CSUN Aero Senior Design

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Project ends on December 15, at 11:31 AM PST
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CSUN SAE Aero Senior Design

The Aero Senior Design course is a two-semester capstone project within the Mechanical Engineering Department, focused on the design and development of a radio-controlled airplane. This hands-on initiative underscores the importance of integrating educational values and technological advancements, with the goal of competing in the SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) Aero Design West competition, which addresses missions related to wildfire management.


Annually, 30 students from the College of Engineering and Computer Sciences collaborate to participate in the SAE Aero Design West competition. This project provides students with an opportunity to demonstrate their technical skills and presents a platform for detailed presentations. These presentations cover the rationale behind design decisions, software and hardware considerations, and offer a comprehensive overview of the project's development.


The SAE Program envisions its events as a means to prepare future engineers for successful careers. By providing a platform for hands-on experience and technical challenges, the program aims to ensure that graduates enter the field with a strong foundation and the best possible start.


Brief History of the Program

2023-2024

International SAE Aero West 2024 Advanced Class

3rd – Technical Presentation 

2024 CSUN Symposium

Top Undergraduate Student of Mechanical Engineering in May 2024 (Randall Englehardt)

Senior Design Project Showcase

Top Mechanical Engineering Team for Oral Presentation


2022-2023 

International SAE Aero West 2023 Advanced Class

2nd – Technical Presentation 

2023 CSUN Symposium

1st - 3-minute Presentation 

1st - 10-minute Presentation 


2021-2022

International SAE Aero West 2022 Advanced Class


2nd – Mission Performance

3rd – Technical Presentation 

2022 CSUN Symposium

1st - Hamza Abdullah and Erick Navarro-Hernandez "Aerodynamic Characteristics of Horizontal and Vertical Tails".

1st - Christopher Gonzalez  "Optimization of Electronic Control Systems".

1st - Sara Khan and Noe Diaz   "Aerodynamics Analysis of a Powered Autonomous Delivery Aircraft"


2020-2021

International SAE Aero West 2021 Advanced Class:

1st – ME Senior Design Showcase

4th – Technical Presentation 

2021 CSUNPosium:

1st - Isaac Chavez “Performance Study of Low Reynolds Number Eppler 423 Airfoil”

2nd- Lorenzo Quijas & Tahir Quettawala “Performance Study of a Lifting Fuselage”

2nd- Calvin Lau "FEA Analysis on the Colonist Delivery Aircraft Hook Mount”


Levels
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$20

Aircraft Balsa Wood

This donation allows us to purchase more balsa wood for the construction and reinforcing of the structure for the primary aircraft. Donors of this level will receive team 2 logo pins and along with a certified team letter of appreciation

$50

RC Servos

This donation will allow us to purchase RC servos which will be used on the control surfaces of the aircraft and allow it change direction keeping a stable flight. Donors of this level will receive two team logo pins, one sticker of this years team logo along with a certified team letter of appreciation

$100

Carbon Fiber Sheets

This donation will provide the team with carbon fiber pre-pregnated sheets to use in the manufacturing process. Donors of this level will receive two team logo pins, three stickers of this years team logo, social media shoutout along with a certified team letter of appreciation

$250

Team Equipment

This donation will allow the team to purchase equipment used during competition. Donors of this level will receive two team logo pins, three stickers of this years team logo, social media shoutout, and flight day invite along with a certified team letter of appreciation

$500

BRONZE

This donation enters the sponsorship package involving the company logo sticker 6"x8" being placed upon the plane

$750

SILVER

This donation enters the sponsorship package involving the company logo sticker 8"x10" being placed upon the plane

$1,000

GOLD

This donation enters the sponsorship package involving the company logo sticker 10"x12" being placed upon the plane and a laser cut plaque as a form of gratitude

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