10Bit weekly Drone/UAV/Quad Copter meetup discussion

[Chris Hardee]

So Sean and I have been getting into the RC hobby after both building quads at the space. We're considering have a formal meetup every Sunday at 10Bit to build, discuss, and go out and fly.

Just brainstorming here, but as for things we could do I'm thinking of holding classes and workshops as we learn more and share resources. 

Workshops would include:
Building your first Quad for FPV flying

Repair/Rebuild day

Intro to Arial Photography

etc

If you're not familiar with FPV flying and what you can do with a very simple set up check out this video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PxKyR4SiGU

I know we have a few Alamo FPV'ers on the list like James V and probably a few others that are into the hobby. Who all is into the hobby and would like to join up or would like to get into it? Sound off if you're interested :)

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10BitWorks

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[James Vaello]

All,

I am very much into the hobby as you guys know. I was recently promoted to Vice President of the National Racing League, www.MulitGP.com. Sunday is our race day or I would say that we would be interested in that day. If anyone is interested in coming out to watch the shenanigans, we arrive at 100 Jackson Keller about 11am any given Sunday and stay through about 4pm. There is shade and I usually have refreshing cold beverages. 

Currently, it seems that there is a need for another Tech Night at the space. I was hoping to use the space on a Thursday night in the near future. My racers aren't afraid of putting tips in the jar.

It's ironic that you posted a Flite Test video. We just got finished with Video Frequency/Race management at their big event, Flite Fest. It was a great success and we learned a lot from it as an organization.

James

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[Joseph Lopez]

This all sounds awesome!

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[Les Hall]

Another 10bit activity that I wish I could attend.  I'm losing weight and sticking to my diet and even exercising a bit so we'll see...

Les

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[cha...@thefnf.org]

On 2015-07-19 22:08, 10BitWorks on behalf of Christopher Hardee wrote:
> So Sean and I have been getting into the RC hobby after both building
> quads at the space. We're considering have a formal meetup every
> Sunday at 10Bit to build, discuss, and go out and fly.

Awesome. I've been doing quite a bit with (very) high altitude platforms
recently. Including a 100% open source auto tracking system that
integrates with the satnogs.org platform.

Unfortunately my Sundays are fully booked. :( Any chance it could be on
Saturday? :)

>
> Just brainstorming here, but as for things we could do I'm thinking of
> holding classes and workshops as we learn more and share resources. 
>
> Workshops would include:
> Building your first Quad for FPV flying
> Repair/Rebuild day
> Intro to Arial Photography
> etc

Awesome. All good stuff.

I'm mostly interested in the comms/tracking aspect, auto tracking,
longer distance flying (non line of sight) etc. Of course optimizing
payload is always of great interest.

Have you guys done things like launch drones from airplanes/balloons (or
launched from balloons launched from planes/gliders)? What about high
altitude model rocketry?

[Don Smeller]

Chris,

There are 4 guys at Lancer where Ray Good and Don Smeller and Bob Robinson work, who are into quadcopters.

James Martinez -  -  james.m...@lancercorp.com

Ben Saucier -  -  -  - ben.s...@lancercorp.com

Sam Escamilla -  -  -sam.es...@lancercorp.com

George Hernandez -GHer...@lancercorp.com

I forwarded your e-mail to them.  At least two have already replied that Sunday works for them.

Please include them in this thread.

Don S

On Jul 20, 2015, at 6:42 AM, 10BitWorks on behalf of James Vaello <sa-hack...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

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[Joseph Lopez]

Congrats!

I have been working out and dieting as well.  Was 305, then 285, now 275 and gaining muscle....

It's a day in day out thing.  Glad to hear you are doing better!

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[Shane]

Hi all, I am new here and would be quite interested in any multicopter meetings or meet-ups in the San Antonio area.

[Chris Hardee]

Hey Shane! We're planning on meeting up this Sunday at 10bitworks (1pm-ish usually) and likely go flying afterwards :)

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[Shane]

Superb! It's my first time, what is the address for 10bitworks? Also, I'm having a rough time with PID settings would it be possible to bug someone for a little guidance on getting them right?

On Friday, August 14, 2015 at 1:30:12 PM UTC-5, Christopher Hardee wrote:

Hey Shane! We're planning on meeting up this Sunday at 10bitworks (1pm-ish usually) and likely go flying afterwards :)

[Chris Hardee]

The address is 1020 Roosevelt, more details here:

http://www.10bitworks.com/location/

I haven't had to adjust PID settings but I believe Sean Kelly, another drone person who will be there, has. 

On Fri, Aug 14, 2015 at 2:07 PM, Shane via 10BitWorks <sa-hackerspace+APn2wQcGZ_dqZzJsr...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

Superb! It's my first time, what is the address for 10bitworks? Also, I'm having a rough time with PID settings would it be possible to bug someone for a little guidance on getting them right?

On Friday, August 14, 2015 at 1:30:12 PM UTC-5, Christopher Hardee wrote:

Hey Shane! We're planning on meeting up this Sunday at 10bitworks (1pm-ish usually) and likely go flying afterwards :)

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[Shane]

Great! Thank you, see you then :)

On Friday, August 14, 2015 at 2:10:26 PM UTC-5, Christopher Hardee wrote:

The address is 1020 Roosevelt, more details here:

http://www.10bitworks.com/location/

I haven't had to adjust PID settings but I believe Sean Kelly, another drone person who will be there, has. 

On Fri, Aug 14, 2015 at 2:07 PM, Shane via 10BitWorks <sa-hackerspace+APn2wQcGZ_dqZzJsrMBbfx_u53jltcuG3tBQaNBCoE-nC1wgy@googlegroups.com> wrote:

Superb! It's my first time, what is the address for 10bitworks? Also, I'm having a rough time with PID settings would it be possible to bug someone for a little guidance on getting them right?

On Friday, August 14, 2015 at 1:30:12 PM UTC-5, Christopher Hardee wrote:

Hey Shane! We're planning on meeting up this Sunday at 10bitworks (1pm-ish usually) and likely go flying afterwards :)

[cha...@thefnf.org]

I'm also planning to attend.

[Ken Runner]

I'm definitely interested

[Shane]

Hey all, is Sunday still on? 9am?

This gif reminded me of last Sunday,

http://gfycat.com/SlowDeliciousBlackrhino

On Sunday, July 19, 2015 at 10:08:05 PM UTC-5, Christopher Hardee wrote: