[APPROVED] ArduSoar replacement parts and sensor mounts

Topic: Motor/ESC and sensor mounts for ArduSoar radian

Proposal type: Hardware , Software , Other : _________________

Description:

I need a new motor due to a crash from a bad autotune result. The motor shaft is bent and cannot be replaced easily. I’d also like to try out the new VimDrones AM32 DroneCAN ESC and ensure it works on 4.6. Finally, I’d like a bit of money to cover 3D print costs for making a better flight controller mount, as well as printing a mount for the Trisonica 3D airspeed sensor. I don’t own a printer, and there is a local makerspace that has printing available for a small fee. The 3D printed files will be open source.

This platform is also used for development of SmartRTL in steep terrain and general 4.6 flight testing.

Planned amount $$ (USD):

Estimated time for completion: 3 weeks

Benefits: More flight testing on 4.6

Since January, I’ve flown 18 times on this vehicle, and have discovered bugs/improvements.

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The rangefinder is installed and working well.

Motor replacement is a nice improvement. Still some vibration at high throttles likely due to a loose motor.