So some time has passed, and I have a nagging in the back of my mind - why couldn't we field an Outback Challenge Team? We are already working on several projects, and combined we have a PILE of UAS time in the air. We could even purpose-design the entire system; airframe, autopilot, all of it from ongoing projects or designs here on DIYDRONES. I have no doubt we could raise a little money and could field a competitive team. I know we are spread all over the world, and that this is all OpenSource...but what better way to prove that this type of collaboration really can produce world-class results.Sooo...who's in?? Seriously, I'm in - and looking for compatriats!
Thats a great Idea Scott, I am definitely interested to join the team, I have only been involved with my own UAV project for about 4months now since my graduation (still long way to go) mainly focusing on auto-land right now. But I have lots of time on my hands with my current job and from my degree have lots of the background theory covered already. let me konw what you think
I'd be interested... This would be a great way for me to start getting more involved in the airborne aspect of the site. I'm currently working on integrating the ArduIMU+ into a navigation and mapping solution, I do own a spare ardupilot (v2 I think red pcb about 5months old) and an EM406a GPS I would be willing to donate.
Realistically I can devote 2-4hrs a week if needed though I'm not really sure what else I can do to help out as I'm still in the experimenting stage on my ROV :) This sounds like it could be a good project.
I am planning on entering the 2010 outback challenge with Ardupilot. Have been working away slowly for a little while now. I am planning on using a gas engine and two arduopilots. I have been testing on the plane pictured in my profile. It had a nasty crash a while ago, but that was a once off luckily. Took a little while to rebuild :)
I think we're going to have a AUVSI colligiate entry. That, along with the Sparkfun contest, FIRST robotics (blimps) and our own T3 contests, will probably be all that I can handle this year.
Welcome aboard - we all acknowledge the realities of of life and the time allowance we would have to make; so we'd have to come up with some milestones, and sub-project managers to actually make a go at this. Undoubtedly, not EVERYONE who works on the project will be able to go to the "Land Down Under" for the actual competition, but ANYONE could fulfill a sub-project lead role, or the role of assisting with documentation, design etc. etc. SO whatever anyone could do would be appreciated, and of course you'd be a part of an amazing team...;)
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Just added you as a friend. I will chat to you shortly about what I am looking for.
Michael
This could work out well because I was looking at buying a new plane for the outback challenge and if I can get it custom made, even better!
Realistically I can devote 2-4hrs a week if needed though I'm not really sure what else I can do to help out as I'm still in the experimenting stage on my ROV :) This sounds like it could be a good project.
I am planning on entering the 2010 outback challenge with Ardupilot. Have been working away slowly for a little while now. I am planning on using a gas engine and two arduopilots. I have been testing on the plane pictured in my profile. It had a nasty crash a while ago, but that was a once off luckily. Took a little while to rebuild :)