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Low latency Virtual Remote Control for OS X
Dear all,
My idea is to "interact" with a radio emitter/transmitter via the USB port or a Bluetooth relay.
I will develop the OS X / iOS basic virtual remote control.
Do you have any entry point to simplify this task ?
Thanks,
Benoit
What's the difference between firmware versions ArduCopter-v2.px4 and ArduCopter-v4.px4?
I noticed that new version of firmware shows up now on the download site such as here:
http://firmware.diydrones.com/Copter/2016-02/2016-02-01-01:02/PX4-hexa/
I typically use the v2 version for the Pixhawk, what platform does v4 apply to?
Read more…APM 3.3.2 all motors stop(drop suddenly) in AltHold Mode
Hi everyone,
So glad to be here. I'm a student from China.
A couple of days ago, when I was operating my UAV, something bad happened.
My quad copter was in AltHold. As the alt start to increase, the pitch channel don't work even if a move the stick to i
Read more…Bluetooth AHRS for Manned Aircraft
I have been working with the Ardupilot setup since just before APM 2.0 rolled out, but haven't really ever gotten deep into the stability and control code and processing from the 9-dof sensors. I am starting a new project, where i would like to pull
Read more…3D CAD Files for 3D printing? Iris+ must live on!
I have been using the Iris+ for 2 years now and have bought over 4 units. With the line being discontinued, I was wondering do any CAD files exist? I, for one, would like to continue to innovate this platform. With new 3D filament getting lighter and
Read more…Drone Insurance Depot- Thoughts?
Found a new company which provides drone insurance in Canada. They're called Drone Insurance Depot, located here: http://www.droneinsurancedepot.com/.
Does anyone have any experience/knowledge with these guys? Their prices are pretty low so I think I
Read more…The best long range data link for APM/PX4
I'm trying to find the best long range system (2.5 km+ at least) compliant with APM/PX4 and I as I found out, there are not that many options.
I went through following references to find the proper hardware:
Read more…APM 2.6,2.8 Mission planner waypoint issue
Has anyone had a problem with a planned flight in mission planner, and when the craft reached the first waypoint it automatically switched to returned home and land. I tried it again and the same thing happened again. Just last weekend I decided as i
Read more…Drone Insurance Depot- Thoughts?
Just found a new company which provides drone insurance in Canada. It's called Drone Insurance Depot, found here: http://www.droneinsurancedepot.com/.
Does anyone have any experience/knowledge/thoughts on them? Looking for coverage and their prices a
Read more…Long range wireless telemetry / Drone finder
Hello Guys.
I am planning to build a new telemetry device, and I need your brains to evaluate my solution!
Currently, I have a small high level design attached to this post.
So, I am planning to put gsm and gps capabilities to the device, including a sm
Read more…Need help finding the issue for a sudden flip
Dear members,
I would need some help finding the issue for a sudden flip (fortunately at only 2 meters high) of my quadrocopter running apm 3.2.1. It was a flip on the pitch axis, when I was just hovering and testing a new external compass module I in
Read more…How to integrate multiple PiCam Spy with PixHawk Mini?
My goal is to built a very small, lightweight drone but with multiple modest resolution (~5MP) cameras. I'm looking at using the PixHawk Mini, if I can get one:
http://www.unmannedtechshop.co.uk/mini-unmanned-hawk-autopilot-kit/
ArduCam make an excelle
Read more…Controlling 2-Axis glider plane with APM2.6
I intend to build the APM2.6 in a 2-Axis glider plane for long distance UAV flights,My setup is:Rudder (channel 1)Elevator (channel 2)Throttle (channel 3)Arming (channel 4)Flight mode (channel 8)So no airlerons and consequently no elevon or V tailIn
Read more…Motor Kv size verses power
I have built several 650mm tarot quads and have stayed with what was working as far as motors go. I recently have been having issues in the wind with the drone not able to loiter in position and drifting. This only happens in winds 15 mph+. If I want
Read more…APM 2.8
I have on order an APM2.8 with the M8N GPs/compass option.
What I need now is a manual,wiring & installation info as well as software to calibrate/install the control on my quad copter.
I tried the 3DR site but found nothing.
Any assistance is apprecia
Read more…EKF compass warnings 3.3.2
Hello,
I tried to fly with 3.3.2 and I can see a lot of EKF warnings about compass. This copter flies perfectly with 3.2.1 and didn't show any mistakes. With 3.3.2 I had to switch off internal compass, because with it the copter refused to arm because
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joystick settings
Dear all,
I am setting a joystick to flight with the MissionPlanner and I saw there are a lot of available options for every button that can be selected from the dropdown menu. This is the complete list:
- ChangeMode
- Do_Set_Relay,
- Do_Repeat_Relay,
- Do_Set_Se
250 Racer Propeller Ratings
An update of the latest tests.The winners are 2 of the 3-blade props tested. If you want more speed, then choose the one with the highest top end. Response? Then chose the 6x4-3 Gemfan.
Thrust is in terms of excess thrust after lifting itself at 14.8
Read more…How to ensure Pixhawk reaches a waypoint's altitude before flying on?
Hi guys...
I fly in mountainous terrain in New Mexico.
I'd like to ensure that my F550 reaches a waypoint altitude before moving on to the next waypoint (more important of course flying UP along rising terrain than the other way around).
Couple question
