Propulsion

We design, select, and test the motor, propeller, and battery system that gives the aircraft the thrust it needs.

Propulsion System Design + Testing

The propulsion subteam designs and tests the aircraft’s propulsion system by selecting the right motor, propeller, and battery combination for the mission. Members use tools like eCalc, RC Benchmark, and hands-on test setups to compare configurations and measure thrust, efficiency, and reliability. It is a strong introduction to experimental testing and to how power system choices affect the aircraft as a whole.

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Propulsion system testing
Propulsion hardware setup

Bench testing compares motor, propeller, and battery combinations to find efficient thrust for the mission.

Current Subteam Leads

Evelyn Madrigal

Evelyn Madrigal

Mechanical Engineering Major

Yahir Dominguez

Yahir Dominguez

Mechanical Engineering Major