Difference between revisions of "Dynamic Motor and Prop Balancer"

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=== Make Parts ===
 
=== Make Parts ===

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© Mark Qvale - November, 2017

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  A new tool!

Introduction

This project was actually done some years ago by some great posters on RCGroups and DoItYourselfDrones. You can read the original threads at these two links:


Basically, this is a dynamic balancer for motors and props that can be built for under $50. In the original write-ups there are two versions of the control board and firmware but this build only covers the version that uses the Teensy micro-controller.

Parts

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Make Parts

  • Photo Sensor Mount
  • Cushion Bases
  • Balance Platform
  • Motor Mount Plate
  • Teensy Control Board



12D Bases.jpg



12D Platform.jpg



Balance Platform.jpg



Wiring

Balance Wiring.jpg



Control Board.jpg