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- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to contribute to an innovative agricultural engineering project centered around drone cloud seeding for enhanced precipitation.- Developed and implemented a PID controller system to ensure the drone's stability during cloud seeding operations.- Utilized Arduino as the microcontroller for the drone, integrating advanced sensors including MPU 6050 accelerometer and gyroscope to measure and control rotation rates with precision.- Engineered a PPM signal-based receiver to decode control commands, enabling seamless communication between the drone and the operator.- Designed a system using 4 Electronic Speed Controllers (ESCs) to regulate the speed of the drone's motors, ensuring accurate flight maneuvers.- Integrated a BMP280 barometric sensor for precise altitude measurement, enabling the drone to navigate and perform cloud seeding at optimal altitudes.- Implemented intelligent safety features: Automatically initiated landing procedures when the cloud seeding chemical tank was depleted and when the battery level reached 20%. Battery status was monitored using two high-side power switches for accurate current measurement.- Collaborated with peers to troubleshoot and fine-tune the drone's hardware and software components, enhancing overall system performance.- Gained practical experience in drone technology, control systems, sensor integration, and safety mechanisms in real-world applications.