Details

The main aim of the workshop is to introduce basic aeromodelling concepts, learning the techniques and use of aeromodelling theories in aeromodelling. Having undergone this workshop, you will be in a position to build your own powered RC glider for flying.

Contents of the Workshop

• Introduction to aeromodelling
• Introduction to flight
• Types of flying model
• Control surface of airplane
• Principles of flying and force action
• Aerodynamic concepts (aerofoil concept)
• Types of gliders
• Ways of launching
• How stuff works (transmitter, brushless motor, etc.)
• Construction of wing span, fuselage, horizontal tail and vertical tail (calculation ratio part)
• Assembly of the parts
• Centre of gravity of the glider
• Trimming of the servo using transmitter
• Flying session

Registrations for this workshop are closed.

Kit

The kit consists of

• 1 brushless out runner motor.
• 2 servo motors
• Servo connectors.
• 1 speed controller.
• 1 battery.
• Transmitter (4 channel remote control) with receiver.
• Servo extension.
• Push rod.
• Dean.
• Pin horn.
• Ss fuse.
• Propeller.
• Propeller adapter.
• Gold connector.
• Charger with adapter.
• Light weight board.
• General tools and glue.
• Carbon Fibre rod.
• L motor mounting.

Cost

The cost of the workshop is Rs.10000 (inclusive of kits) for a team of upto 5 members. The cost of the workshop is Rs.800 (without kits) per person. If you do not wish to take the kit, you have to register as individuals.

The Payment has to be made by Demand Draft in favour of The Registrar, IIST, Payable at Trivandrum. You also need to send an attested photocopy of the college ID cards of the team members. Do not forget to mention your team ID (Team ID's are provided in the registration mail). DD's received after 23rd February 2010, will NOT be accepted. You are requested to send us an email at 2010[at]conscientia[dot]co[dot]in with a scanned copy of the demand draft, to prevent problems arising due to postal delay.

Please mail your DD at this address,

Conscientia Office,
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology,
ATF Campus, ISRO P.O., Thumba,
Thiruvananthapuram 695022,
Kerala

Cost of the workshop consists of:

• Kit
• Training fee.
• Training material, CD and kit user materials

Important Information

• Participants must register on the website to attend this workshop.
• Certificates will be awarded to all the participants.
• For any queries and clarifications, contact wnl[at]conscientia[dot]co[dot]in.

List of DDs Received

To be updated soon.