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What does our Embry-Riddle chapter of
AIAA do?
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We participate in the Design, Build, Fly (DBF) competition: an annual
competition in which over 60 universities from across the globe compete to
design the most efficient radio-controlled aircraft to fly various missions,
such as carrying several different payload configurations, remotely dropping
various payloads, racing, etc.
This competition is the premier
goal of our chapter and we spend two semesters designing, manufacturing, and
test flying our aircraft as actual engineers would in the industry. We
are currently designing an aircraft to takeoff in less than 100 ft and carry
softballs and baseball bats. The
airplane, including all assembly equipment and payloads, needs to fit inside of
a 2ft x 2ft x 4ft case. To see the
competition requirements for the 2009-2010 season, please visit
www.aiaadbf.org.
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In addition, our chapter has a team working on the UAV Helicopter Project: a
design project focusing on the test flight and design of an autonomous
helicopter capable of carrying 42 lb.
The team has assembled the helicopter and designed a safety system for flight testing. The
team is currently working on getting the engine started for test flights.
What are the requirements to join?
Please note that you do not have to
be majoring in engineering to join us, but you need to be a nationally
recognized AIAA Student member!
What are the Benefits of being an AIAA member that set us
apart from other organizations?
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We are a professional organization, not a club, and experts in the industry
treat us that way.
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30 scholarships ranging from $2000 - $2500 are available each year to
undergraduate sophomores, juniors, and seniors.
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Student membership allows you purchase aerospace-related books at a much
cheaper price.
Some examples are:
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Introduction to Aeronautics: A Design
Perspective (2nd ed.) by Steven Brandt, Randall Stiles, John
Bertin, and Ray Whitford (Used in EGR 200)
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Introduction to Aircraft Flight Mechanics:
Performance, Static Stability, Dynamic Stability, and Classical Feedback
Control by Thomas R. Yechout (Used in AE 413: Airplane Stability and
Control)
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Aircraft Design: A Conceptual Approach
(4th ed.) by Daniel P. Raymer (A supplemental text for your senior
Preliminary and Detail Design classes)
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Student Membership comes with a free monthly subscription to
Aerospace America, a magazine that discusses experimental aircraft and
spacecraft designs.
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The objective of the American Institute of
Aeronautics and Astronautics is to advance the arts, sciences, and
technology of aeronautics and astronautics. The Institute encourages original
research, furthers dissemination of knowledge, fosters the professional
development of those engaged in scientific and engineering activities, improves
public understanding of the profession and its contributions, fosters education
in engineering and science as well as other professional groups, and stimulates
outstanding professional accomplishments.
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