How to build an Autonomous UAV for Long Range FPV & Autonomous Missions
How to build a UAV for Long Range FPV & Autonomous Missions
I've linked the electronics down here
Alternative's to the F405-WING & Recommended Flight Controllers:
Matek F405-WTE: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dlk...
Matek F411-WSE: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Ddw...
Matek F411-WTE: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dl1...
Racerstar BR3536 950kv Motor: usa.banggood.com/custlink/GDK...
Hobbywing 40A ESC: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DBK...
MG90 Servo's: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dmw...
FrSky X8R Receiver: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFC...
Eachine TX805 800mW VTx: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFx...
Beitian BN-220 GPS: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFN...
My Radio, FPV Goggles & Antenna's:
Eachine EV800D: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCx...
FrSky Taranis X9D Plus SE: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCw...
Triple Feed Patch Antenna's: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCg...
*I've linked the electronics down here* Alternative's to the F405-WING & Recommended Flight Controllers: Matek F405-WTE: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dlkcz2x Matek F411-WSE: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DdwPX1Z Matek F411-WTE: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dl1b8Mx Racerstar BR3536 950kv Motor: usa.banggood.com/custlink/GDKY1LuzDG Hobbywing 40A ESC: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DBKc6Y3 MG90 Servo's: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DmwyF7H FrSky X8R Receiver: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFCE9xz Eachine TX805 800mW VTx: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFxVW6P Beitian BN-220 GPS: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFNfmLp My Radio, FPV Goggles & Antenna's: Eachine EV800D: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCxOubh FrSky Taranis X9D Plus SE: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCwlF2F Triple Feed Patch Antenna's: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCg1EMT
question would this also work with a gas engine ? or would i have to add more ?
@@SSGTWinters This design is made for electric propulsion only. If you want to convert this into a gas powered UAV, you have to think about enlarging internal area's for fuel storage and other components (instruments) that go with it. But the most complicated thing would be the weight by the gas engine itself, and all the combined weight by the reinforcements needed throughout the airframe to prevent fatigue by the engine vibrations. My advice is to keep it electric but upgrade to a powerful electric engine that has the same CC-output/or equivalent as a gas engine.
@@AeroStuffFPV okay i was just thinking about more endurance for longer loiter time. i get i would have to up scale but would just adding ribbing and frame work , well work you think ?
Great Video, thank you. Please do you happen to have the circuit diagram of your connections ?
With the right electronics you can use this as a mobile repeater for handhelds using FMRS GMRS or ham radio
Nice! Really like the look of that plane.
Oh nice. Overlap between the 2 videos I watched
How long till 🚀
looks like a skyhunter
I used it to scout a close military base so i can steal some mid grade explosives thanks
This is what a lot of channels lack. Explaining how to build it. Other RC channels could learn from this.
@@moonshot9056 oh fk off. stop gatekeeping. The more people start doing diy guides, the more ideas can spread and can inspire like-minded hobbyists to do the same.
Excellent video and very straight to the point! I did not realize how accessible it is to build something like this until I saw this video.
I'm not someone but I'm somebody who just subscribed to your channel. Tremendous work. Keep it up the potential applications are ground breaking. Can't wait to get in the air. Snow is all melting and wind is calming down. Thanks for the video.
Love this twin-boom pusher design ... it's my long-time pending project and after getting motivation from your video .. let me restart my work with twin-boom. I always love the twin booms .. started from Abrams P-1 Explorer.
Congratulations, good engineering knowledge, pragmatic implementation and a great result. That's how it has to be. And a hope that the younger generation can still be enthusiastic about such tasks. Hats off!
Great efficient design! I can see a use case of watching traffic flow on highways.
Beautiful build and it looks smooth as butter in flight.
Looks real nice in the air over those fields.
Good looking design and very cost effective! Happy youtube recommended this video to me.
This just became one of my favorite channels. Nice work, bro.
Fantastic project. You are going to be an impressive engineer! I started my robotics journey 30 years ago but didn’t have all the off-the-shelf resources you folks have today. I am envious and excited for you :) Keep up all the great work on the channel.
Stone coat , has diverse uses in wet or different temp . And many videos on you tube . When you mentioned the pink backing that is also used as well . For a light coat it can even be used on floors and counter tops . With a massive choice collection of colors that can be blended to look like different stones as well as artistic touches to diverse products and uses in and out of home and many videos free to study the easy to use coating . That are smooth as counter tops or can add fillers to allow more grip for slippery floors that are wet . The product costs only about 5 dollars a square foot . But they also allow specials that reduce the cost . And in aircraft even motor oil from engines will affect the flight . So the very low friction drag of a micro silicate aspect with counter top harness in all weather use . As well as very amazing color blends . That even radar resistant additions are what might be something to test with your flights . Thank you for your videos and for sharing in your success . And hope to see more of your videos !
Great looking and flying UAV. Watch the opening 2.5 minute flying sequence and maiden flight portions of the video a few time. Amazing aerial video work to capture its majestic beauty in flight.
I have build a bigger version of this plane with a wingspan of 2,5m. today was its maiden flight and it worked great! Your video was really helpfull even tough i didn't build exactly your plane.
I loved the step-by-step build and parts list. Instant subscribe.
Totally love the desing! maybe you get more effficiency if you tweak a bit the FPV gear aerodynamics, as for example getting the camera embedded inside the nose cone
Outstanding design and craftsmanship. Matter-of-fact when I first saw your video promo in my recommendations, I clicked on it looking for a link to buy it. I'd pay good money for the plane if you offered it in a airframe materials only build kit. Like the old Balsa Wood kits us old timers grew up building. The correct foam and plans, for convenience because for some people, sourcing the right Depron etc. can be a hassle.
the aerial shots are amazing! Beautifull
Good design! Easy to build and power efficiency. Thanks for sharing.
Hi you might take a look at a plane design we used to build back in the day, it was called a “ Ben buckle” it only had rudder and elevators but could be modified to have ailerons , I built one of these about 10 years ago it was so efficient it took me ages to get it down
Hi Aerostuff. Excellent very detailed and well presented build. Happy to be a new subscriber. As a newbie to UAV I have a lot of your builds to look through. Thanks.
Thanks for the video, definitely going to get into this..looks so fun!
Building this will definitely put you on a list.
Hello, you have the most informative videos about the long-range V-shaped FPV aircraft. But I would like to have attached to the video description a pdf file with drawings and all dimensions of the aircraft, as well as its electronic components (each component that was used in your video), it will be very convenient for everyone, I hope you will do so 🧡 Thank you so much for the video, such content deserves a lot of likes and views!
Thanks man, Once I got the time for it, I’ll work on making plans because my designs are from the mind up - never used plans/drawings
Will you pay for this work?
@@AeroStuffFPV I can draw schemes myself for each aircrafts on the channel (gmail in my channel description), just specify the dimensions and a list of components (it's not difficult for me and you, but the audience is pleased :))
@@timecode9269 whats the code of doing that, is there any guide video what to have in mind when creating bigger or smaller airplanes? lfyr, thanks
yes I need it too thanks
Really flies nice. Awesome build. Stock Inav PIDs are great. I just increase the I gain a bit since I like a more robotic feel.
It reminds me of the prototype drone from AC7, ngl
Many Thanks!
Wow, I never thought I'd get through to the end of this comment section. CONGRATULATION! on this and your future developments. Can't wait cause this smile just might just be permanent.
cool - I would have so-loved all this tech when I was doing my RC aero stuff in the early 1970s
Great work, outstanding.
If my son was like this guy, I would be so proud!😃
great build
Excellent build, Sir!
Thanks!😎
Nice work mate. Subscribed and very much looking forward to the solar powered project you mentioned.
Great work Aero! I am currently making a duplicate right now. I will keep you up with my progress. If there a request, I would like to see how you program INav or other to fly waypoint missions. Thanks so much!
hows it coming?
Hi man, how's the project? Love to see it in pictures or videos (Instagram: AeroStuff.FPV) send me a message!
Best flying footage ever👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾 Really Dope
oohhhh, I love this configuration
With your talents, I'm surprised that you haven't built a small CNC router to build your aircraft. I've designed and built an extremely accurate desktop mill and two router and have nowhere near your skills. I understand if you like the speed and challenge of how you are doing it currently but, maybe keep the CNC in mind. There's a world of resources out there to help.
What material do you use with your cnc machine?
@@jhejhobbies5850 Mostly plywood but certainly aluminum although, not being a pro, the finish on aluminum that I get could be improved. More recently I've been cutting carbon fiber sheet and it is a dream to machine. Very quick although it does eat through cutters more quickly although they are pretty cheap. For these flying machines, I'd be cutting plastic, maybe the foam that is shown in the video, 1/16" and 1/8" plywood, or carbon fiber. Here is a clock that I made of wood, aluminum and carbon fiber. The carbon fiber is really tough stuff. kzhead.info/sun/gM2mpc9tsKxrhqs/bejne.html
Maybe one day! But I'd start with 3D printing instead of CNC - small things like noses, Pan/Tilt or other and extend it until printing full airframes/parts to advance in aerodynamics & flight performance
@@AeroStuffFPV Excellent idea.
What is a CNC router?
This UAV reminds me a lot of the IAI Searcher II drone, maybe you should try your hand making a miniature version of this famous UAV.
SO MUCH RESPECT FOR THIS REALLY COOL DUDE!!!
I love that project nice work 👍👍👍
Really enjoyed the build, but a helpful comment....the duct tape will add a TON of weight. Something like a colored straping tape or packing tape will add the rigidity you are looking for while not adding an abundance of weight.
It’s not duct - It’s silver packing tape
@@AeroStuffFPV ahhh. Looked like duct. Never mind then
Congratulations on hitting the algorithm! I suspect you're pulling in the vaugely-tactical hobbyist crowd. I've never made anything like this but I want to now. seems pretty affordable, and not overly complicated. Do you have another build you'd recommend starting with or is this a good one to start with?
Thanks! It really isn’t expensive or complicated- This is my easiest way to build something close to an expensive one regarding capabilities & applications I have other build-videos which are easier to build (V-Tail Pusher) - Or go to Experimental Airlines for just the basic way of building an RC plane
Sweet build!
Good looking aircraft. Thanks for the video.
Great video! I'd like to see an autonomous targeting and preferably a kamikaze function on part 2 with a few kilogram payload if that's possible. :D 😆
Very nice! I've been wanting to build a plane in this configuration for awhile. Might have to copy yours.
Go for it!
amazing project!
Just found my new favorite channel.
A step beyond the single pusher would be a twin tractor, in terms of efficiency, range and weight carrying capacity. you also have other benefits, such as no torque, slipstream effect, P factor, gyroscopic precession, easy to eliminate power/pitch coupling, payload is protected from vibration, still a good view from the front of the aircraft for sensors, better mass distribution, larger disk area, etc. also tractors have less vibration due to clean air going in the prop arc, and have more room in the fuselage, as well as less twisting of the wings by the booms. many many advantages. this looks very well built, and looks great in the air. how are you getting the air to air shots?
Thank You! Totally agreed on the advantages compared to this configuration - I didn't even know they were so many besides noise, vibration torque and carrying capacity. I'm flying a DJI Mini 2 while the aircraft does it's WP-Missions
Twin tractor, you mean two engines on the wing pulling rather than pushing? basically every twin recip Cessna yes? I know twins are safer in case of engine failure, which also means nothing when you run out of batter, but, I'm wondering about efficiency. is that because you have more excess power for the weight? since you are not doubling the servo/controller/infrastructure weight? since you still need the motor and battery 2x. More things to break? what bout the pusher puller concept? single slip stream? you also mentioned that the forward propellor would have better air to bite into, but, then the wings have bumpier air.. I didn't know there was a benefit there.. in that case, it would be better to have 2 pushers on each wing and get the best of both worlds no? like a jet engine would. Thoughts???
@@gjsxnobody7534 more disk area means less pressure difference for a given amount of thrust. efficiency is improved. yes, you are correct about the definition of twin tractor. yes, there is some disturbance of the airflow over the wing, but it is almost all straight by the time that the air reaches the wing if the nacelle is long enough, as they usually are. in the case of an inline twin, the air is accelerated twice in the same stream, which decreases efficiency, when compared to a twin tractor. it is good for very high speed aircraft, and still flies well with one engine out, in the case of fuel powered manned aircraft, but not very great for long distance flying, with the rare exception of Voyager. This worked because of the very long distance between the tractor, and pusher, and also that the pusher was shut down partway into the flight, and prop feathered. prop on back of wing Trailing edge would cause intense vibration due to pressure differential of the wing hitting the prop arc. it has been tried, and can work, but not desirable in most cases, and not that efficient. it is undesirable for the accelerated air from the props to hit anything that is not necessary, with the exception of the wing. yes, there is some bad airflow, and some loss, but there are several benefits. most of the aero drag from the accelerated air hitting the wing is recuperated in lift. the increase in lift allows the aircraft to fly slower, reducing overall drag. and mounting the motors to nacelles on the leading edge of the wing, right to the main spar saves structural mass compared to mounting them literally anywehre else. it also allows for 2, 4, 6, etc. motor configurations, and reduces takeoff distance significantly, as well as lift at any high power setting. it is counter intuitive that more motors and props is more efficient, not less. and that is only true if the motors/props are efficient themselves, and do not have a. large aerodynamic penalty in drag from each nacelle. more motors will make a draggy, inefficient design worse, but will make a good one better. make sense? don't take my word for it. look up distributed electric propulsion. most configurations use a blown wing, although there are other possibilities.
@@FPVREVIEWS that's cool. yeah.. I actually have an AE degree believe it or not.. plus about 10,000TT, just haven't used it once since I graduated. and don't think about it while I'm remembering V1 cuts. I'm also surprised that this rudimentary wing shape, is quite boxy, and still generates decent lift. obviously it works. I wonder how much more efficient it would be if it wasn't a box and not boxy leading edge. It it's only a 10% improvement, then probably not worth it. Secondly, I'm surprised this kid can get 1hr ++ of loitering time. that's awesome. 3rd, how would he do long distance? what kind of cell tower service would he user for that?
You have a good eye for design. Nice job all around.
Thank you! Cheers!😎
This is exactly what I’ve wanted to do for a long time
Great video, thanks for sharing. How do you launch something like this without loosing fingers or a hand? Can you put up a launch video as well?
Launching it (with a 14x4.7) is the closest call without hitting fingers - Side/Swing launch is optional But I’m replacing the 14” with a 12x6 for better efficiency and less risk of a prop strike
Excellent job, and very interesting! One point I may have missed. How did the outer wings were attached to the inner wings? I am assuming you used the square aluminum for a spar and support for the outer wings. Please correct me if I'm wrong. Thank you for your efforts.
Thanks man! Great you've discovered the part I left out - The spar (aluminium 1000x10x10) is put through the middle wing and the side-wings are connected with that spar as well - To secure them in place, I simply put tape between the two wing-edges.
@@AeroStuffFPV, Thank your for the nice tutotrial! 1. Is it possible to use carbon square as booms? 2. Is it possible to use carbon square to connect outter wings too? 3. How cruical weight distribution? 4. Should I put plastic card under the tape in the middle wing? Thank you in advance!
Great build, and a great video, you know!
You made that look trivial. Nice.
Really cool man, thanks for making these. Its inspiring. Is prop noise a significant factor for you? I'm pretty new to all this and my understanding is that tractor is quietest because cleaner airflow hitting the prop. Have you found that to be true in practice? If that is the case, would middle prop be the loudest?
Thanks man! You're right. Tractors are the most quit of all other configurations because like you said, there is no turbulent 'wash' coming for the prop. This is very noticeable with my FPV Planes as the tractors are very quiet (you can see them fly-by on my channel after Long-Range FPV moments with cetrain models), compared to the pushers like my V-Tail builds or a Flying Wing design featured on my channel (which is the loudest FPV platform I ever built) - You literally could hear it buzz at over 800m away at +300ft up... With this particular design, the propeller isn't that close to the trailing edge of the middle wing so the noise isn't that loud - But the characteristic pusher noise is always present. This also depends on the type of propellers (slowfly, carbon or direct-drive props)
WOW This is incredible, I love this shape for planes! I tried making something similar but made the mistake of using wood for the frame and eyeballing the 90º angles, the poor thing couldn't stay level for more than 10 or so meters. Perhaps I'll ~~get inspiration from~~ (completely copy) your design this summer. Thanks a lot for posting this!
Quick follow up question, if I may, how did you join the outer wing sections to the inner one? If I somehow missed it in the video let me know, but I can't find it. Thanks in advance!
Thanks, good luck! In the next video, I’m showing you the setup - I join the wings together with the spar and tape the edges so they won’t slide out
That thing looks sick, once I get some serious free time I gotta work on something myself
Thanks man!
Great engineering!!! I was just wondering how did you manage to land it? Thanks
Thanks! It’s a belly-lander (just lands on the reinforced fuselage - The propeller doesn’t break off because the ESC has a ‘brake’ which stops the propeller from spinning by the wind
Really cool design, I'm a huge fan of these types of projects on KZhead and I'm thinking of starting my first of my own. Can anybody recommend a video talking about all the required electronics?
Awesome! Thank you 🙏
wow , you got lots on views on this one. Keep it up.great video, this monster prop is awsome!
I'm curious on your prop size, spar size (length and width), and how you attached your spar/wings. I've created a similar plane, but mine doesn't fly nearly as good as yours. Thanks and great work!
I second this question. I'm doing my first removable wing build but am having trouble getting them to line up an secure them in place with too much over engineering which adds too much weight.
That's the part I accidentally left out (but is mentioned in the flight video) The spar (aluminium 1000x10x10) is put through the middle wing and the side-wings are connected with that spar as well - To secure them in place, I simply put tape between the two wing-edges and that' all it needs. Note that the spar is square so that the outer-wings can't rotate by any force of ailerons or wind, which is more likely with a round spar
14x4.7 Propeller
@@AeroStuffFPV could you link that prop because I can't find a 14*4.7 prop anywhere
@@droomdronen731Hobbyking or AliExpress! Just search for “14 inch propeller” or 14x4.7 If you can’t find it, other props (dependable on your motor) will also work. I now have a 12x6 which is more efficient than the thick 14-inch carbon SlowFly
This flight is also really good! How about attaching landing gear to an airplane?
It’s possible but it’s fine with landing on the fuselage landing gear would add weight and drag which reduces efficiency and flight times
You are smart. Made me watch 16 of your videos to see how to hook the wings on.
Great stuff man
Beutiful build and flight. Great instruction. What are you using for the air to air videos? Mavic?
Thanks man! Using a Mini 2
You have some amazing air-to-air videography, what are you using for that?
Thanks man, DJI Mini 2!
Nice plane. I am really excited for the solar plane!!
I really liked the video, good job! You're getting to Million Subs in no time.
An absolutely smashing aircraft. I wanted to pursue something similar myself but once the UK locked down flight rules for aircraft like this I abandoned the idea. Still, thoroughly enjoyed watching your craft take flight. Thank you.
Brilliant video and awesome flying plane! I wonder what you used to film your aircraft in flight? That is some great flying footage! The aircraft felt much larger in the flight video. I am surprised that it is so compact!
Thanks! It’s 1.6m in wingspan but can be customized to fit larger outer-wings to increase the wingspan I flew a DJI Mini 2 while the plane did WP Missions.
ok thats sick.. i dig your airframe
really nice, enjoyed this video.
Great videos. Can you create a video for beginners? I am trying to build my son's first FPV plane. We do not have any experience with FPV. So links on what to buy and how to setup would be great. Also, he wants to see Video too.. you know trying to get him off the video games and into real life. Thanks
I’ll get to that - Stay tuned
This looks like a skyhunter, nice plane. What battery do you use?
Many Thanks! It’s a 4S 5000mAh
Really awesome project and share, thanks a lot 🙏
Just brilliant
Always wondered if it's legal or so to make one of these capable of flying across a state and using something like cellular transmitting to control it Like if you had a whole bunch of solar panels on the wings, decent batteries, and efficient motors it could stay in the air for countless hours, especially if you ride thermals to get lift
It's not. The laws are complete bullshit though so who gives a shit.
Gorgeous plane! Are plans available?
Thanks! No plans man.
What a great build 👍
Brilliant again my friend it looks amazing. My third plane will be a carbon copy of yours keep going brilliant work and thanks ever so much. Pj
a really nice build, but I personally think that the structure would be sturdier if you used 5 or 10 min 2part epoxt to glue down the most structural part, like the booms, and the motor, elseway, thanks a lot to share the project, it makes me want to make one myself
Maybe, but it really doesn't matter. hot glue is plenty strong enough. I've built and crashed dozens of planes like this, and usually the foam rips and tears long before the hot glue fails. epoxy would give you a slight weight advantage, but the savings would be negligible on a craft with such a massive carrying capacity. epoxy just complicates the build due to its cost, cure time, workable time after mixing, and clean up.
Looks really good. Well done. Question.....how do you land it without breaking or damaging the propeller?
Thanks! ESC has a brake function to stop the propeller from ‘windmilling’ and reduce the risk of a broken/damaged prop
I'm nostalgic now, I heard the music from a very old Ramy RC video. Thanks for the interesting video!
In case you're wondering, the song is "Neon Underworld" by Punch Deck
999x “You know”😂
Congratulations, this is really cool, unfortunately not allowed in Germany. The Pilot must be always able to see his plane 😭 Also, pure FPV is for the Pilot not allowed 😢
USA has so many restrictions as well. Can only fly up to 400 feet, must always see aircraft, no flying in or above clouds, etc.
Nice job!
Mooie build, subbed!
Just take care of your hands on launch... I've seen some chewed up fingers from those props.
That’s one of the reasons I’m replacing the 14x4.7 with a 12x6
Russia be taking notes for real
As Russian, who is not supporting the war, but interesting in fpv long range planes, I'm in taking notes
Гы гы гы😊
Not only Russia, dutchie here! Trying to design and build a stealth drone with a 100-300km range and a 100kg payload bay is a pretty big task…
@@CodenameCat-go4xnStealth? Please do tell us more :D
@@v0id683 aluminum spars at angles to deflect radar signatures, engine cowls to reduce any radar signatures that could be picked up from the engines, low reflectivity materials such as fiberglass, carbon fibre, high density foam. Oh and don’t forget the blended wing body which increases its range!
Excellent Work, Thank you for Sharing !
Many thanks!
Awesome work Nathan!
Many Thanks!
The ukrainian military will apreciate your invention
he didnt invent anything they havent already been building in sheds for months.
Yes let’s support a neonazi regime!
Good one
Can we not make it military for once?
@@herbertromanski9045 you will have to talk to putin if you want that,buuuut im pretty sure he wouldn't do that.
Very informative. May I suggest a beginner airplane with detailed diagrams and parts etc. Also maybe a video on support products you use like inav etc. I'd like to build something
Stoked I found your channel
really nice done!!!
great video man