This is just fantastic, smooth footage on that GoPro Black. “TBS Discovery Pro, from Team BlackSheep. It’s got a bit of a non-standard setup on it though: 700kV motors from Century Heli, RCManChild 30A ESCs, 9×5 Graupner props. Most of the FPV side is from ReadyMadeRC, and the long-range control is DragonLink.” Tugrik d’Itichi
I can think of a few ways of using this for drone purposes. How many ways could you use this? Source: http://www.howtogeek.com/139373/how-to-turn-an-old-android-phone-into-a-networked-security-camera/
Great job PopSci for finding these odd gems. Check ’em out! Source: http://www.popsci.com/technology/gallery/2013-08/ten-strange-drones-ausvi?image=0
This thing is amazing and ingenious. Its really a radio controlled “First Person View” (FPV) sniper rifle. I wonder what they are using to move the gun, servos or linear actuators…would have to be very durable to handle that recoil. These Syrians are making really high-tech military hardware out of household crap, earlier this year…
Available in October, or pre-order yours today. They will also be releasing a new cross platform mission planner. This is a bit of a big deal. Source: https://store.3drobotics.com/products/3dr-pixhawk/
You might be wondering why I am talking guns on a drone site. Its because they are both tools, physical devices that are controlled or commanded by a human, much like a hammer or car. However, unlike hammers or cars; guns are considered by some as scary and only see the negative side of them…
There are several frequencies to choose for your RC transmitter and receiver by swapping “piggybacks” or “backpacks” onto your RC transmitter. For long range choose 443MHz. Be sure not to choose the same frequency that your video transmits on. I recommend 433MHz 500-800mW for RC and 1.3GHz 800mW for video long range and 900MHz for…
Backup GPS tracker – These are usually used for tracking pet dogs, vehicles or cheating spouses. They send location over cellular networks and some use GMRS/FRS. Here is one that lightweight (1.8oz) that uses cellular to email its position to you, includes 1yr of cell service and then its $50 each year after: Garmin GTU…
Before buying any products for your plane or quad, here are some things to think about. Ask yourself some questions and work out the answers by asking on forums or here “What do I want to do?” – Find the best hiking route to get to the summit of that mountain. “What is…
Weighs only 19 grams, great job Femtoduino!!! “Motor to Motor: 5cm 3x hexTronik 2 gram Brushless Outrunner 7700kv 3x 2.4Ghz SuperMicro Systems – Brushless ESC (BLHeli Firmware) 1x HK-5320 Ultra-Micro Digital Servo 2x propeller Walkera QR Ladybird (Front) 1x propeller silverlit x-twin (Rear) Femtoduino as Flightcontroller ITG 3200 Gyro Sensor (flytron.com) RX: Deltang RX-31, (deltang.co.uk)…