Research and Development

The R&D Division conducts research projects and technology maturation efforts to enhance the competition team’s capabilities. Beginning in fall 2022, the R&D division is developing a Vertical Take-off and Landing (VTOL) testbed for demonstrating the team’s ability to construct a VTOL capable aircraft. A prototype platform is scheduled for completion by
April 15th, 2023. The R&D Division is also constructing an obstacle avoidance sensing suite with the intent of testing it on the VTOL testbed and integrating it into future competition team designs.