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DIY Drone Kit With Manual (Camera Not Included)

Description

The DIY Drone Kit With Manual is an innovative and comprehensive kit designed for enthusiasts and hobbyists to build and customize their own drone from scratch. This kit comes with a detailed manual, providing a step-by-step guide to assemble and configure the drone. Note that the camera is not included in the kit, allowing users to choose their preferred camera module or upgrade to a higher-end camera for advanced aerial photography and videography.

Functionality

The DIY Drone Kit is designed to provide a hands-on learning experience, allowing users to gain a deeper understanding of drone technology and its various components. Upon completing the assembly and configuration process, the drone can be used for a variety of applications, including

Aerial photography and videography

Surveillance and monitoring

Racing and recreation

Research and development

Key Features

  • Modular Design: The drone kit features a modular design, allowing users to easily upgrade or replace individual components as needed.
  • Advanced Flight Controller: The kit includes a high-performance flight controller with a robust software framework, supporting advanced flight modes and stabilization algorithms.
  • Powerful Motors: The drone kit comes equipped with high-efficiency motors, providing a reliable and stable flight experience.
  • Durable Frame: The frame is constructed from high-quality, lightweight materials, ensuring a robust and enduring structure.
  • Advanced Sensors: The kit includes a range of advanced sensors, including GPS, accelerometer, and gyroscopes, for accurate navigation and stabilization.
  • Manual and Tutorial: The comprehensive manual and tutorial provided with the kit guide users through the assembly, configuration, and calibration process, ensuring a seamless learning experience.
  • Customization and Upgrade Options: The DIY Drone Kit allows users to customize and upgrade their drone with various components, including cameras, propellers, and ESCs, to suit their specific needs and preferences.
  • Compatibility: The kit is compatible with a range of camera modules, including Raspberry Pi camera, FPV cameras, and more, allowing users to choose their preferred camera solution.

Flight Controller

32-bit STM32F103 processor, 6-axis gyroscope, 3-axis accelerometer, and barometer

Motors

High-efficiency brushless motors with 12N thrust

Frame

Lightweight, durable frame with a 250mm wheelbase

Sensors

GPS, accelerometer, gyroscope, and barometer

Power System

3S 11.1V 2200mAh LiPo battery, 25A ESCs

Weight

Approximately 350g (without camera and battery)

Dimensions

250mm x 250mm x 120mm (without propellers)

What's Included

DIY Drone Kit components (frame, motors, ESCs, flight controller, sensors, and power system)

Detailed manual and tutorial

Screwdriver and other necessary assembly tools

What's Not Included

Camera module (users can choose their preferred camera solution)

Battery and charger (users need to purchase separately)

Propellers (users need to purchase separately)

The DIY Drone Kit With Manual is designed for

Hobbyists and enthusiasts interested in drone technology and customization

Students and researchers looking to gain hands-on experience with drone development

Professionals seeking to create custom drone solutions for specific applications

By assembling and configuring the DIY Drone Kit, users can gain a deep understanding of drone technology and create a customized flying machine tailored to their specific needs and preferences.

Pin Configuration

  • DIY Drone Kit with Manual (Camera Not Included) - Pinout Explanation
  • The DIY Drone Kit is a comprehensive package that allows users to build and customize their own drone. The kit includes a flight controller, motors, ESCs, and other essential components. This documentation focuses on the pinout explanation of the flight controller, which is the brain of the drone. Please note that the camera is not included in this kit.
  • Flight Controller Pinout:
  • The flight controller has a total of 54 pins, divided into four rows of 13 pins and two rows of 14 pins. The pins are labeled with their functions, and this documentation will explain each pin's purpose.
  • Top Row (Left to Right):
  • 1. VCC: 5V power supply for the flight controller.
  • 2. GND: Ground connection for the flight controller.
  • 3. UART_TX: Transmitter pin for serial communication (UART).
  • 4. UART_RX: Receiver pin for serial communication (UART).
  • 5. SCL: I2C clock pin for peripheral devices.
  • 6. SDA: I2C data pin for peripheral devices.
  • 7. Buzzer-: Negative pin for the buzzer ( alarm speaker).
  • 8. Buzzer+: Positive pin for the buzzer (alarm speaker).
  • 9. PPM_IN: Input pin for PPM (Pulse Position Modulation) signal from the receiver.
  • 10. PPM_OUT: Output pin for PPM signal to the servos.
  • 11. PWM5: PWM output pin for motor 5 (unused in this kit).
  • 12. PWM6: PWM output pin for motor 6 (unused in this kit).
  • 13. VBAT: Battery voltage monitoring pin.
  • Second Row (Left to Right):
  • 1. GND: Ground connection for the flight controller.
  • 2. 3V3: 3.3V power supply for peripherals.
  • 3. VIN: Input voltage pin for the voltage regulator.
  • 4. BOOT: Bootloader pin for firmware updates.
  • 5. RX: Receiver pin for serial communication (UART).
  • 6. TX: Transmitter pin for serial communication (UART).
  • 7. SCL: I2C clock pin for peripheral devices.
  • 8. SDA: I2C data pin for peripheral devices.
  • 9. INT: Interrupt pin for event-driven operations.
  • 10. PWM0: PWM output pin for motor 0.
  • 11. PWM1: PWM output pin for motor 1.
  • 12. PWM2: PWM output pin for motor 2.
  • 13. PWM3: PWM output pin for motor 3.
  • Third Row (Left to Right):
  • 1. GND: Ground connection for the flight controller.
  • 2. PWM4: PWM output pin for motor 4.
  • 3. PWM7: PWM output pin for motor 7 (unused in this kit).
  • 4. PWM8: PWM output pin for motor 8 (unused in this kit).
  • 5. LED-: Negative pin for the user LED.
  • 6. LED+: Positive pin for the user LED.
  • 7. GPS_TX: Transmitter pin for GPS serial communication.
  • 8. GPS_RX: Receiver pin for GPS serial communication.
  • 9. GPS_PPS: PPS (Pulse Per Second) signal from the GPS module.
  • 10. BARO_SCL: I2C clock pin for the barometer.
  • 11. BARO_SDA: I2C data pin for the barometer.
  • 12. ACC_SCL: I2C clock pin for the accelerometer.
  • 13. ACC_SDA: I2C data pin for the accelerometer.
  • Bottom Row (Left to Right):
  • 1. GND: Ground connection for the flight controller.
  • 2. MAG_SCL: I2C clock pin for the magnetometer.
  • 3. MAG_SDA: I2C data pin for the magnetometer.
  • 4. GYRO_SCL: I2C clock pin for the gyroscope.
  • 5. GYRO_SDA: I2C data pin for the gyroscope.
  • 6. TELEM: Telemetry pin for debug output.
  • 7. RSSI: RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indication) pin for RF signal strength.
  • 8. SPI_CLK: Clock pin for SPI communication.
  • 9. SPI_MISO: Master In Slave Out pin for SPI communication.
  • 10. SPI_MOSI: Master Out Slave In pin for SPI communication.
  • 11. SPI_CS: Chip Select pin for SPI communication.
  • 12. reserved: Reserved pin for future use.
  • 13. reserved: Reserved pin for future use.
  • 14. reserved: Reserved pin for future use.
  • Connection Structure:
  • To connect the pins, follow these steps:
  • 1. Connect the motors to the corresponding PWM output pins (PWM0-PWM4).
  • 2. Connect the ESCs to the motor pins, ensuring correct polarity.
  • 3. Connect the receiver to the PPM_IN pin.
  • 4. Connect the buzzer to the Buzzer- and Buzzer+ pins.
  • 5. Connect the camera (if included) to the I2C pins (SCL and SDA).
  • 6. Connect the GPS module to the GPS_TX, GPS_RX, and GPS_PPS pins.
  • 7. Connect the barometer, accelerometer, magnetometer, and gyroscope to their respective I2C pins.
  • 8. Connect the telemetry pin to a serial console or debug tool (if desired).
  • 9. Connect the RSSI pin to an RF signal strength indicator (if desired).
  • 10. Connect the SPI pins to a peripheral device (if desired).
  • Important Notes:
  • Ensure correct polarity when connecting components to the flight controller.
  • Use the provided documentation and diagrams to ensure correct connections.
  • Consult the user manual and online resources for configuration and calibration procedures.
  • Always follow safety guidelines when working with electrical components and flying drones.

Code Examples

DIY Drone Kit With Manual (Camera Not Included) Documentation
Overview
The DIY Drone Kit With Manual is a comprehensive kit for building and customizing a drone. The kit includes a flight controller, motors, propellers, ESCs, and a frame, but does not include a camera. This documentation provides an overview of the kit's components, technical specifications, and code examples to help users get started with building and programming their drone.
Components
Flight Controller: Supports PX4, APM, and QGroundControl flight stacks
 Motors: 4 x Brushless motors with 12A ESCs
 Propellers: 4 x 10-inch propellers
 Frame: Durable and lightweight design with mounting points for camera and other components
 Manual: Detailed instructions for assembly, configuration, and programming
Technical Specifications
Flight Controller:
	+ Processor: 32-bit STM32F405
	+ Sensors: Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Barometer, and GPS
	+ Interfaces: UART, I2C, SPI, and USB
 Motors:
	+ Type: Brushless
	+ Rating: 12A, 14.8V
	+ Speed: Up to 10,000 RPM
 Propellers:
	+ Size: 10 inches
	+ Material: Durable plastic
 Frame:
	+ Material: Aluminum alloy
	+ Weight: 250g
	+ Dimensions: 350mm x 350mm x 80mm
Programming and Configuration
The DIY Drone Kit supports various programming languages and frameworks, including Python, C++, and Lua. The kit is compatible with popular flight stacks such as PX4, APM, and QGroundControl.
Code Examples
Example 1: Basic Drone Control using Python and PX4
This example uses the PX4 flight stack and Python to control the drone's movement.
```python
import px4
# Initialize the drone object
drone = px4.Drone()
# Set the drone's mode to 'GUIDED'
drone.set_mode('GUIDED')
# Take off and hover at 5 meters
drone.takeoff(5)
# Move the drone forward by 10 meters
drone.set_velocity_body(0, 10, 0)
# Land the drone
drone.land()
```
Example 2: Autonomous Flight using Lua and APM
This example uses the APM flight stack and Lua to program an autonomous flight mission.
```lua
-- Define the mission waypoints
waypoints = {
  {lat=47.397741, lon=8.545594, alt=20},
  {lat=47.397741, lon=8.546594, alt=20},
  {lat=47.396741, lon=8.545594, alt=20},
  {lat=47.396741, lon=8.546594, alt=20}
}
-- Load the mission into the flight controller
APM.load_mission(waypoints)
-- Start the mission
APM.start_mission()
```
Example 3: Real-time Telemetry using C++ and QGroundControl
This example uses the QGroundControl flight stack and C++ to display real-time telemetry data on a custom GUI.
```cpp
#include <QGC.h>
// Initialize the QGroundControl object
QGC qgc;
// Connect to the drone
qgc.connect("udp:localhost:14550")
// Get the drone's telemetry data
QGC::VehicleState state = qgc.get_vehicle_state();
// Display the telemetry data on the GUI
std::cout << "Altitude: " << state.altitude << " meters" << std::endl;
std::cout << "Velocity: " << state.velocity << " m/s" << std::endl;
```
Troubleshooting and Support
For troubleshooting and support, please refer to the DIY Drone Kit's manual and online resources. The kit's manufacturer also provides a community forum and documentation wiki for additional guidance and support.