FPV Drone
Year
2020-2023
This project was definitely the simplest but possibly the most fun. With a combination of a pre-made kit and ordering/designing specific components, I was able to build this drone and program it using BetaFlight. After getting the receiver and transmitter operating at the same frequency, I was able to use the on-board camera to fly this quadcopter with a First Person View. It is incredibly fun, and taking it out of safe mode so there is no angle limit on the IMU (inertial measurement unit) puts it on a whole other level.
A combination of the motherboard, ESCs (electronic speed controller), motors, propellers, a camera, and a battery make this all possible. It is great to see this hobby take off and the barrier to entry be greatly reduced. I would enjoy actually getting into the sport of Drone Racing if time permits.