Conceptual Design and Analysis of a Micro Air Vehicle (MAV)

Our research addresses challenges in Micro Air Vehicle (MAV) design, emphasizing adaptability, reliability, and scalability for both military and civilian applications. We introduce an innovative S-shaped thin cambered airfoil to enhance aerodynamic performance, alongside comprehensive aerodynamic analysis using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). Objectives include designing a versatile MAV capable of executing various mission profiles, optimizing aerodynamic characteristics, and selecting suitable electronics and propulsion systems.

Through detailed analysis, we compare conventional and S-shaped airfoils, demonstrating benefits of the latter in delaying stall and improving MAV performance. Wing analysis identifies a superior aspect ratio for enhanced lift forces crucial for efficient take-off and landing. Propulsion system analysis using ANSYS Fluent ensures an efficient thrust-to-weight ratio across different RPM ranges, indicating effectiveness during standard flying conditions and adaptable performance for various operational scenarios.