Airship
ClutchIn Progress2025-26

Airship

Project Overview

The team designs a lighter-than-air platform with ESP32-CAM streaming, CAD-modeled structure, and controlled flight tests.

About This Project

Helium indoor airship for silent surveillance with live ESP32-CAM streaming.

Tech Stack

ESP32-CAMCADRC Systems

Team

Mentors

  1. Rajitha
  2. Aditya
  3. Veeresh

Mentees

  1. Yashika
  2. Gamana
  3. Om

Objectives

  • - Build remotely controlled lighter-than-air system
  • - Deliver real-time video stream
  • - Ensure safe low-noise long-duration indoor operation

Methodology

The project follows a structured implementation approach that includes Buoyancy and weight budget calculations, Envelope, frame and gondola CAD, Fabrication and electronics integration, and Control server programming and flight tests. These steps are executed iteratively to validate assumptions, improve performance, and ensure reliable delivery of the final solution.

Components and Budget

Mylar envelope: Rs. 2,000

Carbon-fiber rods: Rs. 1,000

3D printed gondola: Rs. 2,000

Propulsion mounts and bearings: Rs. 1,000

Electronics contingency: Rs. 3,000

Misc and printed mounts: Rs. 2,500