In your reading, you were exposed to a decomposition of UAS propulsion into a framework of sub-elements

In your reading, you were exposed to a decomposition of UAS propulsion into a framework of sub-elements. This activity will allow you to apply that decomposition methodology to additional UAS platforms.

You will perform a brief survey to identify three UAS, one with a reciprocating engine, one gas turbine, and one electric propulsion.

 Note: You cannot choose one of the platforms identified by Griffis, Wilson, Schneider, and Pierpont (2008) or Griffis et al. (2009) from the required or supplemental reading.

Locate a datasheet or similar reference for each UAS and write a summary organized for readability addressing the following:

1. UAS background:
   1. Manufacturer
   2. Platform name
   3. Typical applications
2. Airframe Details:
   1. Type (i.e. fixed-wing, multi-rotor, ducted fan, hybrid, etc.)
   2. Gross takeoff weight
   3. Wingspan or width
   4. Length
3. Decompose the system into each of the UAS conceptual framework elements.
   1. Energy Source (identify fuel/energy source type)
   2. Energy Transformer
   3. Powerplant (identify the type; at least one surveyed UAS must have a specific make and model specified)
   4. Propulsion effecter
   5. Control effecter
4. Identify at least four of the following properties of the UAS system.
5. Range
6. Endurance
7. Maximum airspeed
8. Ceiling altitude

Following your summary of each UAS, in one or two paragraphs, briefly summarize any insights gained through this exercise of decomposition and analysis.

Cite your sources using APA style citations including the datasheet and/or other resources used. 

Save your assignment using a naming convention that includes your first and last name and the activity number (or description). Do not add punctuation or special characters.

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Resources

• NTNU Open Research Data: UAV Database (Links to an external site.) (DataverseNO)
• Jane's by IHS (Links to an external site.) (ERAU Hunt Library - Janes)
  • Search the database using keywords such as drone, UAV, UAS, etc. to get the full set of unmanned aircraft information.
  • Note: There is a limit of 5 users at a time; please log out after use. If you are unable to access it, try again later. It is recommended that you access this source earlier in the module week.
• Google for specific UAS name and “datasheet”

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