OVERVIEW

The SUAVE Society, a thriving university-based organization, is at the forefront of UAV Engineering, offering a vibrant hub for students with a shared passion for this exhilarating field. Our society thrives on the potent blend of diverse academic backgrounds, fostering an environment where minds from various faculties converge to explore, innovate, and construct cutting-edge UAVs. This commitment to cross-disciplinary collaboration not only broadens our knowledge but also drives our passion for pushing the boundaries of technology.

What sets us apart is our unwavering dedication to representing our university on a global stage, exemplified through our active participation in two prestigious UAV competitions. These competitions serve as a platform for our members to demonstrate their ingenuity and technical acumen as they compete against universities worldwide. Beyond the thrill of rivalry, these events offer a fertile ground for innovation, enabling us to contribute significantly to the advancement of UAV technology.

THE COMPETITION

The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics is holding it’s 28th annual Design Build Fly Competition. The 2024 race will be held in Wichita, KS. With 99 participating teams and over 875 total participating flyers, the DBF competition is the largest UAV competition in the world. Similarly to our SUAVE team, there will be 21 international teams from all over the world. The competition has attracted interest from 6 continents with teams travelling from countries such as Columbia, Egypt, Australia, Thailand and Pakistan. A prize pool of $6,000 is split between the Top 3 teams, with the winning team taking $3,000. 

THE PROGRESS

THE CIRCUIT

DISTANCE

3KM

ELEVATION

100M

ESTIMATED TIME

3:20:00

AVERAGE SPEED

65KMH

THE JOURNEY

DESTINATION

KANSAS

TOTAL DISTANCE

13,500 KM

FLEIGHT TIME

24 HOURS

TRAVEL TEAM

25 MEMBERS

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