Programs & Activities
From student engineering projects to public events — here is how TalTech Drone Club puts its mission into practice.
Student Engineering Projects
Members work in teams to design, build, and fly real drone systems — from scratch. Projects span fixed-wing aircraft, multirotors, and VTOL platforms. Students gain hands-on experience in aerodynamics, electronics, embedded programming, and structural design in an environment that rewards experimentation and iteration.
Workshops & Training
We run practical workshops covering the full drone engineering stack: flight mechanics, motor and ESC configuration, autonomous navigation, PX4/ArduPilot firmware, CAD design, and European drone regulations (EASA). Sessions are led by experienced members and occasionally by external specialists.
Research & Development in UAS
The club conducts applied research in unmanned aerial systems, supporting TalTech's principal activity in research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering. Active areas include autonomous flight algorithms, sensor fusion, payload integration, and dual-use UAS technologies.
University & Industry Collaboration
We actively partner with TalTech research laboratories, Estonian universities, and technology companies to bridge the gap between academic study and real-world drone engineering. These collaborations give members access to equipment, expertise, and career opportunities they wouldn't find elsewhere.
Public Outreach
TalTech Drone Club participates in public demonstrations, drone events, science fairs, and educational programs to promote drone technology and inspire the next generation of engineers. We believe awareness of UAS technology should extend well beyond the university walls.
Interested in joining?
Applications are reviewed by the team. The process is straightforward and open to all TalTech students.