Winter Training Program on Quadrotor and Automobile Design (RC Car)
Course Introduction
Quadcopter, also called a Quadrotor helicopter, is a rotary-wing aircraft with four rotors. It finds applications in both civil and military domains. Its amazing maneuverability and the ease of flight in constricted locations have achieved itself a remarkable position in the aviation sector. Our program helps participants understand the concepts and use of accelerometer sensor, microcontrollers and wireless communication in designing and controlling a Quadcopter.
"The Indian automotive industry has emerged as a 'sunrise sector' in the Indian economy" - Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP), Ministry of Commerce. April'13. With the automotive industry growing multi-fold every year, it is never a bad thought to think about securing a position in it. The program provides the participants with the much-required exposure to the concepts of Automobile Engineering and a hands-on experience to build your own RC Car replicating most of the systems present in an actual car!
Course Highlights
Design, Develop and Test your own Quadcopter and RC Car
Content developed under the guidance of IITians
Exposure to multi-disciplinary content behind Quadcopter and Automobile
Practical knowledge gained from the program will help you take up good B.tech/M.tech projects easily
Competition at the end of each module to help students show off their new knowledge
Quadcopter
Introduction to Rotary-wing aircraft
Introduction to design and development of Multi Rotor Vehicles
Understanding the Electronics circuitry involved in Quadcopter
Learning about the working of accelerometer sensors, gyroscopes and controllers
Hands-on experience for participants with DC motors, electronic speed controllers and Quadcopter Embedded control board
Automobile Design (RC Car)
Introduction to RC Car with powertrain, suspension and steering systems
Complete car fabricated by the participants
Guidance to participate in student design competitions like FSAE, BAJA etc
Designed as a bridge course for mechanical/aeronautical engineers to enter the field of Automobile Engineering.
Comparative case studies about on-road automobiles for better understanding
Introduction to latest trends in automobile engineering
Course Structure
The course consists of the following modules:
Automobile Design (RC Car)
Quadcopter
Each module is split into the following sessions
Lecture
Design
Hands-on session
Testing/ Competition
Quadcopter
Understanding rotary-wing aircraft and their Dynamics
Exposure to Design and concepts of Embedded Systems behind Multicopters
Fabrication of Quadcopter frame and its circuit
Calibration and Testing of the developed Quadcopter
Quadcopter Flying using Radio Control and competition
Automobile Design (RC Car)
Basics of Automobiles: History & Classification
Detailed exposure to different systems in an automobile
Powertrain System
Transmission Systems
Suspension Systems
Steering Systems
Locomotion (Tyres/brakes/wheels)
Chassis
Aerodynamics and stability
Comparative Case Studies & Group Discussions on existent automobiles
Discussion of problem statements from previous international student automobile competitions like FSAE, BAJA etc
Future of Automobiles
Practical Session: Design & Fabrication of an RC Car
Chassis Design & Fabrication
Transmission systems & Suspension systems
Steering Mechanism
Radio Controls for the miniature Automobile
What is Winter Training and Internship Program about?
In Winter Trainer Program, we provide you a platform to acquire an in-depth knowledge in various fields both theoretically as well as practically through hands on sessions. In this program, you will:
Develop unique engineering projects which will be useful as academic projects
Evolve practical engineering skills which helps improve your employability
Get certified for the training which adds value to your career profile
Certification
Certificate of Participation to all the participants
With Online Examination Scores for those who qualify
Without Online Examination Scores for those who donot qualify
Certificate of Merit to top-performing participants
Awards
The following awards will be given to top-performing participants
Best Design Award
Best Fabrication Award
Innovation Award
Online Portal
Participants have access to an exclusive online portal to:
View status of registered and attended workshops
View study material for workshops
Write online exams and receive separate certificates with scores. These certificates with scores will provide students an opportunity to show their learning in job interviews.
Analyze their online scores in comparison with other students
View analysis of performance of students from across the country
Kit Contents
Quadcopter
Hardware
Embedded Development Board*
Brushless DC motors*
Propellers (Pushers and Pullers)*
Electronic Speed Controllers*
Power Distribution Board *
Accelerometer sensors*
Gyroscopic sensors*
Quadcopter frame
Screws and Nuts
Working Tools**
→ The parts marked * are not part of economy kit. These components would be provided during the program but would be taken back after the program. This is being done to reduce the cost of the program and make it affordable for students who do not want to buy the complete kit.
→ Complete kit consists of all the above items excluding transmitter and receiver.
→ ** Working tools will be taken back after the program
Other Material
Booklet on design and construction of Quadcopter
RC Car
Hardware
DC Motors
Electronic Speed Controller
12V Battery
Plastic Gears
Metallic Springs
Metal Chassis
Wheels
Working Tools**
Transmitter*
Receiver*
→ Complete kit consists of all the above items excluding transmitter and receiver.
→ ** Working tools will be taken back after the workhsop
Other Material
Booklet on design and construction of RC Car
The common electronic components in the RC Car will be reused from the Quadcopter.
Who should attend?
Student from any background with interest in Aeromodelling or Automobile
Why Skyfi Labs?
Skyfi Labs - an award winning company working towards transforming textbook geniuses into productive engineers.
Awards won by us:
2nd Best Business Venture Award, Ideas, IIT Kanpur
30 Most Promising Startups, Next Big Idea, IIM Bangalore
