Applied Engineering Research Lab
Updates
Recruitment, sponsor visibility, collaborator outreach, and cycle milestones all live here.
Recruitment
Where we need help
We are recruiting across controls, hardware, electronics, simulation, and documentation. Members who want hands-on experience should start with the join page and the FCS documentation hub.
Sponsors
Support priorities
- Prototype hardware and spare parts
- Sensors, batteries, and power electronics
- Fabrication materials
Collaborators
How outside experts can help
- Control systems and estimation
- Embedded software and validation
- Simulation workflows
What this page tracks over time
Recruitment drives and member onboarding windows
Sponsor acknowledgments and support needs
Open calls for collaboration or technical review
Milestone announcements tied to active projects
Cycle Milestones
Upcoming milestones
Test Flight
Controlled Power-On Subsystem Check
Oct 18, 2026 Lab 304 / Test Bench
Test Flight
First Unrestrained Hover Tests
Nov 5, 2026 Indoor Flight Arena
Milestone
Cycle 1 Handoff & Release Presentation
Nov 20, 2026 Engineering Auditorium
Recent Activity
Past milestones
Milestone
Track A: Procurement & Bare Frame Dry-Fit
Sep 15, 2026 Lab 304
Workshop
Track B: State Vector Definition Sync
Sep 22, 2026 Virtual