Designing a 3D Printable Amphibious UAV
Budget: $30 – $250 USD
Subject: Design Request for Amphibious Fixed-Wing UAV (3D Printable Version)
Hello,
I would like to commission the design of a small amphibious fixed-wing UAV powered by a 50cc single-cylinder gasoline engine or equivalent electric engine, similar in concept to the GULL 36 but significantly smaller in size. The key point is that the airframe and structural components will be manufactured using 3D printing, so the design must be optimized for additive manufacturing.
Key design requirements:
Wingspan: 2.5–3.0 meters
Engine: 50cc gasoline (pusher or tractor configuration)
Max Takeoff Weight: 25–30 kg
Hull: Wave-piercing or V-shaped waterproof fuselage suitable for aquatic operation
Takeoff/Landing: STOL from both land and water
Payload Capacity: 1–2 kg (camera, sensors, communication modules)
Flight Control: Compatible with open-source systems like Pixhawk
Production Method: Entire airframe must be designed in parts suitable for FDM/FFF 3D printing (divided sections, flanged joints, screw holes, etc.)
Material Optimization: Compatible with technical filaments like ASA, PET-G, PC, or Nylon, including wall thickness and internal structure
Modularity: Preferably a detachable or modular design for ease of transport
I request full CAD modeling, technical drawings, center of gravity estimation, and basic aerodynamic analysis as part of the deliverables.
Please let me know about your timeline, pricing, and any prior relevant design experience you can share.
Best regards,
Hello,
I would like to commission the design of a small amphibious fixed-wing UAV powered by a 50cc single-cylinder gasoline engine or equivalent electric engine, similar in concept to the GULL 36 but significantly smaller in size. The key point is that the airframe and structural components will be manufactured using 3D printing, so the design must be optimized for additive manufacturing.
Key design requirements:
Wingspan: 2.5–3.0 meters
Engine: 50cc gasoline (pusher or tractor configuration)
Max Takeoff Weight: 25–30 kg
Hull: Wave-piercing or V-shaped waterproof fuselage suitable for aquatic operation
Takeoff/Landing: STOL from both land and water
Payload Capacity: 1–2 kg (camera, sensors, communication modules)
Flight Control: Compatible with open-source systems like Pixhawk
Production Method: Entire airframe must be designed in parts suitable for FDM/FFF 3D printing (divided sections, flanged joints, screw holes, etc.)
Material Optimization: Compatible with technical filaments like ASA, PET-G, PC, or Nylon, including wall thickness and internal structure
Modularity: Preferably a detachable or modular design for ease of transport
I request full CAD modeling, technical drawings, center of gravity estimation, and basic aerodynamic analysis as part of the deliverables.
Please let me know about your timeline, pricing, and any prior relevant design experience you can share.
Best regards,