The Green Initiative Fund 

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TGIF aircraft

TGIF: Grant program for sustainability-focused research 

Objective:

  • Design & Build R/C aircraft for environmental research 
    • Carry methane, humidity sensors, FLIR cameras, etc. 
    • Collaboration with Civil & Environmental Dept. Profs. 
  • Budget: $10,000
  • Deliverable
    • R/C aircraft capable of hosting a variety of sensors; collecting, processing, visualizing data

Existing Design: 

  • Wingspan: 1.039 Meters
  • Length: 1.374 Meters
  • Weight: 0.9 Kg
    • Payload: 0.33 Kg 

Trainer Aircraft

We are also working on building a trainer aircraft for training our members how to fly rc aircraft. This project is still ongoing so join our discord server and stay tuned for future updates!