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Getting started with APM2 and a Bixler.


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Brian Perkins commented on Stefan Gofferje's blog post Possible critical error due to a design problem with the 3DR power module
"I'm not very familiar with this sort of design, but I'd call this a panicked reading of the data sheet.
 No where does it "recommend" 12 v.  I would say that 12V is mentioned because it's a common input voltage. 
I would also expect  "recommended…"
Jun 27, 2013
Brian Perkins commented on Brian Perkins's blog post More Bixler Mods
"I switched to a similar solution, though I may need to add some shims to keep the wings from wiggling in bumpy weather."
Oct 23, 2012
Brian Perkins commented on PX4's blog post Introducing the PX4 autopilot system
"What about this?

http://code.google.com/p/vim-win3264/

Looks like there's a xxd binary in there."
Jul 28, 2012
Brian Perkins commented on PX4's blog post Introducing the PX4 autopilot system
"It's apparently installed with vim, at least on my Fedora machine."
Jul 27, 2012
Brian Perkins commented on PX4's blog post Introducing the PX4 autopilot system
"This looks more interesting the more I read about it.  I'm looking forward to seeing specifics on what folks are doing with this."
Jul 27, 2012
Brian Perkins commented on Andreas M. Antonopoulos's blog post Developing code for the APM - Webinar (TODAY)
"I saw the webinar on YT.  It was awesome.  
I'm looking forward to the SITL follow up.   Hopefully you haven't had second thoughts, it looks like a lot of work. :)"
Jul 23, 2012
Brian Perkins posted a blog post
A couple of technical and personal delays are going to push out my Bixler's first flight, but I thought I'd share a couple of pictures.Mike Pursifull suggested increasing rudder area, which seems like a reasonable thing to do.  I used a cardboard…
Jun 21, 2012
Brian Perkins commented on Brian Perkins's blog post Bixler Build
"It's probably a quality/process control issue, which isn't totally shocking, really."
Jun 8, 2012
Brian Perkins commented on Brian Perkins's blog post Bixler Build
"I tried with two needle nose pliers, two vice grips and vice grips and screwdrivers, but I can't get the prop adapter to budge."
Jun 7, 2012
Brian Perkins commented on Brian Perkins's blog post Bixler Build
"I noticed the kite stores stock solid fiberglass spars.  Has anyone tried this as a replacement?
I see some people claim non foam safe CA works with EPO.  True of false?
I tried a bit of plain old superglue as a test and didn't notice any melting or…"
Jun 6, 2012
Brian Perkins commented on Brian Perkins's blog post Bixler Build
"The APC is in the mail.  I was using the current prop as a placeholder.
I've also played with Gorilla glue after reading about epoxy concerns.  I have non adhesive backed velcro on hand and nothing seems to work all that well to stick it to the…"
Jun 5, 2012
Brian Perkins commented on Brian Perkins's blog post Bixler Build
"Good point, I'll see what I can do about tucking them in."
Jun 5, 2012
Brian Perkins commented on Brian Perkins's blog post Bixler Build
"Gak.  Fixed the attribution.  Sorry Mike."
Jun 5, 2012
Brian Perkins posted a blog post
My Bixler is mostly assembled, but there are some odds and ends. I need to secure the ESC inside and figure out a good way to secure the wings.  Mike Pursifull suggested using Command hooks and a rubber band.  Any other ideas for that?  I've heard…
Jun 5, 2012
Brian Perkins replied to Brian Perkins's discussion Bixler Weight and Balance
"Are folks using the electronics chassis?  I bought one, but it seems like it's a bit heavy."
May 22, 2012
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May 20, 2012
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