Olly P

Reference weapons on drones - surely for a firearm, the biggest issue is going to be the recoil?

I managed to spend some time last night seting this up (in the kitchen, so it'll have to move tonight). Printed a little stress test to see what the capabilities are and fine tune. next I need to print some upgrade parts for the printer itself as I think it could be a lot better with some minor tweeks and bits, then models and parts for them here we come! I might even use this as the bass to make a bigger printer as I'd love a larger print envelope.

I now have a 3D printer on it's way. Second hand and a bargain. Anyone really interested in 3D printing as it stands and the pitential future should read *3D printing: The next Industrial Revolution, second edition"

Any chance of a pic? Could it be a torq key? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_screw_drives Olly

Andy - I've used a variety of CAD programs, and love Solidworks, but can't afford the pricetag!

Posted by Olly P on 18/06/2013 09:43:10: OK, resurrecting an old thread, but this place reckons they can make them for $297 US. I know they are only at kickstarter at the moment, but very, very tempting, resolution of 0.2mm, that is pretty good - how easy would it be to print a detailed scale pilot?? Maybe once they are into production 'properly' I will invest..... LINK to kickstarter page Edited By Olly P on 18/06/2013 09:43:36 I'm Quoting myself here, but thought I would let people know that this KS project has not delivered, and a large number of backers are looking for there money back. I nearly invested, and am quite glad I held back.

Andy - you mention 3D printing some of the parts - is this a machine you have at home or one you have access to elsewhere? I'm looking at investing in a printer when/if my bonus comes through this year, any suggestions around the £400 mark? Olly

Thanks Pete. Did you draw this up using CAD at all? If so can I be cheeky and ask for a copy of the file to turn it into a 3D printable version? I'm looking at spliting it down into sections that can be 3D printed on most 3D printers and haveing simple 'pin and socket' glue joints where needed. If not then I'll draw it up, but in the interest of saving time having the base file would be very useful. This is still going to be a 'slow burn' project, as I need to purchase a 3D printer yet, but would be nice to get somewhere with it. Obviously I'll not re-sell or use the cad for any commercial purpose, and send you the adapted file back for your control.

ED - Freecycle tends to only get those interested and who will turn up responding. never had a no-show. I don't think they mind for the boats - they are up in the garage roof space. one of my old boats went to a friends son when he wanted to try it. The gear? my dad uses it!

Erf - fro things like body-boards and kayaks, stick them up on freecycle for collection. someone will be able to use them and it beats them being thrown away. All my kayaks and gear are at my parents, haven't touched it in ages.

John - Depends on many variables, how you print it, (grain direction in effect) temperature, cooling period, layer thickness, all sorts. Not even sure on weight. I have been casting my eye around looking for a nice design to try it out on, and while you can purchase pre-done 3D printing plans for Spitfires etc, I really fancied trying something of my own. I think I will end up making 2 of these at least - one trad-build, and 1 3D print, but they may not be ready at the same time, and as I say a slow burn on both!

Thanks guys, nice to know I'm not alone in my little chamber of insanity! As I say will be a slow build as need to do some sorting out first. Managed to sell some stuff last night, so first bit done and 3D printer part funded! If I can sell the rest for what I want for it then the 3D printer will be fully funded.

Just one comment for today - I am hoping to get myself a 3D printer later on this year, dependant upon funds and getting the shed squared away. This looks like it might be a nice model to 3D print, in sections. I might just have to have a go at drawing up and seeing how it could be done in the print envelope of the machine I am looking at....

I used to take part in a hobby which was hit very hard by legislation, hidden within another act. We had warning it was coming via some of our friends who also took part, and we managed to create a legal defence. This required a formal 'registration' to allow us to purchase equipment. I set up the first version of the scheme and then handed it onto others. It has only made it more difficult for those who follow the law, not those who would break it or be unaware of it anyway, while there is a significant impact on the retailers for that hobby, as they have to check for registration before sale, and thus anyone above board will be guided down the right track, it has not stopped those it aimed to prevent. If anything it has made some of the problem worse with market stall/car boot dealers etc. I think a BMFA led awareness scheme, with support from responsible retailers - and I don't mean traditional modelling outlets, is likely to achieve more. Staples even sell RTF ROV quadcopters (not drones) now, this is the type of sale that will go to those who don't know the rules.

Covering - BRC - Solar film, £5.95/roll, I think 2 rolls will be the max for this one - £11.90 Solar trim - I think 2 colours will be preferred here, so 2 rolls, at £4.50 a reoll - £9. Obviously shipping is on top, but I have not worked it out as I probably won't need everything listed - I think I have some 1/4" sq for example. I have excluded glues, tools, tapes and things used in construction as these will not be single use items. There will now be an extended pause while I get the shed usable, figure out what I already have and get the missing bits ordered.

Next then, covering and sundries: Sundry part first: Control horns - BRC, 5 pack £0.95. only 2 needed but worth having some extras. Snakes, outers and fixings - Pushrod and 'output' end accessories - BRC £1.75 each, 2 needed, £3.50 total. 'input' end parts - 2mm threaded rod and clevis - £1.50 each, 2 needed, £3 total. Covering to follow

Think that is enough for tonight - off to bed.

Balsa: I have worked through the plan and come up with a list of wood needed. I think I have covered everything, but if I have missed something, someone will shout out I'm sure. I'm going to try a table for this one, all prices are from SLEC, all sheets are 3" by 36" and all strips are 36", the others are as noted. Description Hardness Qty Cost Ea Line Cost 1/4 Sheet Medium 9 £ 1.67 £ 15.03 1/4 sq strip 6 £ 0.32 £ 1.92 1/8 sheet Medium 5 £ 1.25 £ 6.25 1/8 sheet hard 3 £ 1.25 £ 3.75 1/8 liteply small 12" Sq 1 £ 1.09 £ 1.09 1/8 Sq LE 2 £ 0.23 £ 0.46 Nose block 1 1/2" x 36" 1 £ 5.47 £ 5.47 1/16 sheet medium 1 £ 0.95 £ 0.95 Total £ 34.92 same caveats as above apply

OK, now I have got the little one to bed, The cost will break down into 3 main areas as I see it. I will be able to do a large proportion of the model from stock (I hope!). However in the interests of completeness I will do a complete purchasing list and make a note of anything extra I use, and knock off things I don't. I will warn you all though, this is going to be a very slow build. I need to finish sorting the shed out first. The components as I see it split into 3 main areas: Wood Covering and sundry hardware Electronics I'm going to start with the last first, Electronics wise you need the power train, the Rx, a battery and 2 servos. Power train: I have found the required bits on BRC Hobbies: a 1500kV out runner in the 2812 form, and a matching ESC - rated at 20A. £14.80 The Rx - I'm going to leave this alone as everyone will have personal favorites and need to match the Tx. Battery - Most Electric Fliers will have batteries in the popular 3S 2200mA configuration, I certainly do; but just in case BRC do a reasonable one here for £9.90 Finally you will need a propeller to suit the motor, the recommended one from the plan is a 7x5, a pusher can be found here at BRC, for £2.75 Nearly Forgot - connectors for the ESC/Motor (£3.95) and for the ESC battery leads(£2.50). again both examples are BRC. You will also want some heat shrink tube, but that is easy enough to find. Servos - 2 servos are needed for this model, And I wil use some of my stock. If I had to buy however I would be tempted by these at £4.95 each. NOTE none of the pricing is a recommendation about suitability or the supplier. I am just showing people where I am looking and keeping track for my own purposes, there may be cheaper sources, and you should always assess suitability for yourself, not assume it is right because 'some bloke on-line said so' Next I'll try and work out what wood is needed..... Edited By Olly P on 09/02/2016 22:08:24

Hi all, The mag arrived the other day and while keeping an eye on my 2 year old, I had a quick flick through, and he sat on the sofa next too me. "what you doing?" "I'm looking at my new magazine" I then turned to the page with the view of the Vector: "Want that aeroplane, whoosh!" The long and short of it is, despite not wanting any more projects this year, it looks like I've got one. I'm going to use the thread as a way of making and sharing notes and thoughts as I build. Contributions welcome. Part 1 then - pricing up....

Cheers all. Anyone in the area who fancies meeting up for a fly PM me.... Olly

BEB beat me to it! Photos will really help, but the obvious answer is wing bolts - but we don't know what sizes to recommend if we don't know what sizes it is. Olly

Morning All, Last night SWMBO and I booked an extra weeks holiday in May. We are off to the north Devon Coast for a week. Does anyone know of any good flying sites in the Ilfracomb area for soaring? I've been told I can take 1 small aircraft, and there looks like some excellent cliffs to fly off. thanks all

Posted by Olly P on 22/01/2016 12:09:52: Flight: Call the Ball P51: Roger P51: ah, mist that a bit....

Flight: Call the Ball P51: Roger P51: ah, misjudged that a bit....