All plastic parts to assemble the frame of the quadcopter were modeled in 3D using the software OpenSCAD. I also created a repository where I put the source code files for use with OpenSCAD and the STL (Stereolithography File) files to use for those who want to print the parts in a 3D printer. I also discovered a site that prints the parts from the STL files for a reasonable price! The list of parts with the dimensions can be found at the site Shapeways, if you search for "mobileapes". Alternatively, the list of parts can be found in this pdf file. The material selected to make the parts is the "white strong & flexible" nylon , which is the cheapest. Those who prefer may choose the "black strong & flexible" nylon, once the carbon tube is black, but this option is more expensive.
Interesting project, but there are already solutions to what you propose to do. Take a look at these sites:
ReplyDeletehttp://ardrone.parrot.com/parrot-ar-drone/en/
http://cybertechuav.com.au/-Overview, 85-.html
http://www.ankurkhetrapal.com/projects/qruav.htm
http://pdv.cs.tu-berlin.de/lfafr/images/quadrotor.jpg
Your solution to the landing gear seems very complicated and fragile. Why not use a simpler solution like this:
http://www.hobbyzone.com/images/stock/DUB154.jpg
http://www.rcplanet.com/v/vspfiles/photo/EFL2731-2T.jpg
Good luck with your project!