The company has a leg up on competition in this area because its parts are lightweight but durable , creating a favorable strength-to-weight ratio needed for flight . In addition , being housed in an aerospace manufacturing facility gives the Minds-i team the ability to tap into Altek ’ s experience and expertise as the company manufactures Minds-i component parts in-house .
During product development , the company is focused on making sure that safety is the number one priority . While their rovers and drones are durable enough to have higher powered motors capable of moving at high speeds , Minds-i remains aware of keeping students safe from injuries related to high speed propellers or super-charged motors . Safety is ensured by thoroughly testing all products before releasing them for sale .
Minds-i products are distributed on the West Coast by Klein Education , but there are distributors nationwide Their website lists stuff for catapults , robotic foundations , UAV drones , and UAV drone gimbal rigs . Kits include 4x4 robots and super rovers as well as competition kits for UAV drones and integrated robotics . Accessory parts such as motors , rack and pinion steering packages , and multirotor flight controllers are also available to allow for customization and a wider range of uses for the kits .
As technology pushes forward with smart cars , drone delivery vehicles , and other urban air mobility options , Minds-I has a complete Federal Aviation Administration Part 107 Prep Course available , designed to help students prepare for the 107 UAV Certification test .
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