Aerospace Engineering

Evolution of Flight Presentation

We were assigned a certain aspect that led to the evolution of flight. Our topic was GPS technologies, and we were asked to create a presentation on how it came to improve flight as we know it today.
This was our first assigned presentation for this class, and at first, it was awkward meeting everybody in the group, but it soon became comfortable for everyone. We assigned each other certain information topics we were most comfortable presenting and created plans to meet the presentation duration.
A reflection I had was that presentations didn't need to be scary, and I learned a lot of new things about GPS, something that seemed so simply integrated into our everyday life.

GPS Technology

The objective of this project was to make a rocket from base instructions with group members. This was all in part to the end goal of launching the rocket and going the highest and having all functions work (e.g., the parachute functions properly)
The project process wasn't too demanding, as it was just gluing together construction parts and following instructions as presented in an instruction manual. All in all, we had to take the components and then assemble them.
Some things I took away from this project were that you have to be very precise with constructing rockets, as slight mishaps like shaving the wooden parts too unevenly or cutting the rubber band too short can almost completely jeopardize the project. I learned that patience is required to have a successful product.

The objective of this was to prepare us for an upcoming test and educate us on what guides airplanes to take off and land safely. This also included the routes.
This process included sketching out on paper in our Engineering Notebook and completing online progress checks. We had to calculate airspeed/Flight Duration with varying factors to help prepare us.
I learned the purpose of VOR, ILS, GPS, & More. These things helped pilots navigate properly, and adjust for landing/takeoffs, and included the systems of allowing pilots to accurately position the aircraft.

Musculoskeletal System (1).pdf

The goal of this project was to present different ways Microgravity could affect the human body. The topic we were assigned was the Musculoskeletal System and how it was affected.
The process of developing this presentation began with finding an appropriate free license template to use on Canva that represented something to do with our project. This then led to the assignment and split of work evenly among group members, and a proper understanding of our slides so we could present the information in depth.

I learned about the Musculoskeletal System more than anything else. I realized that I overlooked how many things you have to consider in Aerospace, from the technology to how humans are affected by external factors.

We were assigned to construct a balsa wood glider. We were given around 2-3 class periods worth of time to plan and build our glider, and make adjustments as necessary.
The overall project's process was strong as our group communicated well, and we all held our part in constructing the aircraft. We all supported and helped each other when needed, and ended with a properly built glider.
I learned the actual means and proper specifications it took to just make a wooden aircraft fly, and realized how much effort and care it takes to make a real, full-sized plane properly function. I also learned how each part affects the plane's flight trajectory as parts were broken/fallen off during flight.

Aerospace Engineering Glider Project 2B

The objective of this project was to present a method for how satellites are propelled in space.
Vibhav, Samuel, and I had to split up the presentation information. We practiced proper communication to let each other know how each part of our presentation was going to work and how long each of our segments would take.
I learned how the application of Electrodynamic Tethers actually allowed satellites to move, as it interacts with Earth's electromagnetic field.

Electrodynamic Tethers.pdf

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