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ENGIN 253 - Flying Robots: From Small Drones to Aerial Taxis
Course Title
Flying Robots: From Small Drones to Aerial Taxis
Course Description
Aerial robots are increasingly becoming part of our daily lives. This course is aimed at a broad audience, and intends to give an introduction to the main considerations made when designing aerial robots. We will consider sizes ranging from less than 1 kilogram to vehicles that can carry multiple passengers. Using simple physics, we will derive some fundamental constraints and trade-offs. We will also discuss autonomy of such systems, and specifically different components used in the sense-decide-act feedback control loop.
Minimum Units
1
Maximum Units
1
Grading Basis
Default Letter Grade; S/U Option
Instructors
Mueller
American Cultures Requirement
No
Reading and Composition Requirement
None of the Reading and Composition Requirement
Prerequisites
Multivariable calculus, Linear algebra, Differential equations (e.g. Math 53 & 54). Engineering physics (e.g. Physics 7A and Physics 7B).
Repeat Rules
Course is not repeatable for credit.
Credit Restriction Courses
-
Credit Replacement Courses
-
Course Objectives
Student Learning Outcomes
Formats
Web-based Discussion, Web-based Lecture
Term
Summer
Weeks
Other
Weeks
5
Web-Based Discussion Hours
1
Web-Based Lecture Hours
2.6
Outside Work Hours
9
Term
Fall and Spring
Weeks
Other
Weeks
5
Web-Based Discussion Hours
1
Web-Based Lecture Hours
2.6
Outside Work Hours
9