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Quad flights, some tests and some crashes - on video

Posted by David Anders on December 2, 2012 at 5:24am

Hey all,

I spent some time out this morning trying various configs and just getting to know the flight dynamics of the frame/quad that I built.  It's the standard 3DR X form quad, with sonar mounts front and back.  I also added some foam to the landing gear to see what type of 'landings' it could withstand.  Aside from the collet crash (which broke a landing gear) it handed everything quite well.  However, mounting anything heavier than the sonar, telemetry or RX [ie, my GoPro Hero 2] is a no go on the mounts as it just throws the balance off too much.

Video here: https://vimeo.com/54703121

Cheers,
David.

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    David Anders December 5, 2012 at 1:35am

    Hi Shyam,

    Yes, the GoPro isn't the cheapest camera out there, but there are 3 versions.  v3 just came out.  If v2 is a bit much, perhaps look for v1?  Just called GoPro Hero and would also do a great job.

    As for the quad, yes, I purchased mine from the store that you linked.  I bought the quad version, revision C.  In terms of hovering, yes, it would hover quite well and if you include the various flight modes it will stick to the spot without you having to do anything.

    Cheers,
    David.

  • Shyam Balasubramanian December 2, 2012 at 6:26am

    Anders,

    Thanks to share the video. Very well edited. Are you using APM 2.5 board for your quad? Is the sonar sensor external or part of the board?

    Regards,

    Shyam,

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