01 / INTRODUCTION Zaosh Khambata

UAV Systems Engineer & Licensed Remote Pilot.

Selected Systems

Highlights from my work in aerial robotics.

Supervised Autonomous Decision Architecture for Fixed-Wing UAV

A first-principles safety-critical architecture separating mission reasoning from real-time flight control. Features a deterministic validation layer, independent watchdog monitoring, and graceful degradation to safe flight modes.

Processes9 Managed

Safety Layers4 Independent

Systems EngineeringPX4/ArduPilotSafety-CriticalCompanion Computer

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Long-Range Cinematic FPV

High-endurance quadcopter for long-range cinematic capture. 15+ km range | 15 min flight time | DJI O4 video | TBS Crossfire

Range15+ km

Flight Time15 min

Video SystemDJI O4

CinematicLong RangeVideoOcuSync4

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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

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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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