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JOURNEY & ACHEIVEMENTS OF 'AEROSTARS: UAV RESEARCH AND
DEVELOPMENT SOCIETY'

AEROSTARS is the UAV Research and Development quickly and efficiently, making a significant impact on
Society of MAIT under the guidance of Dr Vaibhav Jain, disaster response efforts.
HoD, ME Deptt and mentorship of Dr Kanchan Mudgil, Asst. 4. Fixed-Wing Drones: In addition to UAV projects,
Prof, ME Deptt. Started in 2021, this society aims to integrate AEROSTAR is also working on fixed-wing drones,
engineering, technology, and sports, focusing on promoting expanding our capabilities and exploring new avenues
the field of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly in UAV technology.
known as drones, to foster practical learning and innovation 5. Flame-thrower Drone: Another notable project is
among students.
flame-thrower drone, which is designed for controlled
Empowering Future Innovators fire management in agricultural and forest areas, reducing
AEROSTARS aims to transform students from passive the risk of uncontrolled wildfires.
consumers of technology into tomorrow's creators and 6. Racing Drone: This racing drone project focuses on
innovators. Through hands-on projects and research, students designing and building high-speed drones for competitive
are immersed in the world of UAVs, learning about UAV racing events, showcasing their expertise in
structure, development, safety, maintenance, aeronautics, and aerodynamics and drone performance optimisation.
future drone-related careers. Their focus is on providing
practical knowledge that prepares students for real-world Achievements
challenges and opportunities in the UAV industry. AEROSTARS has a remarkable record of success,
securing top positions in prestigious competitions. Some of
AEROSTARS is actively involved in several projects our notable achievements include:
that showcase their expertise and innovation in UAV
technology. These projects include:  SAE INDIA Competition: Secured 2nd place in
Technical Presentation and Best in Innovation
1. UX-1 Sanjeevani: This flagship project, the UX-1 Category in Autonomous Drone Development
Sanjeevani, is a groundbreaking drone designed for Competition organized by SAE India Southern
humanitarian efforts. With integrated machine learning section at KCG College of Technology, Chennai on
capabilities, the Sanjeevani can identify areas where 25-26 August 2023, using flagship drone, the UX-1
relief packages need to be dropped quickly and Sanjeevani.
accurately, streamlining relief efforts in disaster-stricken
areas.  The Technoxian World Robotics Championship:
AEROSTARS secured the fifth position
2. Forest Surveillance/Mine Detection Drone: internationally among 172 teams in The Technoxian
AEROSTAR is working on a drone dedicated to forest World Robotics Championship, with the support of
surveillance and mine detection. This project aims to sponsors, Aviocian Technologies. This achievement
enhance safety and security in these critical areas, highlights their ability to compete at a global level
showcasing their commitment to innovation and social and represents a significant milestone in their
responsibility.
journey.
3. AIML Integrated Drones: AEROSTAR is also involved
 MBZIRC Dubai: AEROSTARS participated in the
in projects that integrate Artificial Intelligence and Mohamed Bin Zayed International Robotics
Machine Learning (AIML) into drones. These drones Challenge (MBZIRC) in Dubai, showcasing their
are designed to identify areas for relief package drops
skills on an international stage. Participating in the

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