"I want to implement a 6 (maybe 9) axis IMU in order to tune my F1 RC Car during races. I could use it to calculate my traction circle, slip angles, etc. and then use that data to optimize my camber and caster, tire compound, etc.. Just like a…"
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making own APM 2.0 purple board?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Seamus Allan Mar 24. 9 Replies 0 Likes
I see there are the eagle files on the product page for the APM 2.0 purple, so I was wondering if it was possible to use those to have the pcb's made? It says "Not recommended for production, for…Continue
Arducopter for sale RTF
Started this discussion. Last reply by HangerRat Mar 23. 10 Replies 0 Likes
I am selling my Arducopter with everything, carbon fiber frame, Turnigy 9x TX/RX, APM plus oilpan and GPS, 2 Lipos 5000mah and 4000mah, 5 motors (1 spare), extra props, extra hobbyking v1 wooden…Continue
is there a place to list things for sale?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Mike Pursifull Feb 4. 1 Reply 0 Likes
I am wanting to sell my AC, basically I just want to get a smaller one and I don't have the money for it so I'm going to sell this thing. Continue
functionality with just gps and APM?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Ellison Chan Feb 2. 7 Replies 0 Likes
What kind of functionality do I get with just the GPS and APM? I know I can't do auto land without sonar, but what else can I do or can't do with this setup? Continue
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Seamus Allan replied to Brandon's discussion making own APM 2.0 purple board?"I agree with Vernon completely.
Building your own board isn't completely out of the question, however it may be difficult given some of the chosen parts.
I personally have opted for the ArduPilotMega board + IMU board, as I can make it…"
HangerRat replied to Brandon's discussion Arducopter for sale RTF"Is this still for sale, and what are you asking?
What version of the APM is that?
Thanks"
Vernon Barry replied to Brandon's discussion making own APM 2.0 purple board?"You realize the MPU6000 is a QFN 24 pin, 4x4mm package right? Not exactly for the faint of heart and you must solder using proper methods, not some hack job (and trust me, I'm guilty in the past).
Sure, I've soldered 0603 components and…"
DeveloperOlivier ADLER replied to Brandon's discussion making own APM 2.0 purple board?
"As Chris said, even if you can get a cheap PCB (untested ??), it will be a lot of work to find and assemble all components. You can fail in a lot of places even with good soldering skills.
Obviously the best if you want a flawless result is to buy…"
ModeratorChris Anderson replied to Brandon's discussion making own APM 2.0 purple board?
"The PCB is easy and cheap . It's all the pick-and-place soldering of components that will cost you. The parts alone, in batches of a couple (rather than the tens of thousands that we buy), will add up to more than the cost of the 3DR…"
Brandon replied to Brandon's discussion making own APM 2.0 purple board?"@Vernon Barry, I have not seen that board, I'll take a look at it.
@Chris-really, that much? At school, there was a guy that was taking orders for 4 layer pcbs at $10 per sq in. So I figure that would cost about $40 for 3…"
Vernon Barry replied to Brandon's discussion making own APM 2.0 purple board?"Well, I guess the bigger question is, if you aren't going to use it on a quad, why not use the ARDUIMU V3?
I'm not trying to discourage you, just saying the biggest holdup on the AMP2.0 boards is the barometer ICs (mostly why they have…"
ModeratorChris Anderson replied to Brandon's discussion making own APM 2.0 purple board?
"Yes, you can maker Gerbers from them and send them to any PCB house. But it's full of tiny surface mount chips. You can't solder them by hand. You'll need to source all the components and have some assembly house make them for you.…"
Brandon posted a discussionmaking own APM 2.0 purple board?
I see there are the eagle files on the product page for the APM 2.0 purple, so I was wondering if it was possible to use those to have the pcb's made? It says "Not recommended for production, for reference only" Is there somewhere where I can get the right files that are used for production?I know someone who does it relatively cheap and we are planning on putting in a batch order soon. I'm not really planning on using it for a quadcopter but for other projects for school. ThanksSee More
Brandon replied to Brandon's discussion Arducopter for sale RTF"I built it myself. I found the frame from fpvfoxtech.com, motors and TX/RX from hobbyking, esc and batteries are from hobbypartz.com. I constructed the power distribution wire myself with 12awg wire. "
Al W replied to Brandon's discussion Arducopter for sale RTF"Did you build it yourself or buy it from a kit? I am just concerned about the compatibility of replacement parts. Thanks!"
Al W replied to Brandon's discussion Arducopter for sale RTF"Nice! Where did you mount the GoPro on the top or beneath the drone?
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Brandon replied to Brandon's discussion Arducopter for sale RTF"I did fix the landing gear...Gorilla Glue is great! However, the dome was completely smashed. Yes, I have mounted a GoPro on it and it carried it no problem. I'm not sure what it's carrying capacity is, I suppose I could test…"
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