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Designing Purpose-Built Drones for Ardupilot Pixhawk 2.1
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Designing Purpose-Built Drones for Ardupilot Pixhawk 2.1

by Ty Audronis
December 2017
Intermediate to advanced
272 pages
6h 45m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

Discover the practical techniques to design and create custom drones using Ardupilot Pixhawk 2.1. This book offers detailed instructions and expert insights into building drones from the ground up.

What this Book will help me do

  • Understand how to assemble and program drones using the Ardupilot system.
  • Utilize the Pixhawk system to build drones tailored to specific missions.
  • Learn to integrate sensors and technologies into your drone designs.
  • Focus on creating UAVs optimized for diverse applications, such as aerial photography.
  • Gain insights into testing and refining your drone systems effectively.

Author(s)

Ty Audronis has been crafting innovative drone solutions for years and brings a wealth of experience in UAV design and development. With a focus on practical application and technical precision, Ty guides readers through the intricacies of drone construction and customization. His approachable teaching method makes complex technology accessible and engaging.

Who is it for?

This book is designed for enthusiasts and hobbyists aiming to create their own drones, as well as for professionals venturing into commercial UAV development. Ideal for readers with foundational knowledge of microcontrollers and electronics who want to advance their skills in practical drone design and programming.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781786469168Other