SAE_AeroDesign_2025_Rules (1).pdf
- Wingspan min: 120 in
- Wingspan max: 180 in
- Wingspan score bonus: WS = 2^(1+(b/5))
- Minimum Chord Length: 4 in
- Must disassemble into parts < 48 in
- Outer wing panels at least 42 in span (Could the laser cutter even cut stringers that long?)
- No tape covering where wing parts join
- No fiber reinforced plastics
- Singular cargo bay in fuselage for boxed cargo (We choose the cargo)
- As much cargo as possible must be unloaded in under 1 minute
- Max takeoff distance: 100 ft
- Distance from starting point to turn: 400 ft
- Max landing distance: 400 ft
Figures of Merit
- Weight
- Lift
- Stability
- Cost