Allen Bishop
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APM PLanner GPS Reporting

Started this discussion. Last reply by Allen Bishop Sep 29, 2011. 4 Replies

I just updated to .45 and also Planner .76.  I erased everything and re-configured the quad.  I also set the PLANNER tab to Feet and MPH. Now the GPS with 11 sats and 3D lock is displaying 20 in the…Continue

HexaCopter Based on APM and new Hex Power Distribution PCB

Started this discussion. Last reply by Allen Bishop Jul 30, 2011. 6 Replies

I have completed a new HexaCopter which is based on the DroidWorx AD-6 airframe.  I have installed and wired the new Hexa Power PCB (from JDrones) using the jDrones 30 Amp ESCs and AC2836-358, 880Kv…Continue

HEX-A-Copter ESC Power Distibution CARD

Started this discussion. Last reply by Wayne Jones Apr 7. 3 Replies

Does anyone know where I can obtain an ESC Power Distribution board that is similar to the Quad board used on the DIYDrones Quadcopter? I am building a DroidWorx AD-6 Heavy Lift airframe and will be…Continue

 

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Wayne Jones replied to Allen Bishop's discussion HEX-A-Copter ESC Power Distibution CARD
"Try this website. http://www.goodluckbuy.com/45-dgree-adaptor-with-12-esc-100a-connection-board-for-multicopter.html I have ordered several from them. They have a few different styles available.   Wayne"
Apr 7
Ray Hammond replied to Allen Bishop's discussion HEX-A-Copter ESC Power Distibution CARD
"Out of interest, how do Droidworx ESC's differ to others? Except in their monumental price of course."
Feb 4
Allen Bishop replied to Scott Reid's discussion Diagnosis help - minor crash in the group ArduCopter User Group
"I have had similar issues in the past and recently found out that there were a batch of Spektrum DX8 transmitters that had to be recalled.  In the battery compartment at the rear of the transmitter, beneath the battery pack is a lable with…"
Jan 12
Allen Bishop replied to Marque Cornblatt's discussion Alternative Flight Control Boards for my Hexa? in the group ArduCopter User Group
"I have been with DIY for nearly two years and have experienced the same frustration.  I made the mistake of expecting a $200+ product to meet my needs and that was a mistake on my part.  I have accepted the fact that a Do It Yourself…"
Nov 11, 2012
Allen Bishop commented on Chris Anderson's blog post "$40,000-$60,000"?
"The MESA County Sheriff's office has two UAS's.  They started with a Dragon Flyer X6 which lists anywhere from $15K to $25K depending on confguration and only gets about 15 minutes of flight time.  About a year later they…"
Nov 2, 2012
Allen Bishop commented on lot's blog post Quad copter flying for 4-8 hours
"Unless you’re operating on another planet that has one twentieth the gravity of earth and an atmospheric density at least 5 times greater than earth, you cannot change the laws of physics if you plan on using lipo batteries. This is one of…"
Sep 3, 2012
Allen Bishop replied to Doug Carter's discussion Maximum Flight Times
"Thank you for the kind words.  Yes, it is a hybrid. We are already in the final stages of our COA as well as formal FAA registration of two airframes. You are correct, agencies move very slow and it is our belief that people selling these…"
Sep 3, 2012
Allen Bishop replied to Doug Carter's discussion Maximum Flight Times
"My company REFERENCE TECHNOLOGIES has a multi-copter solution that can carry a 10 pound payload and operate for 2 hours depending on flight conditions, payloads, etc. In addition to the FLIR Cobalt 90, it also has 6 hard points for deploying…"
Sep 3, 2012
Allen Bishop replied to T.Maclaurin's discussion Troubleshooting in the group ArduCopter User Group
"Ditto on the calibration.  Calibrate each indviual ESC.  It will save you a lot of headaches down the road.  Also make sure you observe that the motors rotate the following way:   If you are in a "X" configuration (The…"
Sep 3, 2012
Allen Bishop replied to Andreas M. Antonopoulos's discussion ArduCopter 2.7.1 Released
"Thank you Marco.   Didn't mean to be a bother.  Just didn't have access via WIKI for 2.7.2. Good and safe flying.   Allen"
Aug 25, 2012
Allen Bishop replied to Andreas M. Antonopoulos's discussion ArduCopter 2.7.1 Released
"Marco: Can I just use the dfault PIDs or do you have some suggestions.  I am flyig a DIY Drones QUAD with 850 moto, 20 A ESCs, GPS, Sonar and basic aluminum frame. Thanks again.   Allen"
Aug 25, 2012
Allen Bishop replied to Andreas M. Antonopoulos's discussion ArduCopter 2.7.1 Released
"Great!  Can't wait to see how it does.   Allen"
Aug 24, 2012
Allen Bishop replied to Andreas M. Antonopoulos's discussion ArduCopter 2.7.1 Released
"MARCO: Now that 2.7.2 is available I have read some reports on ALT HOLD and LOITER that indicate some issues in stability.  Do you recommend I download and use 2.7.2 on my Flame Wheel Quad (850 motors, 20 amp ESCs and 10" props) and my DIY…"
Aug 24, 2012
Allen Bishop replied to Andreas M. Antonopoulos's discussion ArduCopter 2.7.1 Released
"Great video and flight Marco. I am more encouraged than ever before. Does your quad have a u-Blox for GPS?   Allen"
Aug 20, 2012
Allen Bishop replied to Andreas M. Antonopoulos's discussion ArduCopter 2.7.1 Released
"Marco: Is the U-Blox plug compatible with the APM MEGA 1 board?  If so where do you recommend getting the U-Blox? Thanks you Allen"
Aug 19, 2012
Allen Bishop replied to Andreas M. Antonopoulos's discussion ArduCopter 2.7.1 Released
"This is an interesting discussion thread.  You can go back about six months and read the exact same postings.  “I just loaded the latest software release off of MP and when I flew my quad to about 100 feet and tuned on ALT HOLD the…"
Aug 17, 2012

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About Me:
licensed pilot since 1975 (US)
Amateur Radio Licensee
Reserve with the Boulder County Sheriff's Office
State Director for US Air Force MARS
Certified advanced/rescue diver
AMA Member - model aircraft builder/pilot (30 years)
I build robots for law enforcement and search & Rescue
Chairman of Boulder County Amateur Radio Emergency Services
Tell us a bit about your UAV interest
My interest has expanded from my "ground" based robot interest to UAV's with a focus on autonomous and artificial intelligence based UAVs.
Hometown:
Lafayette, Colorado

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