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About Me:

I am a failed polymath, with tenacity.


Please tell us a bit about your UAV interest

Ai Swarm Behavior, Multi autopilot correction/failsafe with onboard computer, Autopilot mirroring with x,y,z offset, Multi communication links for failsafe, GPS correction (OmniSTAR HP) for 5-10cm accuracy globally and RTK-STG Snap To Grid for 2.5cm accuracy locally, Master ATC ground control and SQL archiving system


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Brent commented on Adam Conway's blog post The Case for WiFi in Drones
"Adam, Thanks for all the advise. Please post a few links to a mini PCI or PCIe 2x2 802.11n module with discrete PAs and LNAs you recommend.  I would like to purchase and test a few for my project. Both Atheros and Broadcom have such a large…"
Jun 11, 2013
Brent commented on Adam Conway's blog post The Case for WiFi in Drones
"Adam, would you please give an example, with brand names, of a good setup. An access point and USB dongle radio or to USB dongle radios communicating together in ad-hoc (aka peer-to-peer) system. What would give the best performance in speed and…"
Jun 11, 2013
Brent commented on Nathan Rae's blog post Pigeon Post Smart Case Switching Modeling
"Great idea, for the linking look at OpenGrab
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/412473553/opengrab-open-hardwar..."
Mar 12, 2013
Brent replied to Tim uszuko's discussion Autopilot
"Hi Tim,If you are looking for a type of DIY autopilot for a full size plane (part 91), it sounds possible with custom programming.For a servo with 12lb/inch or 192 in oz of torque see ServoCity - (Servo Gearbox or Heavy / Super Duty Linear…"
Jan 14, 2013
Brent commented on crystal garris's blog post Techpod - Delay!.. ugh.
"Delays are a part of business/manufacturing. It is always best to take the time needed and produce a quality product. Looking forward to flying it when it is ready."
Jan 8, 2013
Brent commented on crystal garris's blog post Hobbyuav.com gets revamped, actual store and techpod production unit close ups
"Looks Great!"
Dec 30, 2012
Brent commented on ctech4285's blog post Open Grabber Electro Permanent Magnet Kickstarter Project ends on the 26 of December
"Great work, I am looking forward to receiving and installing on my quad"
Dec 23, 2012
Brent commented on Geoffrey Preston's blog post Antenna Alternatives
"I like L-com Antennas and Amplifiers. Lots of antennas to choose from including LHCP and RHCP in 900, 2.4 and 5.8 bands. Reasonably priced and great technical help and returns. Used them for 11 years and the original equipment is still…"
Oct 6, 2012
Brent commented on crystal garris's blog post Techpod kickstarter launch .
"I have been reading all the hard work you have put into this, I wish you good luck. I Pledged the $240 and I am looking forward to flying your plane. For everything you have calculated into the airplane, this is a fantastic bargain. Great work.."
Aug 23, 2012
Brent commented on Doug Weibel's blog post Difficulty with using Ultrasonic Ranging (Sonar) for landing flare control.
"My apologies I posted the incorrect link. Fat fingers
This link is for the 100 yard version with a resolution of .2m or about 7 inches this one is also very accurate
 
Opti-Logic RS100 Industrial Laser Rangefinder w/ RS232 Serial Data ...
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Jan 31, 2012
Brent commented on Doug Weibel's blog post Difficulty with using Ultrasonic Ranging (Sonar) for landing flare control.
"Looks like you have a solution for the sonar.
 
Another approach is Laser
800 yard rs-232 Industrial Laser Rangefinder - Expensive but accurate
or
Parallax Laser Range Finder - range of 6–48 inches
 
Just a thought"
Jan 31, 2012
Brent replied to Brent's discussion I need help with the MAVLink checksum calculation.

Thank You Michael
The code and explanation was a big help.
I have included the Lab View vi for others to use.
 
CRC16_MAVLink_Checksum_Calculator.vi"
Aug 13, 2011
Brent posted a discussion
I am converting the MAVLink C code to Lab View but I have run into a snag converting the CRC16 or custom CRC16 in MAVLink. This is snippet from the code:         /*Accumulate one byte of data into the CRC*/        uint8_t tmp;         tmp=data ^…
Aug 13, 2011