I just couldn't stand having the parts, but seeing them work yet, so I through together a quick rig, to give one motor and esc a test run. Although perhaps not terribly interesting, here is a video of my test: http://vimeo.com/34649657. Although moving the plank of wood was cool, I will remember to be very carefull when I have a prop on my motor!!
Hi All, My 3D designed and 3D printed mini frame has arrived from Shapeways, and I've started the build. I'm still waiting for a battery and motors from Hobbyking, before test flying begins. The props pictured in the + config are 4" and turns out to be to small, and I need to replace two of my motors. As you can see, I reconfigured it for X, which extends the arm an extra couple of inches, and mounted 6" props. The frame assembly was pretty easy, ...
Updated 01-07-2012 at 05:23 AM by elchan
Finally, after what felt like forever, my HK order filled and shipped. And now I am surrounded with tons of little boxes, parts, and bits . I just need a few more little bits and pieces (like some bolts, perhaps another aluminum plate or two, and some connectors) and I'll be all set to get this quad built and flying! . This is very exciting. Pics to come soon....once I have more than a pile of bits to show .
Thought this was really cool! Have you seen this?
I thought this was cool: http://www.itworld.com/networking/217787/5-ipad-gadgets-geeks?page=0,3 "If you use an oscilloscope and own an iPad, this is a great way to get the job done using both technologies to support one another."