Blood Donation Camp 2024

WORKSHOP

Drones Workshop

Date: 23rd & 24th November 2024

Time/ Duration: 11:30 am to 5:30 pm

Venue: NHG Maths Lab

No. of Participants: 59 students from Grades V to XII

Objectives:  

  • To develop technical skills through hands-on drone assembly and operation.
  • To enhance creativity and problem-solving via innovative drone-building tasks.
  • To introduce real-world applications of drones across various modern industries.

Event Details:

New Horizon Gurukul hosted an immersive “Learn, Build, Fly” Drone Workshop by Cybotz Technology, offering students a hands-on exploration of cutting-edge drone technology. Participants worked on assembling an FPV Freestyle drone valued at Rs.45,000 – Rs.50,000, incorporating components akin to those used in agricultural, survey, and military applications. The workshop commenced with an introduction to drone classifications per DGCA guidelines, spanning Micro, Nano, Small, Medium, and Large, and explored types such as Fixed Wing, Multirotor, and VTOLs. Fundamental physics concepts like lift, thrust, and drag were explained, alongside detailed discussions on drone components, including cameras, propellers, brushless motors, flight controllers, ESCs, frames, and batteries. Activities included kit assembly, simulator training, outdoor drone flights, and a captivating drone show. Enthusiastic parent participation and certificates of completion further enriched the experience.