Quanser Aero 2 Aerospace Control Experiment
The Aero 2 comes with a reconfigurable dual-rotor aerospace project in the experimental controls domain and has the capacity to conduct a wide scope of undergrad topics in control systems in addition to performing a wide range of research topics in control systems. The design operates using two rotors in a manner that provides thrust and can be utilized in a safe manner for experimentation and control of dynamics in various setups. With a capacity to adjust the thrust vector and lock an axis in addition to having interchangeable propellers, it can be utilized as different models in the aero domain, such as the half-quadrotor model, the single degree-of-freedom VTOL model, and the two degrees-of-freedom helicopter model.
SPECIFICATIONS
Dual-rotor configuration for thrust generation
Interchangeable propellers
User-adjustable thrust vectors
Individually lockable axes
Built-in amplifier with integrated current sensor
Built-in data acquisition device
Interchangeable QFLEX 2 interface panel
Four high-resolution optical encoders
One inertial measurement unit for pitch and yaw control
Slip ring wiring for continuous 360-degree yaw rotation
FEATURES
- Compact base design for laboratory use
- Supports connection to PCs, embedded computers, and microcontrollers
- Enables abstraction of multiple aerospace system models
- Suitable for both instructional and research-focused applications
