DRONE DEVELOPMENT CENTER
The Drone Development Center will serve as the foundation for research, experimentation and hands-on learning in aerial robotics and autonomous systems. To provide students with state of the art facilities for drone design, testing and application. Equipped with advanced tools for drone fabrication and modification focused on integrating machine learning and autonomous navigation systems into drones.
Vision
To establish a fosters innovation, research and real-world applications, empowering students to become pioneers in aerial robotics and autonomous systems
Mission
To empower students, researchers and industry leaders through cutting-edge drone technology, fostering innovation, sustainability and real-world applications.
Facilities @ Drone Development Center
Product Development @ Drone Development Center
Drone Technology Training Programs: Focus Areas
- Basics of aerodynamics and flight principles
- Drone assembly and troubleshooting techniques
- Precision Agro Drone Spraying Techniques
- Manual and autonomous flight training
- Hands-on flight practice with various drone models
- Flight Operations & Piloting Skills
- DGCA Approved Drone licensing and certification
Skill Training Program Organized
Achievements
The SAE Collegiate Club of Erode Sengunthar Engineering College participated in the SAEINDIA 2025 Drone Development Challenge, held on 27th–28th September 2025 at NSS College of Engineering, Palakkad, Kerela, where we successfully designed and developed a unique aircraft model. The aircraft featured a lightweight and aerodynamic airframe, a custom propulsion system and an innovative control mechanism for precise maneuverability and stability.
Ongoing Project
India’s largest Innovation challenge (NIDAR)
Our participation in the NIDAR Project represents a significant milestone, highlighting our institution’s commitment to innovation, applied research and National development in the field of unmanned aerial systems and smart farming technologies.
It is a matter of great pride for our college to have been shortlisted to collaborate on the prestigious NIDAR Project. As part of this initiative, our research team is currently developing an autonomous drone for precision agriculture applications. This project aims to integrate advanced sensing, navigation and AI-based decision-making technologies to enhance farming efficiency, optimize resource utilization and promote sustainable agricultural practices.
Franchise agreement Signed with Wg Cdr Somasundaram/CEO, Krushaka Unmanned & Airborne Solutions Private Limited, Bangalore for Establishing DGCA approved Remote Pilot Training Organization in college campus held on 31.01.2025 for the period of 10 Years.
MoU Signed with Mr.Praveen Rajasekar, CEO, Sumukha Green Tech Aviation Limited, Coimbatore for Research and Development & Training held on 27.06.24 for the period of 5 Years.