Overview
What you will learn
On successful completion of the Mechatronics for UAV course offered by Cranfield University you will be able to:
- Gain an in-depth knowledge of modern mechatronics architecture for UAVs and robotic/autonomous systems
- System development cycle, design, procurement, and manufacturing processes
- Complete guidance to evaluate the requirement/application, select appropriate sensors, processors, and actuators
- Firmware development and architecture in embedded systems
- In depth UAV applications, technologies, and design principles
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Analog/digital electronics basics
- Embedded systems
- Passive and active sensors with demonstration
- UAV processing electronics
- Embedded software
- Actuators and control
- Wireless communication protocols, security, and hardware overview
- Quadcopter systems design
- Autonomous control algorithms
- Control system design - Basic flight control, obstacle detection, and surveillance
- Stability control: Kalman filter
- Autonomous UAV control strategies: demonstrations
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Please enquire for course dates
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
MechatronicsAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- This course is aimed at design engineers, technical staff working within automotive industry. It is also suitable for engineers, technology enthusiast, who want to gain in depth knowledge via hands on experience.
Tuition Fee
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International
1925 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1925 GBP for the full programme during 5 days. -
National
1925 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1925 GBP for the full programme during 5 days.
Living costs for Cranfield
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.