I want to use the ArduPilot board with EM406 GPS and FMA Co-Pilot options. I have downloaded Arduino 0017 and is working on my computer. The codes created by Chris Anderson & Jordi Munoz is a great effort but unfortunately only a person who knows the
Read more…As we all know one of the most exciting parts of flying a UAV is watching/flying from their point of view. Seeing what things look like when your staring down at them. The purpose of this discussion is to share and inform followers about video camera
Read more…I have my ArduPilot (running ArduPilot_EasyStar_V23) setup with an Xbee Series 2 on the Adafruit adapter board, with RX going to TX on the ArduPilot, 5v going to the special 5v Pin on the ArduPilot, and Gnd to Gnd.On the other end, I have my ArduStat
Read more…Dear members,I am modelling and flying since 2003 but very new in UAV (not yet started). I have downloaded ArduPilit 2 by Chris Anderson & Jordi Munoz of Feb/18/2009. When I open it on Arduino 0017 and run Verify/Compile I get the following line high
Read more…I want to build a UAV that I can have complete control over using a joystick/rutter/throttle setup from my laptop. I want to ultimately base it off the WASP-III or the Scan Eagle from the AF. Can someone help me get started with what hardware/softwar
Read more…I am looking for a UAV platform that would be best for loitering, following, carrying a video payload, and some kind of collision avoidance (sonar most likely). Any suggestions on a pre existing platform. I always thought a three prop "saucer" would
Read more…i need a toggle board with the toggling mechanism for switching between the RC control and the autonomous mode.any suggestions?
Read more…Anybody have any suggestions for a UAV design. I'm looking to make one for an upcoming competion and stumbled when it comes to a good design. Any info regarding design aspects would be helpful.~What wing design is the best? (delta, swept wings, high,
Read more…Does anyone have any suggestions on what kind of camera i should put on my UAV??Feel free to leave links!!!Thank you
Read more…Hello, I am relatively new to this ArduStation. I attempted to upload the Ardustation demo program using the ftdi cable, but i recieve the error:avrdude: stk500_getsync(): not in sync: resp=0x00avrdude: stk500_disable(): protocol error, expect=0x14,
Read more…I had performed all the ground checks on my arupilot 2.3 powered Easystar.I had set to waypoint mode, stored a 5 waypoint test flight, and launched.After takeoff, I flew manually to get it airborne, then switch to auto mode. The plane climbed and tur
Read more…Hi guys,I am just trying to model up the skins for my wing design in Carbon fibre. Does anyone know roughly how thick the carbon fibre would need to be for a 200x50x1000mm wing? I am proposing to use wet layup so you would expect it to perhaps be a l
Read more…Greetings,I spent much of the day building the Ardustation, and stuffing it in a box. I loaded V12 software, and have both XBee Pro modems configured to 57600 (EM406 GPS). I know they talk to each other, because I use them for a Mikrokopter at 57600
Read more…Any persone can help me with the instructions to assembly all hardware and to installation of arduino software. Because I live in Colombia and is difcult buy any component in event of mistake with assembly installation proccess.Excuseme for me bad en
Read more…i have many questions as im attempting this project as of now. already bought most of the hardware just waiting for my electostar its on backorder. i found this question in another forum. you suggested that we use a wireless video camera but what fre
Read more…Has anyone attempted to integrate the FMA Co-pilot II sensors with ArduPilot? I ordered a set of these without realizing that they had a different interface than CPD4. The connector looks like a servo connector with 3 wires: black, red, and white. Ca
Read more…I am in the early stages of testing my ardupilot 2.3 before flying.My Spektrum DX6i is a 2.4 GHz 6 channel RC. Channel 5 is only a 2 position switch, which I use as the toggle between manual & auto.I am trying to determine the correct setting for par
Read more…I'm working on an autopilot for Propeller (I realize this has already been done, but I want a custom system), and I have a few questions.1) What advantages make the uBlox worth it's price? Should I get a uBlox or an EM406 to start with?2) Would it be
Read more…Help, I can not find my user manual for my older FlyCamOne camera. If anyone has the pdf I'd like to get a copy. (Why didn't they put the user manual on the CD with the driver?)Would also like input from anyone who has similar but different devices f
Read more…Hi everyone,Based on the descriptions on the main ArduPilot site, instruction manual, and code page, I was under the impression that I could run 2.1 on the new board without the shield, and without a Z-sensor. Now that I bought the board, FTDI cable,
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