Drone Building Course

The Complete Guide

About this course

Dive into the world of drones with our comprehensive 'Drone Building Course,' this is the ultimate guide and one-stop solution for hands-on drone assembly. Uncover the essentials of drone building like calibration, sensor integration, and mission planning. From the basics of METAR and NATO phonetic to advanced drone modes, this course covers it all. Fly your creation with confidence after completing this comprehensive program, designed to turn enthusiasts into skilled drone builders. Check below topics for more details.

Introduction to drone types and applications
Understand and assemble the various components of the drone
Introduction to Digital Sky platform
Work on telemetry and communication
Integrate multiple payloads and cameras
Assemble a drone by yourself
Launch your drone into flight!

Basics of METAR and NATO phonetic
Learn about the autopilot systems
Uploading the firmware into the flight controller.
Learn calibration, mission planning and post processing
Build geo-fencing & master the non-GPS navigation methods
Know the legal and safety checks

Learn to bind radio transmitters and receivers
Master advanced drone modes and notches
Integration of sensors & actuators
Learn to remove common flight controller and ESC errors
Learn the maintenance and pre-post flight checklist

Day 1: Introduction to Drones

History of Drones
Authorities for drones in India
What are drones, UAV, UAS, RPAS
Physics of drones
Flight mechanics of drones
Different types of multi-rotor designs
Different types of fixed wing drone designs
Hybrid drones
Categories of drones
Classification of drones
Radio Telemetry
Meteorology
Applications of drones in different industries

Day 2: Introduction to Complete Hardware

Design philosophy of drones
Types of drone frames
Functions of flight controllers and their types
Functions of ESCs, motors, propellers, PDBs
Different types of batteries
Payloads and sensors including camera

Day 3: Digital Sky platform and Introduction to Ground Station

Drones rules in India
Changes in regulations over the years
Introduction to DigitalSky platform
Functional demonstration of DigitalSky
Dos and Don’ts of flight
Introduction to ground station
Ground station software installation
Ground station software features

Day 4: Assembly of Rotorcraft

Tools for assembly
Assembly precautions
Wiring connections for flight controller
Component connections
Radio controller binding
Battery charging and installation
Sensors and actuators integration
Maintenance checks

Day 5: Calibration and Flight Safety

Installation of firmware on flight controller
Copter flight modes
Radio control calibration
Accelerometer calibration
Compass calibration
Flight mode configuration
ESC calibration
Types of failsafes
Geofencing
Preflight postflight processing
Flight precautions

TO GET MORE DETAILS ABOUT THE COURSE

Hi Students! I’m Dev Shah, a drone designer and the founder of Skyforce Innovations PVT LTD. With a Master’s in Electronics from V.J.T.I. and as a DGCA certified drone pilot, I’ve delved deep into drone circuits and structural designs. With six years of experience, I lead Skyforce in manufacturing drones for civil and defense sectors, alongside contributing to drone education. Join me on a journey where innovation and technology converge in the dynamic realm of drones, as Skyforce Innovations spearheads advancements in the industry.

Hello young aviators, I am Shloka Hajare, Head of Operations at Skyforce Innovations Pvt. Ltd. I graduated as an Aerospace Engineer and I have four years of experience in designing and integrating drones in the civil as well as defense landscapes. With the responsibility of operations, I have insights into the intricacies of all the verticals of designing and manufacturing drones in the ecosystem. I excel in planning, drafting, and documenting strategies, and procedures. So get ready to embark on a journey of relentless pursuit in the drone industry!