Students apply concepts to design, build, and fly a remote-controlled aircraft for a capstone project, gaining practical experience in sustainable aviation systems.
The COSMOS UC Irvine - Sustainable Aviation Systems program introduces students to aerospace and mechanical engineering, focusing on the modern challenge of sustainability in the aviation industry. Participants will learn about the engineering design process and the fundamentals of flight mechanics. The curriculum delves into the performance and emissions tradeoffs of various fuel types, including liquid fuels, electrification, solar energy, and fuel cells. Students will gain hands-on experience with fabrication techniques such as computer-aided drawing and 3D printing to communicate their designs. The capstone project involves designing, building, and flying a remote-controlled aircraft. Through this intensive four-week residential program, students develop an understanding of the long-term environmental impacts of aviation designs and explore innovative solutions for the future of the industry.
A typical day includes morning lectures, afternoon lab sessions, and extracurricular activities, providing an immersive and hands-on learning experience.
This program is ideal for talented and motivated California high school students entering grades 8-12 who have demonstrated an aptitude for academic and professional careers in STEM subjects, particularly those interested in aerospace, mechanical engineering, and sustainable technologies.
University of California, Irvine
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