Overview
This lab introduced us to the Believer frame and main components. In small groups, we examined the kit contents, identified the structural parts, and connected them to their functions in flight. We also had to review two bills of materials (BOM) for electronic systems, describing the purpose of each component, and then compare it with an external build guide to determine how documentation supports the assembly process. Each activity emphasizes teamwork, technical vocabulary, and systems thinking, building a foundation in air-frame familiarization that is essential for future integration, troubleshooting, and UAS operations.
Our Resources Used
Airframe parts
Below is a list of everything that was included when unpacking everything
Electronics
The Electric bill of materials below compares what we had delivered with the Believers against the Blog and what they used to build.
Similarities differences to blog
The Electric bill of materials below compares what we had delivered with the Believers against the Blog and what they used to build. This is also the
Similarities differences to blog
Build instructions
The list below outlines our plan for building and assembling our Believer.
Frame Assembly
Glue lock mounts into foam Glue on the adapters onto the tail fins Glue in motor mounts (be careful as not to shift the foam as this needs to be as accurate as possible) Glue on tail fin adapter on half of fuselage that does not have lock mounts on it Glue plywood pieces on inside of fuselage where the carbon spars go through Glue on servo mount for parachute bay Glue on screw bases for nacelle covers Glue on one of the wing adapters (other will be glued on after fuselage is glued together) Glue fuselage halves together Install carbon tubes into inside of fuselage Glue on second wing adapter Glue in the battery plate Take the time to test fit the wings and tail, ensuring that they do not wobble.
Servos, tail, and motor assembly:
Install control horns on all control surfaces Install tail servos (Install them towards the front of the fuselage) Install circular servo disc Assemble push rods and install Install cover on aileron servos Electronics