Aerial Robot Mechanical Systems Design
Mechanical team leadership and project management for RoboMaster aerial robot systems.
Role: Mechanical Team Lead and Project Manager
Context: RoboMaster Competition
Timeline: Sep 2023 - Sep 2024
Led project management and mechanical design for an autonomous drone platform, working closely with algorithm and embedded systems teams to ensure the mechanical system supported sensing and control requirements.
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Key work included:
- Designed and optimized a composite-material drone protection system to improve crash survival rate.
- Developed robust gimbal and ammunition feeding mechanisms.
- Achieved 26.5 m/s projectile velocity and 26 Hz shooting rate with 500+ rounds continuous firing capability.
- Iteratively improved the structural design through four major versions.
- Achieved 15 kg self-weight with 60 kg total thrust.
Awards:
- First Prize, RoboMaster 2024 University Championship Regional Competition, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and Overseas Division
- Second Prize, RoboMaster 2024 University Championship Final Tournament