Frankenquad

A project to build a basic quadcopter from the cheapest parts I can find.

Jordan

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Current Stage: Transition to new frame
Jordan • 07/10/2014 at 22:48 • 0 comments

I designed and printed a frame to perfectly fit the two boards. Transition will happen tonight.