I had a lot of fun doing the CH-53E Super Stallion conversion, so I did another one. This one has the same mechanics setup as the CH53E. It is also a static model print adapted for flight. I'm don't like the paint color, but other than that, I'm pretty happy about this one too.
guys my friend asked me to 3d print smth like this but I cant find any similar model files. Could u help?
I got the file from Cults. It's intended to be a static desktop display model, so I had to modify it heavily to adapt it for flight.
It uses RC-Era C189 mechanics, YuXiang F119S main rotor blades, and a Goosky E2 tail motor and blades.
I tried the C189 tail motor at first but it got so hot, it melted the tail. I printed the next tail out of ABS, but the Goosky motor doesnt even get warm.
It flies just like any other RC Era heli.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HzqKXKdGhA
Had to retire my main test airframe after a very hard landing, but honestly that was mostly just an excuse to move the electronics into a fresh build.
Still unsure about the colour combination. It would be nice to see more colour options available from LW-PLA suppliers like ColorFabb. I’m not really one for post-processing printed parts, but maybe I should finally start painting them.
This is the same sub250g FPV wing platform, now rebuilt and looking a lot cleaner. I’m still being careful with the grey LW-PLA because it gets pretty delicate with heat, but the yellow material has been excellent so far.
Hopefully I’ll get some flights in tomorrow morning before it gets too hot and try a couple of new settings. Keen to see how this one feels with a fresh airframe and a slightly cleaner setup.
Has anyone here used AMS for multi-colour LW-PLA prints? Curious whether it’s worth the hassle for aircraft parts.
Been a follower but first time posting. Here is my noob question.
My goals:
Love 3d printing (advanced setup)
I want a drone
Future me wants an airplane
I’m cheap 🤣
My idea
What kit can I buy or put together now that is most transferable from a drone to a future airplane
Will the same transmitter controller be able to fly the drone and plane
Will the same flight controller be able to be plugged into an airplane to control the servos?
Am I being crazy?
I got introduced to this hobby through a commercial company using Cube Orange and Here 4 GPS. I currently have about 5 fixed wing planes all running arduplane, but I have mixed results with GPS/Compass combos. I just tried using HGLRC M100 pro but I am still getting a lot of interference. I do my best to isolate interference and keep them away from battery and esc wires. Just wondering what everyone's favorite modules are. Flight controllers are mostly Matek 405v2 or SpeedyBee f405.