This is a new Advanced Robotics Workshop that focuses on Aerial Robotics. This workshop will focus on equipping students with skills required to build an Autonomous Hover Craft – The most basic form of an Aerial Robot – Something that hovers just above the ground.

Duration: 3 Days

Chennai

Dates: 17, 18 & 19 September 2010
Venue: Loyola College, Chennai
####Loyola college is just the Venue for the Workshop. Please Do Not Call The College for any clarifications. Call Simple Labs on 044 – 2371 2636 for all your queries####
Fee: Rs. 11,500/- for a team of 3

#### STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING 1 LAPTOP FOR EACH TEAM ####

Kit Details

Power Systems and Actuators
Outrunner Brushless Motor 2205-15T, 2160KV or Superior
ESC15A Speed Control for Brushless Motor, 15A
7×5″ (178x127mm) Thin Electric Propeller
Prop Adapter 3mm Shaft
7.4V 800mAh Li-Polymer Battery, 15C
DC Balance Charger for 2-3 cell Li-Po Battery with charge adaptor 7.4-11.1V, GA005 / GA-005
Premium Feather Karbonite Geared Servo Motor [Torque at 4.8V- 1.0kg.cm] [Speed at 4.8V - 0.14sec/60°] [Bearing - Top Ball Brg] [Dimensions(HxWxL) - 23.6x9.8x22.4mm] [Weight - 8g]
Pushrod Fast Connector 1.5mm (5pcs)
Base Vehicle
Ply, Coro with Waterproof Skirt
Tools
Required Adhesives and Abrasives
1.5mm Allen Key, Screw Drivers(+,- )& Nose Pliers
Automation & Control Systems
Induino Board + IR Proximity Sensor Modules + Other Required Electronics

Program Schedule Outline
DAY 1:
Introduction to Robotics & UAVs
Introduction to the Workshop
Introduction to Principles of Flight
Design Considerations
Build the Hovercraft
Integrate the Skirt
Attach the Propulsion Systems
Attach and Setup the Rudder
DAY 2:
Introduction to Arduino
Programming the Arduino
Working with Sensors
Programming Servo’s
Programming to Control ESC
DAY 3:
Programming the AEROBOT
Tuning (Gain & Control Adjustments)
Optimizing the Aerobot

Ample Focus of Good Building Practices and Techniques; Stress on Ethics and Safe & Aware Project Development; Awareness of Opportunities in India; Guidance to choosing the best locally available materials

For More Information: Call 96771 80990 / 044 – 2371 2636 / info@simplelabs.co.in

visit www.simplelabs.co.in for registration