Drone Assembly - SolidWorks Design

Project Overview

This project involves designing a modular drone system using SolidWorks, aimed to create a robust and efficient design process, modular assembly, and comprehensive documentation.

Design Components

The design includes two sub-assemblies:

• Propeller Arm Assembly: Comprising propeller blades, motor mounts, and supporting structures.
• Propeller Assembly: Including the propeller itself, hub, and fastening screws.

List of Components

• Fixture Stand: Acts as the support base for the entire drone.
• Bottom Board: Provides structural integrity and houses internal components.
• Top Board: Covers and protects internal circuitry.
• Propeller Arm Assembly: Sub-assembly comprising motor mount, support structure, and fasteners.
• Hex-Socket Head Cap Machine Screws:
  • Size: #3-56x0.3125x0.3125 (ANSI Inch Screw). Used for critical components like motors.
  • Size: M4x8 (ANSI Metric Screw). Used for minor components fastening.

Workflow

• Individual Part Modeling: Each component was meticulously designed with exact dimensions and tolerances.

• Sub-Assembly Creation: Smaller assemblies like the propeller and arm were created and tested for fit and function.

• Final Assembly: All parts were integrated into a cohesive design using SolidWorks assembly constraints.

• Documentation: A comprehensive drawing set was prepared, including views, dimensions, and BOM.