Welcome to the Fixed-Wing Drone Design Course, a complete guide that takes you from the fundamentals of aerodynamics to building a fully functional UAV.
This course is designed for:
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Beginners who want to understand how fixed-wing drones work
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Drone enthusiasts looking to design their own aircraft
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Professionals aiming to expand into UAV design for mapping, agriculture, or surveillance
What You Will Learn
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Core aerodynamic principles that make fixed-wing drones fly
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How to design wings, fuselage, and tail structures
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Selecting motors, propellers, batteries, and flight controllers
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How to plan long-range autonomous missions
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Step-by-step design, simulation, and prototyping techniques
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Tips for improving efficiency, stability, and payload capacity
Course Format
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12 Modules – Each with theory, practical examples, and quizzes
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Design Software – Hands-on training with tools like XFLR5, eCalc, Fusion 360, and Mission Planner
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Real-world Examples – Based on actual UAV projects for mapping and surveillance
Learning Outcome
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
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Design and simulate a fixed-wing UAV from scratch
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Select components based on mission requirements
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Prototype and test your own aircraft
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Apply advanced techniques for aerodynamic optimization and mission planning
This is not just a theoretical course — it’s a practical, hands-on journey into the world of UAV engineering.
Course Features
- Lectures 22
- Quizzes 0
- Duration Lifetime access
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 0
- Assessments Yes
