Aerospace Engineering Student | Manufacturing & AIT

Aidan Murray

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Case Study

Modular RC Aircraft Structural Design for Rapid Iteration

Designed modular wing and fuselage structures with manufacturability and assembly in mind to support fast iteration and repairability.

Problem

Large RC airframes must balance structural strength, weight, and manufacturability while remaining easy to assemble, modify, and repair during iterative development.

Role

CAD DesignerPersonal Project / Remote Collaboration • Jul–Dec 2024

Wing modeling, internal fuselage support design, and CAD-driven DFM/DFA decisions for modular airframe assemblies.

Tools & Skills

Fusion 360DFM/DFAStructural layoutFastener and fit planningRapid prototyping3D printing

Results

  • Modeled modular wing components with defined interfaces to support repeatable assembly and straightforward replacement.
  • Designed internal fuselage support structures to improve stiffness while maintaining accessibility for assembly and maintenance.
  • Iterated geometry based on print and fit feedback to improve alignment, strength, and ease of assembly.