Experimental Projects are a little different from the rest of the projects AIAA@UCF offers. Each experimental project has a goal within reach, and all participants work together go see it through. Experimental projects have a life-span, and once one is completed, another will be started right behind it.
VTOL
The goal of the VTOL is to create an RC Plane that:
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Takes Off and Lands Vertically
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Autonomously Controlled
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Over 4ft Wingspan
Participants will...
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Learn about aerospace engineering, electronics, programming, RC systems, motors, servos, maneuvering, CAD, and simulation.
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Work together with a team to design, manufacture, test, and operate an VTOL Plane.
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Gain experience following the engineering process in an environment that parallels industry.
Project Horizon (HPR)
The goal of Project Horizon is to create a high powered rocket that:
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​Launches to 45k Feet
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Capture Live Video of Earth's Curvature
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Active Roll Stabilization
Participants will...
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Learn about aerospace engineering, electronics, programming, motors, CAD, and simulation.
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Work together with a team to design, manufacture, test, and launch a high powered rocket.
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Gain experience following the engineering process in an environment that parallels industry.
