Probably the world's smallest production quad-copter the Estes Proto X has great flight stability. It comes ready to fly right out of the box but also works with the larger transmitter from the Hubsan X4. We also show how to make a charger cable for LiPo charges and do a few test flights.
Estes Proto X Nano Quadcopter RTF
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXDVYH&P=7
Hubsan X4 H107L H107C RC Quadcopter Parts Transmitter Mode 2
http://www.banggood.com/Hubsan-X4-H107C-RC-Quadcopter-Spare-Parts-Transmitter-Mode-2-H107-16-p-915638.html
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
Please watch: "Runcam Owl Plus Camera with Low Light PL0075 Lens Installed for Night FPV RC Flying"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5CrWcX20P8
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEj96_fa8S4
RunCam sent us a sample Runcam2 (RuncamHD V2 1080p 60fs WiFi) action camera to test and review.
This action camera caters to the FPV crowd:
- 120 degree field of view
- 1080p@60FPS, 1440p@30FPS, 720p@120FPS
- lower latency on the analog video feed
- removable 850mah battery
- image flip
- easy to use wiring harness
- on-screen settings menu
- Android WiFi app for preview and settings
- Able to run off a 2,3 or 4 cell LiPo battery
- Adapter for using GoPro type mounts
- Digital image stabilization
- light weight at only 50 grams.
- Lens has crash protector
Some stuff we didn't like:
- No lens cap.
- Too wide to fit in Mobius pan/tilt.
RunCam2 Product Page:
http://shop.runcam.com/runcam2
Aerial Flight video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_VCuIH16fg
High definition
1080p@60fps
720p@120fps
Low latency
60ms under 1080p
40ms under 720p
Built-in Wi-Fi
iOS and Android APP
USB power port
5-17V
2~4S battery
Removable battery
35g(without battery)
49g(with battery)
Removable lens hood
RF shielding
Jon's Lens Cap 3D Printer File:
https://www.tinkercad.com/users/lBcdcrfPcRT-jmerc77
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
Please watch: "Runcam Owl Plus Camera with Low Light PL0075 Lens Installed for Night FPV RC Flying"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5CrWcX20P8
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prky8ed8Wcw
ModelAero Polaris XL Sea Plane for FPV Build Part 2. How to build the Polaris XL Depron Kit.
In this video (https://youtu.be/nof7yQJ7yd8) we laminate the tail section including the horizontal stabilizer, elevator, and vertical stabilizer. Then elevator is then hinged to the horizontal stab with packing tape.
Polaris XL Sea Plane:
http://modelaero.com/Merchant5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=M&Product_Code=POL-XL&Category_Code=AM
Specifications:
Span: 38.5"
Length: 53"
Wing area: 606 sq in
Weight RTF: 28 to 34 oz
Wing loading: 7oz/sq ft
Parts:
ModelAero.com Polaris XL Depron Kit w/Blue-Yellow decal set $94.95
Master Airscrew 8 x 6 3 blade $6.95
Motor: Spin Max 2810-9 (1350 kv) $34.95 *Recommended*
ESC: Spin Max 40 amp ESC $29.95
Heatsink: ESC Heat Sink $4.95
Servos: 11 gram metal gear servos (3 pcs) $33.00 Save $5.00!
Receiver: EZUHF $63
Select Battery: 2200 3S LiPo battery 30C $31.95
Shipping 12.95
Total $280.70
New Stuff 1.7 mil Lamination film from Aloft Hobbies.
https://alofthobbies.com/new-stuff-laminating-films.html
Super-Gold Foam Safe BSI-122 $14
Example http://www.readymaderc.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=649
Beacon Foam Tac Glue $12
http://www.stoneblueairlines.com/beacon-foam-tac-adhesive-2-fl-oz.html
3M Super 77 Spray Adhesive $10
http://www.homedepot.com/p/3M-Super-77-16-75-fl-oz-Multi-Purpose-Spray-Adhesive-77-24/100067550
The Polaris XL is a 133% version of the standard size Polaris, and the larger size only enhances the flight characteristics that made the original such a popular airplane. The wing loading is even lighter and the gentle flight performance will amaze you, yet the XL is capable of some impressive aerobatics and a surprising turn of speed!
The kit includes precision laser cut 6 mm Depron foam, nearly 10' of carbon fiber spars, laser cut hardware, pushrods, and fully illustrated construction guide on CD. The decal set is optional.
The Polaris XL is a full build, but we've incorporated additional locking tabs to ease construction and speed up the build. We think you’ll find the build to be very straightforward and enjoyable.
Recommended Power Setups:
Package #1: Polaris Motor (2212-6 with 6x4 prop)
This package uses the standard motor recommended for the 100% Polaris, the Suppo/Spinmax 2212-6, which weighs 47g. This motor has a KV of 2200, spins a 6x4E APC propeller at 19,000 RPM, and can take up to 28A for 60 seconds. The motor will draw about 20-22A at takeoff and in full throttle flight and cruise at 12 to 15A.
Recommended ESC is 40A (with optional heatsink) and the battery should be 3s 2200 mAh 20C or better. The Polaris XL with this 220 watt motor flies beautifully at moderate speed and can maintain a steep climb. It gets off the water or grass easily. Typical all-up wei
...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nof7yQJ7yd8
Mounting the first FPV equipment on the SkyWalker 1880 /1900 plane.
Starting with the EZUHF 433 mhz Long Range RC System (LRS) used to control the plane at longer distances. Also installing the ESC (electronic speed control) and mounting the motor. Then we do a quick test of the LRS system with motor and servos.
EZUHF Combo Starter Package - Lite:
http://www.readymaderc.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=165_40&products_id=927
BEV skywalker 1680 and 1900 power combo (not needed if you get ESC and Motor below):
http://www.bevrc.com/bev-skywalker-1680-and-1900-power-combo_p317.html
TURNIGY TRUST 55A SBEC Brushless Speed Controller (USA Warehouse)
http://hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=21860
Motor AX2814 980KV:
http://www.bevrc.com/ax2814special-customed-for-skywalker_p207.html
PROP
APC 9x6 Thin Electric Pusher Propeller
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0095p?FVPROFIL=&FVSEARCH=LXPVF0+&search=Go
The antenna extension for the EZUHF came from Readymaderc.
60cm (2 foot) SMA male to female. GetFPV also has them I think.
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
Please watch: "Runcam Owl Plus Camera with Low Light PL0075 Lens Installed for Night FPV RC Flying"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5CrWcX20P8
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-l3HlShitN0
RunCam Micro Swift 2 FPV Cam and RunCam TX25 Piggyback VTX First Look
Amazon Product Page for combo
RunCam Micro Swift 2 FPV Camera and TX25
http://amzn.to/2x0TlLA
RunCam Product Pages for each one
http://shop.runcam.com/runcam-micro-swift-2/
RunCam TX25 Piggyback Video Transmitter
http://shop.runcam.com/runcam-tx25/
Hobbyzone Champ S+ GPS enabled Airplane
http://amzn.to/2vS4IFH
5 Volt Voltage Regulator
http://amzn.to/2xaoqwv
Music by: www.audionautix.com
Runcam continues to show that they can take a great camera and make it even better with the Micro swift 2!
This new camera brings features that were wanted by the FPV community such as voltage read out,alarm and timer,as well as a great set of one touch preset settings, that make it simple to use for anyone and yet also enable the advanced user to make their own personal tweaked settings.
The Micro Swift 2 handles low light extremely well and covers a broad range of lighting conditions.
It does all this while retaining it's small micro size too.
Note: TX25 Voltage out Only 4.5v, support RunCam Micro Swift / Micro Swift 2 / Swift Mini / Swift Mini 2 / Swift 2 / Eagle 2 / Owl 2 .
Frequency Channel: 5.8G 48CH Output Power: 13dBm / 25mW Working Current: 5V@ 150mA Voltage out: 4.5V@max 250mA Voltage in: 1S 3.5-5.5V
...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2VE8RaDQOM
Omnibus F4 iNav Quad Copter Experiment - Part 2 Part 2 Testing Air Mode Crash. https://youtu.be/3hTust9g610
Do you know what GPS variables I need to change to fix the oscillating pitch in GPS hold aka Nav Position Hold?
Flies fine in other modes.
Still trying get the wobble out of GPS hold. See my previous video where I began the build experiment.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uojYoU2T26M
This time I had a mishap trying out air mode and alt hold together.
That was a mistake! Won't do that again. Lowering the pitch P gain on angle mode did not prove to be helpful. I am till wondering if there are parameters I need to change just for athe gps position hold. Well back to the bench with a bottle of glue :-{
Looks like a need some new HQ 11x5 electric props. Motors seem to be ok.
Something I just learned:
About disabling the Baro, the iNav WIki says "Using ALTHOLD with a multicopter, you need a barometer."
I did an experiment. If I type "set baro_hardware = NONE" in the CLI it results in the ALTHOLD mode not even being available in the modes tab of the INav Configurator. So it seems it's impossible to turn off the baro and still have ALTHOLD with a multirotor.
One possible solution to GPS Hold pitch wobble or oscillation would be to try adjusting
nav_mc_vel_xy_p (P gain of Position-Rate)Too much P might cause "nervous" behavior and oscillations
Saw the above on the iNav Wiki
nav_mc_vel_xy_d can be used as a damper for p and i.
...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3hTust9g610
Sky Beta Version PZ0420-U-N 650 TV lines
Camera weighs 29 grams (because of metal case).
http://www.securitycamera2000.com/products/SKY-%252d-Beta-Version.html
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
Please watch: "Runcam Owl Plus Camera with Low Light PL0075 Lens Installed for Night FPV RC Flying"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5CrWcX20P8
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aDznLOc4Wg0
Founders FT Legacy RC Plane Build - Part 2 ( FPV iNAV Differential Thrust ) Building tail section and tray for flight controller.
FT Legacy Build Part 1 - Building the main fuselage and talk about Matek F411-Wing Flight controller.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uT7b_UtPYv8
FT Legacy Build Part 3 - Install the Matek F411 Wing Flight Controller, Rear Servos and closing up the bottom of the airplane. Also bench testing of the FPV OSD and Differential Thrust.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1AJrEiOCUI
FT Legacy Build Part 4 - build the main wing, nacelles, mini power pods, paint wing, and then make the Y-harness for the power to the ESCs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwW1-NFhjFo
FT Legacy Build Part 5 - install the Nacelles, Motors, ESCs, Servo linkages, and Wiring for servos and motors
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uibCg5AbziU
FT Legacy Build Part 6 - install the FPV Pod, Pan Tilt, Landing Gear and Tail Wheel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZzaepVDsDk
FT Legacy FPV RC Plane MAIDEN FLIGHT TEST?? ( iNAV Differential Thrust )
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yw6X2LlJggE
This plane will be available at the Flite Test Internet store eventually but was originally given as a perk to people who helped fund the Edgewater Airpark project. Free plans may be available later.
Josh Bixler has already done a build series but I wanted to do a modified build with the following modes:
Matek F411-Wing Flight controller with OSD setup
iNAV FIrmware 2.0
FPV - First Person View video system
Twin Engine setup with Differential Thrust
Painting Fuselage and Wings
Music by Audionautix.com
...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3FaXT0UlZ4