Mechanical Design @ Avidrone

My role focused on providing mechanical design solutions and validation testing for key aircraft systems including propulsion, airframes, fuel systems, and payloads. I collaborated closely with both mechanical and electrical engineers to ensure seamless integration of components such as LiDARs, cameras, GPS modules, strobes, and various PCBs. Throughout the term, I used SolidWorks extensively to design mounting and housing assemblies with careful consideration for weight, manufacturability, and compatibility with existing systems.

Key Contributions

A major focus of my internship involved creating over 110 technical drawings for critical drone components using GD&T principles and conducting tolerance stack-ups. I also supported wire harness routing, developed PCB outlines, and contributed to weekly drone build-ups for flight tests and customer deliveries. In addition to hands-on assembly, I authored key documents, including Bills of Materials, Clear to Bill documentation, and work instructions using ERP software such as Odoo.

This internship was a valuable opportunity to apply mechanical design principles in the fast-paced UAV industry. It strengthened my skills in both digital design and physical prototyping, areas I’m excited to continue developing as I move forward in my engineering career.

Component Mounts

Here are some mounting designs I created for GPS and PCB components during my internship. While confidentiality agreements prevent me from sharing additional projects, these pieces showcase my approach to functional design solutions.