The AAM design consists of five different subassemblies including the mount, harness, gimbal, arm, and claw. These subassemblies work together to complete the mechanical gripper which is responsible for grabbing, holding, and placing the first aid kit.
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To hold electrical components in place
PLA, Arduino, Wires, AA Batteries, Battery Pack
3D Printing, Amazon
Roughly $72 (including electrical components)
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To secure the mount for the electrical components and gimbal mount onto the drone
Velcro
Amazon
$5.66
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Offset the torque caused from the payload and hold the assembly to the body of the drone
PLA
3D printing
Roughly $1
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To raise and lower the payload from the bottom of the drone. Uses a motor to coil and uncoil a string which manipulates the expansion of the scissor mechanism
PLA, Nylon, motor
3D printing, SG90 9g Micro Servo
Roughly $4
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To safely secure payload during flight and to safely release payload at target objective.
PLA
3D Printing, Amazon
Roughly $5