• This research focuses on the development and evaluation of a 3D-printed winglet and CLAS (Conformal load-bearing antenna structure) for UAV applications. Using continuous-fiber composite 3D printing and geometrically complex structures can be fabricated rapidly while maintaining design flexibility for integration.

• A robotic-arm-based antenna measurement system is used to evaluate the electromagnetic performance of the fabricated structure. By measuring and visualizing 2D and 3D radiation patterns, the system enables verification of antenna compatibility

Continuous fiber 3D printing for midium-to-large UAVs

• This study focuses on the development of 3D-printed composite structures, including a winglet and pusher cap, for UAV applications. Thermal and structural analyses were performed to evaluate component performance, and the fabricated winglet was installed on a UAV platform to assess its mounting feasibility and applicability.

Continuous fiber 3D printing CLAS (Conformal load-bearing antenna structure)

• A 3D-printed square CLAS was designed and fabricated to integrate antenna functionality with structural load-bearing capability. The specimen was evaluated through anechoic chamber measurements, and its radiation patterns were compared with analysis results. This study demonstrates the feasibility of using composite 3D printing to develop lightweight multifunctional structures for UAV applications.

• This robotic-arm-based measurement system enables automated 3D electromagnetic performance evaluation of antenna sub-systems The system combines a standard gain horn antenna, VNA, robotic arm, and control software to measure and visualize 2D and 3D radiation patterns.