Team 11 Indigenously Sourced Large Payload UAS

Summary

The team is developing a low-cost unmanned aerial system capable of carrying a five-pound payload across a 10-mile range using commonly available materials and commercial avionics. Components are sourced from local hardware suppliers to enable accessible, point-of-use manufacturing. The fixed-wing design mirrors a Cessna aircraft, emphasizing load capacity and simplicity, while demonstrating innovation in sustainable, low-cost aerospace production.