About the Course
This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental physics principles that govern the operation of drones, as well as the math concepts that are used to understand and analyze drone flight. The course will cover topics such as lift, thrust, and drag, as well as vectors, trigonometry, and coordinate systems. Students will also learn how to use flight simulators and graphing software to visualize and analyze drone flight.
Syllabus:
Week 1: Introduction to drone physics
Introduction to drones and their basic principles of operation
The physics of lift, thrust, and drag
The role of airfoils and wing shapes in generating lift
Week 2: Vectors and trigonometry
Introduction to vectors and vector operations
Trigonometry and its application to drone flight
Week 3: Coordinate systems and graphing
Cartesian and polar coordinate systems
Graphing techniques for visualizing drone flight
Week 4: Flight simulators and analysis tools
Introduction to flight simulators and their use in drone design and analysis
Analysis tools for understanding and optimizing drone flight
Week 5: Case studies and applications
Real-world examples of drone physics and maths in action
Applications of drones in different industries and scenarios