Yesterday we have added information about the components you need to build Ecilop Eco and the example of a complete set (we were flying). Visit www.ecilop.com/ecilop-eco or look here:

ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS YOU NEED:

1. Engines (4 pcs) with a static thrust of 500-700 gr each and fixing holes 19 mm
2. Propellers (4 pcs) a maximum of 10 inches
3. ESC (4 pcs) 10-15A
4. Flight controller for quadrocopter (1 pcs) no special requirements
5. Battery (1 pcs) weight 200-400 gr
6. Remote control (1pcs) 7-channel or more
7. Engine (1 pcs) with a static thrust 30-90 gr, 10mm mounting hole and R8.5 mm
8. Propeller (1 pcs) 2510 or 3020
9. ESC (1 pcs) 3A
10. Servos (2 pcs) for helicopter tail and maximum width 13 mm
11. Gimbal Stabilization Controller (1 pcs)
12. Action video camera (1 pcs)

An example of a complete set:

Today is mid July and it is time to start Ecilop Eco sales!
We have promised that the price for kit self-assembly will be less than $100.

But "Ecilop Flying Camera" Team decided to make even better deal for you!

We are sharing drawings and technical docs of Ecilop Eco model for free!
It will be our first opened project. And we hope it will help you easy to make your first flying camera model.

Just:
1. Visit our web page to take drawings and other instructions
2. Assemble your own Ecilop Eco and equip it
3. Fly with your model and make good videos
4. Share your experince and videos on Ecilop Eco RCGroups page

You can donate to the development of this project if you like. Thank you in advance!

We wish you a good luck!

"Ecilop Flying Camera" Team

OVERVIEW:

Ecilop Eco is a quadrocopter  developed specially for begginers in aerial photography and video. The wood frame absorbs vibrations and does not pass them to the camera. It is the first commercial model which is using RoControl technology for camera rotation and stabilization controlling. Two axle camera gimbal is integrated into the model. The camera gimbal is attached with a single screw, so you can make test flights without a camera.  We have not set the kit with motors, controllers, screws and other, so you have the freedom to choose them. You can have minimal experience in modeling to assemble the Ecilop Eco model yourself.

FEATURES:

Multicopter swaying does not affect the camera, since the camera rotates leaning against the air and not the multicopter frame. Other camera gimbal types using the frame try to quickly stabilize the camera when tilting takes place, whileEcilop stabilization does that inertially. A lightweight wood frame will not cause a lot of damage in case of crash. Small lightweight propellers cannot cause serious injuries. If the drone falls from the height of several meters, the frame is likely to remain intact. Quick repair of the wood construction is possible in field conditions using super glue. The frame of the drone can be spray-painted into any color. Two people can simultaneously control the drone to ensure professional shooting quality. In the “heading hold” gyroscope mode, the camera will not tilt following an erroneous signal from accelerometers (the second operator can take care of smooth tilting). Both optical and inertial horizon sensors can be used for automatic camera stabilization. Drone elements never appear within the camera’s FOV and do not appear in footage (without a fish-eye lens). The compact drone can quickly maneuver and fly through narrow passages. A lightweight drone does not need heavy and expensive batteries.

Sample Onboard Video

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