"The Flying Box" - A 280mm Modular Quadcopter for 6" Props

*UPDATE 4/30/17:* The arms actually fit onto the plate now! Make sure when you're printing that the X looking piece is flat side down (there's a .3mm lip that needs to be printed)

*UPDATE 4/27/17:* I added the files for the GPS mount, but I will be remaking it ASAP

*UPDATE 4/25/17:* Mount for GPS made (I didn't include the GPS pole since I'm still working on it), new, more ridged arms (still working on them!)

*UPDATE 4/23/17:* New FC plate to allow for better cable management and removal. The quad's height is now 47mm. (2-3mm added, I don't remember the exact number)

I designed this quadcopter for a senior capstone project. I created it with modular design in mind as well as autonomous flight. It is designed to carry a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B, a standard 36mm 250mm class flight controller (I am using the PixRacer V1 for autonomous flight).

The arms are modular, designed for standard 2204/2202 brushless motors with 16x19mm bolt pattern.

In the photos, I have printed it in eSun PLA Pro, but I plan to print in NylonX by Matterhackers.

The STLs are exact dimensions, so adjust your prints accordingly!

Updates will come regularly, as I make changes.

Bucket list:

• ~~Reinforce arms~~
• Add landing gear
• Change PDP to standard mounting pattern
• Add mounting support for PX4Flow
• ~~Change the how the XT60 mounting~~
• Move the RX holes
• ~~Adjust standoffs for new FC (PixRacer)~~
• ~~Add support for GPS mount~~
• FPV
• Create 'racing' middle stack (remove RPi3)

Print Settings

Printer Brand:

Prusa

Printer:

Rafts:

No

Supports:

Resolution:

.2mm

Infill:

Notes:

If you're slicing in Simplify3D,MAKE SURE DENSE SUPPORTS ARE OFF, especially for the arms!

How to Assemble:

Hardware

Category: R/C Vehicles