Building the UAVs
Component List
Design Files
BOM
The BOM can be downloaded from here.
Carbon Fibre Machining Companies
The base frame of the UAV is machined from a Carbon Fibre sheet. Unless you want to do this yourself, we recommend using one of the following companies for manufacturing the frames:
- CNC Madness (Canada) — Good price and quality, great if you are not in a rush
- Carbon Fibre Tubes (UK) — More expensive than CNC Madness, but they are located in Fareham and registered as a supplier with the university so better for quick turnarounds
Altering the frame design
If you need to change the design of the frame, maybe to accommodate different components, you are strongly encouraged to 3D print a prototype before ordering the frame. This will help you identify any potential issues with the design before investing significant time and money into having the frames manufactured.