Designed and built a flight-capable RC airplane
Integrated a brushless motor propulsion system for efficient thrust
Built control surfaces (ailerons, elevator, rudder) for maneuverability
Constructed a lightweight airframe to improve flight efficiency
Implemented radio transmitter and receiver systems for remote control
RC Plane
Introduction
This project involved designing and building a fully functional remote-controlled airplane using lightweight materials and brushless propulsion. The goal was to apply physics and engineering principles to create a stable, efficient aircraft while developing hands-on skills in aeronautical design and electronics integration.
Date
July, 2025
ROLES
Builder
Designer
Functions
Throttle Control System
Aileron Roll Control
What?
How?
Designed the airframe structure using lightweight materials to reduce drag and weight
Installed a brushless motor, ESC, and battery system for propulsion
Wired and configured the receiver, servos, and control surfaces for flight control
Applied basic aerodynamics and flight dynamics principles during design
Tested and adjusted balance, control response, and propulsion performance
Results:
Successfully built a fully operational RC aircraft capable of controlled flight
Achieved stable flight and responsive control surfaces
Demonstrated integration of aerodynamics, propulsion systems, and electronics
Developed practical experience in aircraft design, flight control systems, and RC electronics