AEV Designs

Task 3 (Individual AEV sketches):

1.AEV sketch 1

This was Jacobs original design. The idea stemmed from aircraft from world war two and the idea of fitting as much into as little space as possible to save overall weight. He chose the platform with the smallest area that everything could fit on so there was minimal excess material which would add weight to the AEV and in turn decrease the efficiency of the AEV.

2.AEV sketch 2

This was Brads original design. The goal was to make an ultra lightweight AEV that could travel both directions equally well as this is an important part of completing the task. The overall shape and design stemmed from a troop transport carrier or tanker. This AEV would require extensive use of the 3D printers as the design does not conform to any of the predetermined bases which retrospectively may not be a feasible option. As a group it was determined to not peruse this idea any further, although we will try to incorporate the use of both propellers and a similar stabilizing wing.

3.  AEV Sketch 3

This was Jeremy’s original design. The designed stemmed from a B-2 spy plane to give the AEV a sleek design for cutting through the air. It has two motors for propulsion on a wide base plate. the wide plate allows for larger propellers for more power. The plate is designed so everything fits tight on it so no extra weight will result of open space on the plate. The arduino fits up front under the design cover, the battery on bottom and the track connection stemming from the back. The front B-2 cover would take extensive 3D printing and would take a lot of materials to make.

4. AEV Sketch 4

This is Steven’s design. He based the design off the front of the F117 Nighthawk for aerodynamic and cosmetic benefit. The two motors are equally distributed off the back using the + shaped board. The battery will be strapped to the bottom and there will feature a faceplate that is fit snuggly around the arm of the AEV.

Final Design:Final Design Sketches

Our group decided that Jacobs general design combined with the front covers of Jeremy’s and Stevens design would best meet our image and goals for the AEV. We will be utilizing the smallest base to minimize weight and mount a propeller on each side. We discussed two orientations (both pictured on the sketch), however when fitting the propellers only one orientation allowed proper clearance and we circled the final design that was chosen. We also will have the Arduino and battery located close to the center of mass so as to add stabilization and balance. The mount will be located close to the rear to offset the motors which are located on the front of the wings. Our light and compact AEV will have less wind resistance with a sleek front cover inspired by a boeing F-117 spy plane.