items QTY $ each $ Total

Major Costs

Pressure Sensors 10 $ 75.00 $ 750.00

Temperature Sensors 10 $ 75.00 $ 750.00

Pitot-Static Tubes 4 $ 80.00 $ 320.00

Gyroscope 2 $ 60.00 $ 120.00

Wire and connectors 1 $ 60.00 $ 60.00

DAQ 2 $ 125.00 $ 250.00

GPS System 1 $ 300.00 $ 300.00

RC car for test of measurement devices 2 $ 80.00 $ 160.00

Other Sensors and testing equipment 1 $ 150.00 $ 150.00

TOTAL $ 2,860.00

P09233


Insufficient ResourcesInability to

Complete Portions of the Project

L H M Borrow resources if possible, reduce project goals

Insufficient Skills Unable to do Design Work L M L Work with faculty to acquire

necessary skills

Inter-Team Dynamics Decreased Productivity L H L Hold members to norms and meet

often

Roadmap Team Dynamics

Unable to Implement Designs

on AirframeL L L Meet with Team Leads to work out

issues

Supplier Issues Unable to Implement Designs M M M

Spec. common parts that can be interchanged from other suppliers,

contact supplier often

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Final ProjectDocumentation of procedure for calibrating measurement devicesDocumentation of placement of

measurement devicesDocumentation of calculations and

how to modify equationsTest platform that shows the

characteristics of a moving objectOutput data required for Controls

Group

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PayloadSteve Sweet

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P09235- Payload Group

Steve Sweet

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Mission StatementThe Payload Group provides the interface between the Aircraft and the Imaging System, and protection for the Payload that is aboard the Aircraft. These goals will be accomplished through communication between the Aircraft Group and the Imaging System Team along with effective design solutions. It is important to create simple, lightweight, and rugged designs while creating an educationally enriching experience.

P09235

Project Goals• Finalize Aircraft “B” payload specifications• Protect imaging equipment• Reduce aircraft drag due to exposed imaging system

• Implement a forward looking camera• Create rugged, lightweight, and simple designs

P09235

Resources• Computer Labs with CAD, FEA, and CFD Software• Machine Shop for fabrication of concepts and final design• Aircraft “A” to test concepts• Wind Tunnel to test aerodynamics of designs• Aircraft “B” to implement final designs

P09235

BudgetDescription Qty. Unit Cost Total Cost

Structural materials for bay 1 $ 800.00 $ 800.00

Hinges, Rods, Other Raw Materials based on design 1 $ 150.00 $ 150.00

Actuators/Servos 10 $ 50.00 $ 500.00

Wire and Connectors 1 $ 100.00 $ 100.00

Forward Looking Camera 1 $ 200.00 $ 200.00

Data Acquisition Device 1 $ 300.00 $ 300.00TOTAL $ 2,050.00

Staffing

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Position:Name Discipline Tasks

Project Manager:Steve Sweet ME

Organize and manage the team, acquire resources, and keep the team on schedule. Also assist in the various design aspects of the project.

Payload Engineer:TBD ME Create the payload specifications and mounting points.

Structural Engineer:TBD ME Design bomb-bay doors and mounting for the forward

looking camera.

Aerodynamic Engineer:TBD ME Wind tunnel testing of door designs, assist in designing the

doors.

Interface Engineer:TBD EE Collect images from the forward looking camera and send

them to the Measurements group data acquisition system.

Controls Engineer:TBD EE Control the servos and the forward looking camera, assist in

interfacing with the camera.

Work Breakdown Structure

P09235

Position Week 1 Week 2 Week 3

Project ManagerMeet the team and determine

individual skills. Bring the team up to speed on the project.

Meet with Team to discuss progress and future design plans. Find vendors for parts and supplies. Meet with Roadmap leaders to discuss progress and plans.

Begin ordering parts. Meet with Team to discuss progress and future design plans. Meet with Roadmap leaders to discuss progress and plans.

Payload Engineer

Meet the rest of the team and become familiar with both the

project and the roadmap.

Examine Split Decision aircraft and begin to draft payload specifications and mounting points.

Create a list of necessary supplies. Continue drafting specs. Meet with Imaging Team and begin design of mounting points.

Structural Engineer



Examine Split Decision aircraft and determine a location for the forward looking camera.

Create a list of necessary supplies. Work on design of doors and F.L. camera mounting points.

Aerodynamic Engineer



Examine Split Decision aircraft and begin to design the bomb-bay doors. Get access to wind tunnel.

Meet with Structural Engineer to discuss supplies. Aerodynamically analyze door designs.

Interface Engineer



Get max dimensions of forward looking camera from Structural Engineer and begin to spec a camera and DAQ.

Determine how to collect image data. Meet with Measurements group and determine which camera and DAQ to purchase.

Controls Engineer



Work with Aerodynamic Engineer to spec servos and Interface Engineer to spec DAQ.

Meet with Structural Engineer and Controls group and decide which servos to purchase.

Risk AssessmentRisk Consequences Probability Severity Overall Contingency

Vendor IssuesUnable to Fabricate Designs

M M MSelect common parts that are available from many vendors, contact vendor

often

Aircraft “A” is Unfinished

Unable to test concepts L H M

Build a bare fuselage and test concepts in the wind

tunnel and on the lab bench

Team Dynamics Difficulty finishing work L H M Meetings to ensure team is

functional and on task

Inadequate Skills Required work cannot be done L M L

Review material with faculty, adjust the project

scope

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Final Product

P09235

Documentation of Payload Mounting Specifications

Documentation of Payload Size and Weight Restrictions

Complete Bill of Materials & Parts Drawings

Payload Mounting Points fixed in Aircraft “B”

Final Door System mounted on Aircraft “B”

Forward Looking Camera mounted in Aircraft “B”

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PayloadSteve Sweet

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P09234 Controls

Jimmy HuntBen Wager

Mission StatementThe mission of the Controls group is to provide a plant model along with controllers to control to the UAV in flight. This will be done through wind tunnel testing to find and calculate the aerodynamics of, at first a model R/C plane. Then be able to apply what is learned through that testing to the actual airframe that is designed by the Airframe group. Also simple controllers will be designed and tested on the airframe itself to check the plant model of an actual airframe. With all of this happening in an intellectual and friendly environment.

P09234

Project Goal• Develop a functional Plant Model of the Aircraft• Develop methodology of determining Aerodynamic Coefficients• Develop simple control system for stabilization • Account for sensor delay from Plane-to-ground-to-PC-to-Plane• Research embedded Control

Customer Needs• Stable Aircraft• Maneuverable• Cheap• Easy to Manufacture and Repair• Modular

P09234


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Dr. Jason Kolodziej ME Faculty Guide, Will work closely with the team on an on-going basis to facilitate success.

James Hunt METeam lead. Plan and conduct meetings. Manage paper work

and documentation. Help with wind tunnel measurements/aero coefficients/plant model design.

TBD Student ME Design Plant Model in Simulink

TBD Student ME Wind tunnel measurements and determining Aero coefficients.

TBD Student EE Design controllers

TBD Student EE Develop bread board layout

TBD Student EE Embedded Control

Preliminary Work BreakdownPerson Week 0->1 Tasks Week 1->2 Tasks Week 2->3 Tasks

James Hunt ME

Organized Meetings for Introduction to team members

Prepare Plant Model from Flight Dynamics and EoM from Flight and Aero

Update meeting on where everyone stands. Help ME's with Plant Model and/or Wind Tunnel.

MEReview EDGE website and get familiar with project

Start working on plant model already created from Flight Dynamics

Modify or start creating plant model for use with aero coefficients

MEReview EDGE website and get familiar with project

Start working on a testing regiment for the wind tunnel Preliminary wind tunnel testing

EEReview EDGE website and get familiar with project

Help develop test rig for wind tunnel testing

Setup test rig and assist with wind tunnel testing


Research controllers (Embedded) Investigate available embedded controllers


Research controllers (Digital) Use SimuLink to design controller

P09234

Primary Budget NeedsTrack Primary Budget Needs QTY Cost (each) Total

Controls

Model and design the control system for the airframe

Major Costs

RC planes similar to airframe to test 2 $ 400.00 $ 800.00 Accelerometers 6 $ 75.00 $ 450.00 Gyro 2 $ 60.00 $ 120.00 Software 1 $ - $ - Test Equipment 2 $ 500.00 $ 1,000.00

TOTAL $ 2,370.00

Resources• Computer Labs with MATLAB

• Electronics Labs for Controller Fabrication

• Wind Tunnel for Aero Coefficients

• Gauges for Wind Tunnel Measurements

P09234


Wind Tunnel Not Available or functioning

Aero dynamic coefficients cannot

be foundM H M/H

See if manufacturer can provide coefficients or look for local wind

tunnels

Other Teams No Platform to work off of L M L See if an Aero Club plane can be

borrowed

Team Dynamics Difficulty finishing work L H M Meetings to ensure team is

functional and on task

Skills Required work cannot be done L M L Work with advisor to review

conceptual material

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Final Product

P09235

Documentation of procedure for determining Aerodynamic Coefficients

Documentation of Model and Simplified Control

Computer Based ControlModel-based Measurements to Algorithm to Radio Transmitter to

Plane

Sensor based w/ wired sensor in lab w/ Time delay signal to represent future telemetry system

Interpreting data from Measurements test rig

Primary Budget NeedsTrack Primary Budget Needs QTY Cost (each) Total

AirframeA

Design and build multiple test platform airframes

Major Costs

Airframe materials 2 $450.00 $900.00 Off the shelf electronics 2 $200.00 $400.00 Off the shelf motors 3 $175.00 $525.00 Off the shelf servos 10 $40.00 $400.00 Off the shelf controllers 2 $150.00 $300.00

TOTAL $2,525.00

AirframeB

Design and build the first airframe to carry the imaging system

Major Costs

Airframe materials 2 $450.00 $900.00Off the shelf electronics 2 $200.00 $400.00 Off the shelf motors 4 $175.00 $700.00Off the shelf servos 12 $40.00 $480.00 Off the shelf controllers 2 $150.00 $300.00 TOTAL $2,780.00

Measurements

Assemble, test, and calibrate the necessary measurement devices needed for the airframe

Major Costs

Pressure Sensors 10 $75.00 $750.00 Temperature Sensors 10 $75.00 $750.00 Pitot-Static Tubes 4 $80.00 $320.00 Gyroscope 2 $60.00 $120.00 Wire and connectors 1 $60.00 $60.00 DAQ 2 $125.00 $250.00 RC car for test of measurement devices 2 $80.00 $160.00 Other Sensors and testing equipment 1 $150.00 $150.00

TOTAL $2,560.00

Payload

Design mounting interface between airframe and imaging system

Major Costs

Structural materials for bay 1 $800.00 $800.00 Hinges, Rods, Other Raw Materials based on design 1 $150.00 $150.00 Actuators/Servos 10 $50.00 $500.00 Wire and Connectors 1 $100.00 $100.00 Forward Looking Camera 1 $200.00 $200.00 Data Acquisition Device 1 $300.00 $300.00

TOTAL $2,050.00

Controls

Model and design the control system for the airframe

Major Costs

RC planes similar to airframe to test 2 $400.00 $800.00 Accelerometers 6 $75.00 $450.00 Gyro 2 $60.00 $120.00 Software 1 $ - $ - Test Equipment 2 $500.00 $1,000.00

TOTAL $2,370.00

Roadmap Total: $12,285

Questions?

Module Phase I

Airframe A 4 Mechanical2 Electrical

Airframe B 4 Mechanical1 Electrical

Measurements4 Mechanical

1 Electrical1 Computer

Payload 4 Mechanical2 Electrical

Controls 3 Mechanical3 Electrical

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