Hi,
I'm using the APM2.5 with USB connection and can't receive data (artificial horizon doesn't move and all data is zero).
The OS is Windows 7 and I have tried it on multiple computers, same problem. I have uploaded both arduplane and copter firmware
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I´m looking for a detailed explanation of the control loops of the APM, and I there are a simulink, scicolab...etc a model of the apm with the control loop.
I looking for this, because I´m working in a vision based navigation system for
Read more…OK, so I am the complete empty bottle on this subject, but I want to pose this question to get an idea of how stupid it is...
I want to run the LV-EZ0 on my APM1 (Arduplane) as well as the pitot-static, so I thought it might be nice to plug the LV's
Read more…Is there any information about how to properly tune those PID in arduplane? P tuning is easy, but how about I and D. under what circumstances we need to increase or decrease the I or D value? A detail illustration will help a lot. Thanks
Read more…For "Arducopter 3DR-C Quad Kit (Frame+Motors)" with motor "Brushless Motor 2212Q, 850Kv" , which battery to choose? (4s or 3s)?
Read more…So, I am using the R617FS which I normally connect with PWM inputs for each channel. Some surfing has dug up this mod which outputs PPM from the R617FS on which ever pin you choose, but only the first five channels.
Does the current APM failsafe/PPM
Read more…I cannot get the compass test to work in Mission Planner.
The mag is working in HUD and is enabled etc.
What am I missing? Is this a MP issue, a setup issue, a mode issue, serial, baudrade, a stupid user issue?
Mission Planner 1.2.35 mav 1.0 and Ar
Read more…I am posting this for information purposes, as I had only discovered I was running 2.9 yesterday and not 2.9.1 as I thought, but these incidents seem similar to some other unexplained crashes of late.
This hex was being used to trial camera isolation
Read more…What are the advantages and disadvantages or each?
The PX4 looks like the very old days when APM had many boards and no case. Just looking at the advertisement I have no idea why I would want to trade in my APM 2.5+ for a PX4?
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When adjusting the auto pilot, what is the best way to get the numbers for its balance right. It does more of a controlled crash.
Read more…I have a Dynam Hawk Sky. When I was flying it I noticed the slightest breeze sends the thing flying to the side. Is this true with all airframes? Does the air have to be dead still?
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I'd like to build 2 concepts of solar powered fixed wing UAVs. I'm looking for people who are experienced in UAV construction and electronics, including control and communication over large distances. I'd be happy to use Ardupilot APM, dronecel
Read more…Has anybody else used pool noodles as a frame material?
After three attempts I can provide some advice:
Fiberglass packing tape on the bottom (tension areas)
1/16" fiberglass rods on the top (compression areas)
1/16" fiberglass rods in "X" top and bottom
Read more…I've just released ArduPlane 2.70
This is a bug fix release, primarily because of the telemetry rate bug that several people reported in 2.69. That bug caused Mission Planner to not display attitude information unless you forced the telemetry rate for
Read more…Are these PixHawk PCB's on eBay "legit"? What is the general consensus on them? Same us usual: "evil, run away!"?
"Selling the bare PCB f
Read more…I have a GoPro camera and I'm trying to get it to work with 3DR OSD and my FPV setup. I have a small Sony camera that works, but when I plug in the GoPro all I get is the OSD overlay. I've tried 2 different GoPro cameras, but still no video (Hero1
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I got my new APM 2.5. I am running it under Windows, arduino 1.01 with VS 2010. I am using ArduPlane 2.68 and 2.67 source code. It builds successfully. However, the problem is:
1) When I open the serial monitor the accelerometers/ gyro keep ca
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Don't know what happened but I can't seem to get any sensor info to display in the mission planner? I've reloaded code, rebooted, reset, etc. GPS locks on and shows location on map but nothing else.
Anything I can try?
Read more…Hey guys, had a thought. I was wondering instead of using seperate batteries to run my video, servos and APM, is there a power distribution board with filters that would eliminate servo noise in the video feed, this way I could go back to one battery
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