DIY Drone for Programmed Flight

Project Overview

Our project began with the goal of developing a programmable drone that operates autonomously, following pre-planned paths with the ability to execute custom commands. We’ve integrated a Raspberry Pi Zero with a SpeedyBee F405 V3 Flight Controller, creating a flexible and scalable platform for various applications, from educational purposes to research on drone behavior.

We aim to make drone programming accessible to all by using open-source tools and Python to control the drone's behavior. Our design focuses on safety, stability, and performance while being cost-effective and easy to assemble.

Key Features

• Autonomous Flight: Program custom flight paths and behaviors for the drone using Python scripts.

• Modular Design: Expandable platform for adding sensors and more.

• Low-Cost: Under $500 to keep it affordable for students and hobbyists.

• Educational Value: A hands-on way to learn about drones, embedded systems, and robotics.

• Customizability: Ideal for research, development, and experimentation.
  
  

Why Choose Our DIY Drone?

• Affordable: Build your own drone for a fraction of the cost of commercial drones.

• Educational: Perfect for learning about robotics, embedded systems, and autonomous flight.

• Customizable: Easily add new features and sensors for further exploration.

• Safe: Designed with safety features such as emergency stop and collision detection.
  
  

Get Involved

Interested in building your own drone or collaborating with us? Explore our resources, follow along with our progress, and feel free to contact us if you have any questions or want to get involved in the project.