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  1. Mohsin Falak

    APM positioning really matters?

    Hey guys, This is my first build and having a strange "flipping on takeoff" scenario here. Have tried every possible fix mentioned out there in the forums? Does the direction marking on the APM really matters... I have installed the apm in PLUS frame type (because the shock dampning plate only...
  2. GlassKnees

    Controlling a GoPro Camera

    I have a hexcopter that uses an APM 2.6 flight controller/autopilot and Tarot 2 axis gimbal/GoPro Hero4 camera. I can shoot nice aerial video when I remember to press the record button prior to takeoff, but I've wanted to shoot still photos. Unfortunately, the APM cannot control the shutter...
  3. GlassKnees

    Why I like My APM Ship For Pilot Training

    My first quadcopter build was a Parallax Elev-8 (V2) kit that had a basic flight controller. After some basic maneuvers I quickly got cocky and let the aircraft get away from me - I would lose orientation and flying in Acro mode invited trouble for a novice pilot. Then I built another elev-8...
  4. GlassKnees

    Something New I Learned

    I recently suffered a crash Aug 8 - suspect a defective prop separation that caused my Elev-8 to pitch over and crash: I just completed the repairs - had to replace the two front booms (those with the red mylar) and their motors, the GPS mast, and all screws that attach the booms to the...
  5. DIY Drone

    MCD is proud to present our new storefront.

    We have had our web store front open now for 2 weeks and we are proud to say we are very happy with our new customers who bought from us. In celebration we have lowered our prices on all of our 3D printed parts. Come and visit us and see what we can make, design, or create for you with our...
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