01 / INTRODUCTION Zaosh Khambata

UAV Systems Engineer & Licensed Remote Pilot.
Designing, building, and flying autonomous aerial systems under real-world constraints.

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Hands-On Capabilities

Aerial Platforms

Fixed-wing airframes (Custom & Modified)
Multirotor UAVs (FPV to Heavy Lift)
Scratch-built configurations
Composite & foam construction
Internal combustion engine aircraft

Avionics & Control

Pixhawk & Cube ecosystem
ArduPilot & PX4 tuning
Betaflight setup & rates
Peripheral sensor integration
Power distribution systems

Systems Integration

Long-range links (Crossfire / ELRS)
Video transmission (DJI O4 / Analog)
Payload mechanism actuation
Telemetry & GCS configuration
Electric powertrain matching

Field Operations

Manual FPV piloting (Acro/Precision)
Autonomous mission execution
Rapid field repair & diagnosing
Prototype flight testing
Safety & pre-flight protocols

Selected Systems

Highlights from my work in aerial robotics, featuring custom frames, autonomous subsystems, and payload integration.

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Long Range Cinematic FPV

High-endurance quadcopter for long-range cinematic capture. Optimized propulsion system for 15-minute flight times while carrying a full-sized GoPro. Structure: Ultra light carbon fibre Video System: DJI OcuSync4 (O4) with 15ms latency

Range15+ km

Flight Time15 min

Video SystemDJI O4

CinematicLong RangeVideoOcuSync4

Hand-Built Fixed-Wing Aircraft (IC Engine)

Wingspan: 2.5 m Structure: Fully hand-built balsa wood airframe Construction: Rib-and-spar, scratch-built from raw materials Propulsion: Internal combustion engine (Methanol) Build scope: Structural construction, assembly, integration, and flight testing

Wingspan2.5 m

EngineMethanol IC

MaterialBalsa

Balsa ConstructionMethanol ICScratch Build

Fixed-Wing Dual Payload Delivery Aircraft

Autonomous fixed-wing aircraft designed for precision payload delivery. Features a custom dual-drop mechanism and high-lift flap system for short take-offs and safe landings with heavy loads.

Payload3 kg

Takeoff Run20 m

Accuracy< 2m

Manual PWMComposite FabricationPayload Drop

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