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Pilot, Modeler, Robotics


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Interested in Autonomous flight, obstacle avoidance, code, DIY, FPV, and innovation!


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David Strassman replied to David Strassman's discussion MP Pixhawk showing NO RC RECEIVER
"Because of other projects, I have stepped away from my 3DR Quadcopter with the Pixhawk.
From memory, I think I went back to the drawing board, re-flashed the firmware, and did a complete setup from the beginning in Mission Planner.
Then it all…"
Feb 4, 2016
David Strassman posted a discussion
Hi, My pixhawk is showing a pre-arm error of No RC Receiver.It's there.I can calibrate radio, and, throttle down and to the right produce tones.So it's there.I've reinstalled firmware, checked my connections. No joy.Any ideas?
Dec 7, 2015
David Strassman replied to David Strassman's discussion Why does my post fail to get a response? "Only 3 motors spin"
"Thanks for your reply.
 I was hoping this was an obvious issue experienced by another user.
Supplying logs will garner more responses to this post?"
Apr 3, 2015
David Strassman posted discussions
Mar 15, 2015
David Strassman replied to David Strassman's discussion Steps for recovering 1 cell at 0.00v in a 5s 5000Mah lipo in ArduCopter User Group
"Thanks for all your tips, advice and concern.
Fly safe."
Jun 24, 2014
David Strassman replied to David Strassman's discussion Steps for recovering 1 cell at 0.00v in a 5s 5000Mah lipo in ArduCopter User Group
"Follow up:
Thanks for all your suggestions, very helpful.  I ended up discovering that the cell in question was dead. I desoldered it from the pack for a charge attempt and it would not hold.
Thanks Søren, I removed the cell and turned my 5s into a…"
Jun 24, 2014
David Strassman replied to David Strassman's discussion Steps for recovering 1 cell at 0.00v in a 5s 5000Mah lipo in ArduCopter User Group
"Thanks... 
So V+ on the balancing wire, and - on any ground?"
Jun 23, 2014
David Strassman replied to David Strassman's discussion Steps for recovering 1 cell at 0.00v in a 5s 5000Mah lipo in ArduCopter User Group
"Thanks for the warning... I would never open a lipo cell, just check the connections."
Jun 23, 2014
David Strassman replied to David Strassman's discussion Steps for recovering 1 cell at 0.00v in a 5s 5000Mah lipo in ArduCopter User Group
"Yes, It's 0.0 and I tried the NiMh method, and the remaining 4 cells all charge fine.
Just have to figure out how to charge that cell with 10mAh only.  And Safely."
Jun 23, 2014
David Strassman posted a discussion in ArduCopter User Group
Hey,I'm fully aware of the dangers of opening up a lipo.I know that it might be safer to render it inert in saltwater and throw it away.I understand that sometimes, charging a dead cell at 10mAh, might bring it back to life.Any ideas on the best and…
Jun 23, 2014
David Strassman replied to David Strassman's discussion MinimOSD issue- No on screen overlay
"Hey Guys,
 I fixed my Miniosd issue months ago.
Refer to my diagram above.
I have no idea about the remzibi.
"the dance" is the hours one spends trying to figure this stuff out.
Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
D"
Feb 15, 2014
David Strassman posted a discussion
Just got a brand new APM 2.6.It won't connect to terminal, initial setup/firmware install, or Mav link in Flight Data in latest MP. (updated today)My com port sees the Mega 2560, but "no connection" anywhere.When I first click connect in terminal,…
Oct 23, 2013
David Strassman commented on Michael's blog post 3D Printed Prop protectors- 3DR Quadcopter Version C
"I would love to protect my props from objects as well as protect persons and property from my Quad.
I wouldn't be surprised if propeller guards will be required by law in the near future. 
Safety needs to be a priority in our industry."
Oct 15, 2013
David Strassman posted a discussion
Strange... For the past few days now, anything I type into the Forum search field returns a blank!Our apologies - we couldn't find any discussions matching your search.Suggestions:Make sure all words are spelled correctlyTry different or more…
Jun 24, 2013
David Strassman replied to David Strassman's discussion MinimOSD issue- No on screen overlay
"Thanks but reset does nothing but blank the video for a second. There is no "update char set" message, there's absolutely zero overlay graphics.
I've triple checked my connections, mavlink works, and, I've even updated the minimOSD with the…"
Jun 11, 2013
David Strassman posted a discussion
  I've set up my minimOSD as per the diagram below, and, my Transmitter, Camera all work fine, however, there is no overlay data from the APM through the minimOSD board.When I first set up the configuration below, the minimOSD board showed a…
Jun 10, 2013
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