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MANUFACTURING

​Discover the meticulous craftsmanship behind our fixed-wing, full carbon fiber drone. From lamination to sanding, every step of the manufacturing process is completed in-house, ensuring exceptional quality and performance.

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MOLD PREPARATION

Mold preparation involves arranging and securing the molds to ensure they are properly aligned and stable, crucial for achieving precise and high-quality components.

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MOLD TREATMENT

Mold treatment involves cleaning and applying release agents to the molds, ensuring smooth separation and high-quality surfaces of the finished components.

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WING LAMINATING

Wing laminating involves a three-phase process where carbon fiber sheets are applied in different orientations. This multi-directional layering ensures the wing can withstand torsion, shear, and bending forces, providing optimal strength and durability.

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WING BAKING

Baking with vacuum involves sealing the laminated wing in a vacuum bag and then placing it in an autoclave. The vacuum removes air pockets and ensures even pressure distribution, resulting in a strong, lightweight, and defect-free composite structure.

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WING ASSEMBLY

The wing assembly process includes integrating components such as the pitot tube into the wing structure. This step ensures that all functional elements are securely attached and properly aligned, contributing to the overall performance and accuracy of the UAV.

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WING STRUCTURE

The wing structure showcases the intricate internal framework, highlighting the careful engineering and precise construction required for optimal strength and aerodynamics. This meticulous design ensures the wing's performance and durability during flight.

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BEAM PREPARATION

Preparing the beam involves ensuring it can sustain all the loads of the wings. This critical component is meticulously crafted and reinforced to handle the stresses and forces encountered during flight, ensuring the overall integrity and safety of the UAV.

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FUSELAGE LAMINATING

Laminating the fuselage molds involves carefully layering carbon fiber sheets to create a strong and lightweight structure. This process ensures the fuselage can withstand various stresses while maintaining the necessary aerodynamic properties for optimal flight performance.

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FUSELAGE EXTRACTION

The fuselage, freshly pulled from the molds in one piece, demonstrates the success of the precise molding and curing process. This single, continuous structure ensures strength and integrity, ready for the next stages of assembly and finishing.

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POST-PROCESSING

The fuselage post-processing involves sanding and trimming to achieve a smooth surface and precise fit of all components. This step is essential for ensuring the aerodynamic efficiency and structural integrity of the final UAV assembly.

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Tail Assembly

The tail assembly process involves fitting and securing the UAV's tail components. This step is critical for maintaining the UAV's stability and control during flight. Technicians ensure that all parts are precisely aligned and firmly attached.

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Parts Ready for Assembly

The UAV's various components are laid out and organized before final assembly. This step is essential for ensuring that all parts are available and correctly matched, facilitating a smooth and efficient assembly process.

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We assemble the internal structures of the UAV's wings. This collaborative effort ensures that all components are correctly installed and securely fastened, which is crucial for the UAV's structural integrity and performance.

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Static Wing Test

A static wing test is conducted to verify the strength and durability of the UAV's wings. This test ensures that the wings can withstand the forces they will encounter during flight, guaranteeing safety and reliability.

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NOCTUA

The UAV is fully assembled and ready for final inspections and testing. This complete assembly includes all structural, aerodynamic, and electronic components, showcasing the culmination of meticulous craftsmanship and engineering expertise.

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