Key Takeaways
1. Hoarder Sam built a semi-autonomous drone that can navigate to waypoints and carry about 2 lbs (1 kg).
2. The video includes a detailed guide on the building process, with most parts ordered online and some made with a 3D printer.
3. The drone features an HGLRC-M100 mini GPS unit and a compass for autonomous navigation.
4. A latch-based “airdropping system” was added, using an MG995 servo motor for payload delivery.
5. The total cost of components for the drone is around $220, excluding servo motor expenses.
DIY engineer and YouTuber Hoarder Sam, known for his drone videos, has shared a new clip featuring a semi-autonomous drone he constructed. This drone can navigate to specific waypoints on its own and can carry a load of approximately 2 lbs (1 kg).
Video Overview
True to his style, the video not only shows the drone flying but also serves as a detailed guide to the building process. Most parts were ordered online, while a few were made using a 3D printer. The most expensive component was the flight controller, which cost $42.45.
Technical Details
For navigational assistance, he outfitted the drone with an HGLRC-M100 mini GPS unit that has a built-in compass. This setup enables the drone to maintain its location and navigate autonomously along designated paths. Additionally, a radio system was incorporated for communication purposes.
Payload Delivery System
Moreover, he introduced a latch-based “airdropping system” that utilizes a basic MG995 servo motor, allowing the drone to transport and release payloads. The overall cost for the components used in this build amounts to around $220, excluding the servo motor expenses.
As mentioned earlier, Hoarder Sam is quite experienced in creating DIY drones. Just about a week and a half ago, we discussed his construction of a 0.88-inch drone featuring 4 overlapping propellers. He successfully flew this drone, though it only managed to stay airborne for 2 minutes and 30 seconds.