Design and Manufacturing of X-Shape Quadcopter
Abstract
A quadcopter is a form of unmanned aerial vehicle with several rotors. Surveillance, military operations, fire detection, agriculture, spyware, and a variety of other applications are all new to it. Because of their dependability, cost effectiveness, and multi-functionality, they are frequently used in many locations. This article details the design process, including component selection and manufacturing of X-shape quadcopter.
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Introduction
A quadcopter, often known as a quad rotor helicopter or quad rotor, is a multirotor helicopter with four rotors that lift and propel it. Quadcopters are categorised as rotorcraft rather than fixed-wing aircraft since they employ a set of rotors to generate lift (vertically oriented propellers). Quadcopters, unlike most helicopters, have two sets of identical fixed pitch propellers: two clockwise (CW) and two counter-clockwise (CCW) (CCW) as shown in Fig. 1. The lift and torque are controlled by varying the RPM. Changes in the rotation rate of one or more rotor discs change the torque load and thrust/lift characteristics of the vehicle, allowing it to be controlled [1].
Conclusion
Using Solid Works 2018, the frame of quadcopter is designed and manufactured using 3D printing technology with PLA-Plus filament. The main components are chosen depending on calculations. Based on the calculations, the suitable distribution of the components is done to reach the best center of gravity point to get the best balance possible.