Unlike most conceptual projects, the work was not limited solely to creating an attractive appearance. At the design stage, special attention was paid to the engineering layout of the product, the ergonomics of operation and the integration of all structural elements into a single functional body.
One of the key tasks was to design the folding structure of the device. The kinematics of folding the beams, the relative position of the engines and propellers, fixing the elements in the transport position and ensuring minimal dimensions without compromising the rigidity of the structure were carefully worked out.
Special attention was paid to the internal layout of the case. Convenient solutions were developed for quick access to the battery compartment, electronic components, cooling systems and service nodes. The design of the case was designed in such a way that the maintenance of the device took minimal time and did not require complete disassembly of the product.
When designing the exterior, several stylistic trends were studied, differing in the nature of the surfaces, body plasticity and shaping. The main task was to find the most efficient layout, providing a combination of aerodynamic efficiency, low weight, high structural rigidity and a modern recognizable appearance.
Special attention was paid to payload integration. The camera module, viewing systems, navigation sensors and backlight elements were organically integrated into the architecture of the case, preserving the integrity of the design and ensuring maximum viewing angles of the equipment.
As a result, a professional quadcopter project was created with a well-thought-out engineering architecture, focused on the subsequent production of a prototype and further product development.
Completed works
- Research of professional UAV concepts
- Development of industrial quadcopter design
- Design of the external housing
- Development of a folding structure
- Study of the internal layout
- Placement of the battery compartment and electronics
- Integration of camera suspension and payload
- Design of the housing cooling system
- Creation of a three-dimensional CAD model
- Preparation of presentation visualizations
Project Features
- Compact folding design
- Thoughtful engineering layout
- Quick access to the battery and internal components
- Integration of cameras and navigation sensors
- Minimum transport dimensions
- Rigid and lightweight construction
- Modern industrial design
- Preparation of the structure, taking into account mass production
Project result
As a result of the project, a comprehensive concept of a professional quadrocopter STRIX was developed, combining industrial design and product engineering. The created architecture ensures compactness in the transport position, ease of operation, rational placement of internal components and a modern technological appearance. The developed digital model can serve as the basis for making a prototype, conducting tests and further launching the product into mass production.