LIFT UP AS A TRAINING PROJECT IN PREPARATION FOR THE PROFESSIONAL WORLD
Our members learn to work in teams, to integrate their work with that of others, and to meet project deadlines and requirements. We also strive to expand our know-how by testing new production methods, particularly in the field of composite materials.
A key feature that enhances the team’s potential is the creation of an environment for exchange, where peers with different knowledge can interact, fostering personal growth and enriching the experience of every member.
oUR WORK
DESIGN AND SIMULATION
Each of our drones is the result of a careful design process that covers all the main systems of the aircraft. The project’s internal divisions are responsible for conceiving and optimizing every aspect, from aerodynamics to structural design, all with the aim of maximizing performance in competition.
CONSTRUCTION
Once the design phase is completed, our drones come to life in the laboratory of the Department of Industrial Engineering. The Structures division, together with the Onboard Systems division, is responsible for physically building the aircraft using the most suitable materials. From balsa and wood to high-performance components made with composite materials in fiberglass and carbon fiber, which we produce directly in-house through Vacuum Assisted Resin Transfer Molding.
FLIGHT TESTING
To evaluate the performance of our aircraft, we often carry out tests at dedicated airfields equipped for measurements and flight trials. All the results are then used to further improve both performance and the design of future aircraft.
RESEARCH
In order to continuously improve our knowledge, we place great importance on ongoing research and data measurement. In particular, we have independently developed a traction machine to test composite material specimens and a test stand to measure the performance of the propulsion unit consisting of engine and propeller.
