Yearly Archives: 2016
DJI released their new flagship drone this week, the Phantom 4. This has prompted the widely asked question from existing loyal Phantom owners “Should I upgrade?”.The answer is unfortunately not as simple as it might seem, it depends largely on what you’re currently flying as well as your level of flying [...]
Should you upgrade from the Phantom 3 to the Phantom ...
Good news for IRIS+ fans. We’ve released the CAD files as STLs, so you can 3D print any replacement parts you need for free, including improved versions of the legs that are 50% lighter and require less support when printing. Our friends at MyMiniFactory are hosting these and have prepared a [...]
3DR IRIS + blueprint for 3d printer
So it looks like DJI has a way to develop apps/programs to get “under the hood”. https://developer.dji.com
DJI SDK
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FPV for Syma X5C -50 bucks
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Drone Charging Station
About this project INTRODUCTION The IR-LOCK Sensor system is used to autonomously land copters in small areas. Simply place the MarkOne Beacon at the desired landing point, and initiate the LAND mode. This is useful for docking with charging stations, package delivery systems, UAV-to-ground vehicle interaction, etc. The MarkOne Beacon [...]
Guided precision landing
I modified this way back, adding some extra strength to the part and leveling out the area that mates to the bed. If you have been using this setup this is a great way to add some stability. The rods have been moved the the outermost edges of the part, [...]
1405 JONBOT print bed ends reenforced Widened rods by danman1178
No sag/Extended Y-Axis: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:372467 X Ends: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:376515 http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:377357/#files Z Axis: Printrbot Z Axis 5mm threaded rod upgrade by RedJoe I was unhappy with the 5/16 threaded rod that the Printrbot comes with and the Z-ribbing artifacts. The problem is the stepper motors have an uneven amount of steps with the [...]
3D printer upgrades for printrbot 1405 simple makers kit.
Source: Customizable Temp Calibration Tower (fixed!) by eibwen
Customizable Temp Calibration Tower (fixed!) by eibwen
This mod adds a third linear rod in both the Y and Z axes. The third rod greatly reduces the amount of twisting that can occur, especially with an extended Y mod installed. This mod is based off of Jon Lawrence’s 300mm no sag mod. It also includes modifications to [...]
Printrbot Simple 1405 “TRI ROD MOD” with or without XL ...
I was unhappy with the 5/16 threaded rod that the Printrbot comes with and the Z-ribbing artifacts. The problem is the stepper motors have an uneven amount of steps with the 5/16 rod. When you print something with the 5/16 rod, your layer heights will be off every x number [...]
Printrbot Z Axis 5mm threaded rod upgrade by RedJoe
This was my first try in 3D modeling something for posterior printing. If you print it, please reply with the result! It’s just a simple Sunshade for iPad air divided in 2 pieces to use in Phantom 3 Remote. Enjoy Source: iPad Air Phantom 3 Drone SunShade (2 Pieces) – [...]
iPad Air Phantom 3 Drone SunShade (2 Pieces) – 1st ...
I cut my sunshade design out of hard carton and taped it together with some white tape. Source: Apple Ipad mini sunshade by chrisebryan
Apple Ipad mini sunshade by chrisebryan
While working on making a observation screen for people while i am FPV flying I wanted to try and make a sunscreen for the old 7 inch monitor i had left over from an old in car DVD system. i have not printed it up after i made some changes [...]
Sun Screen for my old 7 inch monitor by Lowfiero
Rigid FPV monitor support for FrSky Taranis. Source: FrSky Taranis FPV monitor holder by igi79
FrSky Taranis FPV monitor holder by igi79
Designed for the DJI Phantom 1 This mount allows you to separate your FPV transmitter away from your GPS module minimizing inference. Custom zip tie holes allow you to securely mount your video transmitter or OSD device. (The longer M3*8 extra screws that come with the phantom work well to [...]
DJI Phantom FPV / OSD mount by questpact
A simple and strong FPV LCD holder for the FrSky Taranus or Turnigy 9X. I use it for mounting my RC800, 7″ LCD display. It will also hold other LCDs with back or bottom 1/4-20 mounts. I used a DIY 3S 2000mah battery pack, made of 3 18650 LiPo cells, [...]