FIERCE Drone Rings BETA v2

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Ring designed for FIERCE Competition, a drone competition held in Fox Valley area of Wisconsin, USA. Three different ring sizes and two thicknesses are available. Larger rings support bigger drones with heavier payloads, while smaller ones accommodate smaller drones. Thickness options include 0.500" thick, 0.250" thin, and 0.125" tiny. Only two standardized rings exist. The 5" thin version should weigh exactly 5.00 grams, while the 5" thick version should weigh approximately 10 grams. Comment on results involving masses and drone lifting capacity. This design is an updated version of a previously created ring (http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1805436). Print Settings: * Printer: Dremel Idea Builder 3020 * Rafts: Not required * Supports: No supports needed * Resolution: 0.2mm * Infill: 100% * Notes: A raft may be necessary if the print starts to peel during printing. Post-Printing Instructions: * No post-processing is required unless imperfections are present. * Use sandpaper to smooth out bumps around the ring. * If the ring exceeds standard weight, sand it down to meet tolerance requirements. Design Process: The rings were created using Autodesk Inventor 2017. The .ipt files were converted into .stl files for 3D printing. Autodesk Print Studio is a great option for slicing and provides it free of charge. Overview and Background: These rings were designed for Appleton East's drone club to test the lifting capacity of their drones in the FIERCE competition. Lesson Plan and Activity: 1. Print out the rings. 2. Distribute them to science students along with a quad-copter. 3. Have fun! Materials Needed: * 3D Printer * Filament * A drone to fly around * Ring holders to hold the rings