Development of Sanitization Drone
Project Overview
Motivation
- The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted health, economy, and daily life globally.
- Sanitizing large areas like halls, malls, parks, and streets is challenging, requiring significant manpower and time.
- Manual sanitization methods (e.g., hand pumps) are slow and tedious.
- Prolonged exposure to sanitizers can cause health risks such as skin irritation, respiratory issues, and liver damage.
- Drones offer an effective solution for large-scale sanitization, reducing human effort and exposure.
What Was Done
Drone Design
Designed and developed a 3D-printed quadcopter equipped with a sanitizer reservoir and spray system.
Component Selection
Conducted thrust calculations and selected components such as motors, batteries, and flight controllers.
Design Iterations
Iterated the design to improve weight, strength, and aesthetics by scaling down the frame and replacing plates with grills.
Analysis & Planning
Conducted stress analysis and motion studies to ensure structural integrity and created a bill of materials for procurement.
What was Learned
Material Selection
The importance of material selection in drone design, balancing strength, weight, and cost.
Iterative Design
The iterative design process to optimize performance and resource utilization.
Integration Challenges
Practical challenges in integrating components like motors, batteries, and spray systems.
Simulation Value
The role of simulations (e.g., stress analysis) in validating design decisions.
What Was Achieved
- Functional Drone Design
- ~8.2 min Flight Time
- 1.7 kg Weight
- 4:1 Thrust Ratio
