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updates

aaron — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:56:44 +0000

Adding new functionality and figuring out how to update my site.

See the page->To do:

Theme Customization

It was a pain to get rid of some of the footer information but I figured it out using child themes and custom php code…. they definitely don’t advertise how to do it.

Page specific CSS

I figured out how to add custom css per page after running into problems with importing things from my old website. Some issues with some of the css sliders I had made used similar tags to some of the elements of the theme, so even if I were to add a custom css file across the whole site it would cause problems. There are several ways to code style sheets specific to each page or post but I found it to be a pain within wordpress without installing a plugin (wp-add-custom-css) while still maintaining the best things about wordpress.

Sliders

I have installed several plugins for sliders:

HugeIT, Slider WD, MetaSlider, and Easy FullScreen Slider

Timelines

I have made a horizontal timeline that has posts by date.

http://aaronsworld.com/timeline/timeline/

But I don’t like that it doesn’t show shortcode content just the short codes which looks horrible.

GuestBook

aaron — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 03:53:29 +0000

Submit a form.

VPN using a raspberrypi

aaron — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 15:24:47 +0000

Arduino -sensors for the blind

aaron — Sun, 18 Jun 2017 23:57:08 +0000

‘Pooper-scooper’ drone clean up dog poo before you step in it

aaron — Thu, 30 Mar 2017 22:26:40 +0000

A Dutch startup has unveiled its weapon against dog poo in the Netherlands – drones. An aerial drone locates the feces with thermal technology and a ground robot scoops it up.

Source: ‘Pooper-scooper’ drone clean up dog poo before you step in it

Birthday wishlist

aaron — Mon, 27 Mar 2017 04:00:17 +0000

Lately I have been using Alexa lists because they are hands free and easy to add to and change for everyrhing to groceries to woshlists, however they seem to be a bit of a pain when everything defaults to my shopping list. and moving items from list to kist is still imposssible…. but still it is one of my favorite ways to go because it doesnt requillre opening a specific progrma or page and finding the list….

3DR Solo

Magnetic cell phone charger
https://www.kwikcharger.com/products/copy-of-kwik-magnus-cable-2-1?utm_source=googleshopping&utm_medium=cse&gclid=Cj0KEQjwzd3GBRDks7SYuNHi3JEBEiQAIm6EIzQKIoFNq-v4y_ZRtdWTZu1lUnr9-9vopz25lIAEsBgaAmDd8P8HAQ

Stuff for amazon echo
Switches and light bulbs…

Roof rack for truck

Falconry stuff is always good
Good book on goshawks..

Raptor Nest Surveys

aaron — Sun, 26 Mar 2017 17:35:08 +0000

[masterslider id=”6″]

This is the only file you need (opens in Google Earth)
– – -> Google Earth file (.kmz)< – – –

Intro

I put together this information after spending some time lost in the woods, trying to figure out where I was from topo maps or verbal directions. Many times when I came home I realized I was one valley or ridge over from where I needed to be. Some sites had been cut, others built up, and some haven’t had birds for decades. However, using historical nesting sites is a great place to start a search.

I have personally used this data to put a single waypoint in my GPS, hike there, play a call, get a response, and find an active nest in the cascades from a previous record from 1994 (18 years prior). To me, that is amazing!!! They have since nested there in 2012, 2013,and 2014. I hope to see them again for a 4th consecutive year. Another nest 30 miles to the east has been occupied in 2014 and is active again (2015) with a previous record of 1994 also; there must have been some people looking in the 90’s Of course, I have also found a bunch of old nests. But in the seemingly endless country out on the Olympic Peninsula, an old nest feels like a win to me! Using GE imagery you can scout out whether the forest has been cut or if there has been a forest fire like in the Swakane canyon before driving. Historical imagery is available on some maps to compare forest structure over decades. You can also use the data to plot your track over actual terrain using elevation data and print the map out to have a hard copy. There are not a lot of people looking anymore but for those that are I hope this information is helpful and offers a road to collaborate. I would love to hear your adventures or updates!

If you would like to share this page with another person please ask and/or inform Dan or I, Thank you. It helps to know who has access and where people are planning on searching so others don’t go to the same spot and waste time, and to share information. Last year it worked well. I will post updated information and pictures about active nests reported to me in 2014 and update the google earth file for you guys. I also need some updates from people about NE Wa nests. I would be happy to keep some locations private if needed.

Watch Intro Video

Play .WMV instead of Youtube

This video is rough and shows some of the earlier data but it is enough to get the general idea. I plan on updating it at some point. And to show how you can batch import files from a spreadsheet to GE.

Maps

The Google Earth File is really the best way to view the data! However, I have included some embeded maps below so you can view a section of the data on your cellphone or on a computer without Google Earth installed. If you have a slow internet connection it may take some time to download… let me know if it crashes your browser (I can link to external pages instead).

You can even see a timelapse “show” of the spots by double clicking on the “by year” folder and pressing play in the top left.

Google Earth Plugin

Fullscreen window

TimeSlider:

-Drag the right toggle to see specific Date;

-Drag the left toggle to see a range of dates .

(i.e. since the beginning, 5 years apart, etc.)

***To see all sites/dates at once:***

-drag the two toggles as far to the left and right as possible.

Keyboard navigation

Command	Windows/Linux Keystroke(s)	Result
Move left	Left arrow	Moves the viewer in the direction of the arrow.
Move right	Right arrow	Moves the viewer in the direction of the arrow.
Move up	Up arrow	Moves the viewer in the direction of the arrow.
Move down	Down arrow	Moves the viewer in the direction of the arrow.
Rotate clockwise	Shift + left arrow	Rotates the view clockwise. The earth spins counter-clockwise.
Rotate counter-clockwise	Shift + right arrow	Rotates the view counter-clockwise.
Show/hide Overview window	CTRL + M	Displays or closes overview window.
Tilt up	Shift + left mouse button + drag down, Shift + down arrow	Tilts the viewer toward “horizon” view.
Tilt down	Shift + left mouse button + drag up, Shift + up arrow	Tilts the viewer toward “top-down” view.
Look	CTRL + left mouse button + drag	Perspective points in another direction, as if you are turning your head up, down, left or right.
Zoom in	Scroll wheel, + key, PgUp key	Zooms the viewer in. Tip: to use the ‘Page Up’ key, make sure ‘Num Lock’ on your keyboard is off.
Zoom out	Scroll wheel, – key (both keyboard and numpad), PgDn key	Zooms the viewer out. Tip: to use the ‘Page Down’ key, make sure ‘Num Lock’ on your keyboard is off.
Zoom + automatic tilt	Right mouse button + drag up or down	Zooms the viewer in and automatically tilts your view as you approach ground level.
Stop current motion	Spacebar	When the viewer is in motion, stops movement
Reset view to “north – up”	n	Rotates view so that view is ‘n‘orth-up.
Reset tilt to “top-down” view	u	Resets angle to view scene in “top-down” or “‘u‘p” mode.
Reset tilt and compass view to default	r	‘R‘esets angle to view “top-down” and rotates to “north-up” view. Use this feature to orient the earth in the center of the viewer.

Tip – Use the ALT key in combination with most of these keystrokes to move more slowly in the indicated direction.

This Google Earth plugin only seems to work with Firefox or Chrome. After installing I think you need to restart the browser in order for it to be loaded. Do it, it is worth it.

If you only have Internet Explorer I would suggest broadening your horizons or downloading Google Earth and using the .kmz file.

You can try using IE and enable compatibility by going to -> Tools-> Compatibility view settings-> Add-> Close.However this screws up all of the nifty collapsing lists I have going on here…

Google Maps

View Alll Goshawks in a larger mapGoogle Maps only shows some waypoints at a time…

specific areas

W Cascades

[map style=” position: relative; top: 30px; left: 0px; width: 1200px; height:800px; margin:20px 0px 20px 0px; border: 1px solid black;” lat=”46.31″ lon=”-121.81″ kml=”http://aaronsworld.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/GoshawksWCascades.kml” mtoggle=”yes” marker=”yes” z=”9″]
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E Cascades

[map style=” position: relative; top: 30px; left: 0px; width: 1200px; height:800px; margin:20px 0px 20px 0px; border: 1px solid black;” lat=”47.41″ lon=”-120.61″ kml=”http://aaronsworld.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/GoshawksECascades.kml” mtoggle=”yes” marker=”yes” z=”9″]
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Olympics

Olympics Historical

[map style=”position: relative; top: 30px; left: -60px; width: 1200px; height:800px; margin:20px 0px 20px 0px; border: 1px solid black;” kml=”http://aaronsworld.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/GoshawksOlympics.kml” mtoggle=”yes” marker=”yes” z=”11″]
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Goshawks GPS Olympics

[map style=”position: relative; top: 30px; left: -60px; width: 1200px; height:800px; margin:20px 0px 20px 0px; border: 1px solid black;” kml=”http://aaronsworld.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/GoshawksGPSOlympics.kml” mtoggle=”yes” marker=”yes” z=”10″]
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USFS

[map style=”position: relative; top: 30px; left: 0px; width: 1200px; height:800px; margin:20px 0px 20px 0px; border: 1px solid black;” lat=”47.39579″ lon=”-121.1844530″ z=”10″ marker=”yes” kml=”http://aaronsworld.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/GoshawksUSFS.kml”]
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Files: Nest sites

– – -> Google Earth file < – – –GPS format

Excel files

All files (.zip)

Individual files

W Cascades

[google-drive-embed url=”https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1YqbqQrN4sQJt17GNYXhNMnQmsoOi0L0Ew000p66UA0A/htmlembed” title=”W Cascades- Goshawk nest sites.xlsx” icon=”https://ssl.gstatic.com/docs/doclist/images/icon_11_spreadsheet_list.png” width=”100%” height=”400″ style=”embed”]

E Cascades

[google-drive-embed url=”https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1rNlBev7QSXgplTyAAw3Z6aH5wH3gN6vNtWWalVnwtAg/htmlembed” title=”ECascades.xls” icon=”https://ssl.gstatic.com/docs/doclist/images/icon_11_spreadsheet_list.png” width=”100%” height=”400″ style=”embed”]

Olympics

[google-drive-embed url=”https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1jYS5ymoeKjkEZgycMH408GQY609tdOY-hAvFJzLfMJM/htmlembed” title=”Olympics- Goshawk Nest sites.xlsx” icon=”https://ssl.gstatic.com/docs/doclist/images/icon_11_spreadsheet_list.png” width=”100%” height=”400″ style=”embed”]

All

[google-drive-embed url=”https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1uVzp9Cc0E4chvFy_ZZI3sPvT9IVCWnf-D_Sdu6-lilw/htmlembed” title=”goshawk nest sites All.xlsx” icon=”https://ssl.gstatic.com/docs/doclist/images/icon_11_spreadsheet_list.png” width=”100%” height=”400″ style=”embed”]

Original Data ->

TRS Data

Instructions/Explanation

Overview

I used TRS data (Township Range Section) from historical nest sites to find the corresponding 1/4, and 1/16th sectionsThen I converted these to GPS coord,To aid in 3D mapping and to increase the odds of actually being in the right place in the woods while searching for Goshawk nests.

Original Data:

1. TRS -> GPS

I converted township and range using this website-> http://www.earthpoint.us/TownshipsSearchByDescription.aspx

Then I saved each corner coordinate into the excel docto split up the section (~600-800 acres) into quarters (150-200 acres) and 1/16ths (to get around 30-50 acres for each search area) assuming 1/16th section data is known…

2. Excel

Each Corner Co-ord is inserted into Excel document with formulas

Then Each column will calculate 1/4 section (colored backgrounds) and 1/16th section (Corners Each Column, 1/16th section in rows)

Make master list with GPS coord’s by pasting nearest known location (1/16th section) Coor-d’s under the “Coords of section” data , to find each Corner and center

Note:

latitudes have positive values to make the math easier (type in a negative into the gps)

Excel may make you paste data as values, right click “123” (pasting 1/16th section coords into excel).

3. Google Earth

I put each coordinate into Google Earth for each site, Center and NW,NE, SW,SE corners

Save all points for a site under a folder with the site name,

organize by alpha and /or region

Then I can export to google maps or GPS

—Actually I used google to batch import a google spreadsheet to make a kml file that is saved in google earth as a network link (meaning when I update the spreadsheet on my end it automatically updates for you in google earth).—

4. Export to GPS

You can use this website to convert .kml or .kmz into .gpx (Which can then be downloaded into a GPS)

http://www.gpsvisualizer.com/

There are many way to actually get the waypoints onto your GPS from a .GPX file. I have found a program called easy GPS to be really fast and easy to use. (my old Garmin is limited to 500 waypoints).

Hopefully this will help you to get to the right place at the right time. . .

Calls

Here are some samples of calls I have used:If you have any that you would like to share please contact me.

Calendar

Here is a calendar that shows some recent extrapolated information about timing for raptor nesting in Washington

Changes

Any changes or additions, mistakes etc.
Especially current additions, updates, or recent visits
Please contact
me-

Aaron_als@hotmail.com

or Dan Pike –

danpi@msn.comWhen we update the file on the server your data will automatically reflect the changes in Google Earth without you doing a thing. So please send me your additions and updates to add to the database.

I would love to be able to do this with Goshawks this next spring->

Click here for a better quality video (.wmv 600 Mb) and remember to make it full screen or choose HD quality on Youtube.

I put up some remote cameras last year and would love to continue this experience. I would love to get a weatherproof camera system, with a wireless router and a cellphone card to take pictures remotely, stored on site external HD, and have live view, with natteries charged by solar panels…If you would like to help:

European Goshawk Nest Camera

aaron — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 16:53:49 +0000

This was a pretty cool nest camera, haven’t seen it updated since 2017. Need to find some more recent cams!

http://www.looduskalender.ee/forum/viewtopic.php?p=507231#p507231

History

2015
Breeding failed, see the first posts below

2016
Egg #1 laid —> 1. April viewtopic.php?p=450693#p450693
Egg #2 laid —> 4. April viewtopic.php?p=451288#p451288
Egg #3 laid —> 6. April viewtopic.php?p=451925#p451925
Egg #4 laid —> 9. April viewtopic.php?p=452926#p452926

Egg #1 hatched —> 11. May viewtopic.php?p=465110#p465110
Egg #2 hatched —> 13. May viewtopic.php?p=465954#p465954

Pickles the pig

aaron — Thu, 23 Mar 2017 15:26:25 +0000

Nat Geo Topo Quad Maps

aaron — Wed, 22 Mar 2017 13:20:29 +0000

National Geographic Maps makes the world’s best wall maps, recreation maps, travel maps, atlases and globes for people to explore and understand the world.

Source: Nat geo

Xmas valley

aaron — Sun, 19 Mar 2017 18:41:05 +0000

[masterslider id=”7″]

Truck wishlist

aaron — Sat, 18 Mar 2017 04:36:55 +0000

This looks like a pretty nice rig!!

Yep that’s a snorkle… although no roof rack…

Breeding birds

aaron — Sat, 18 Mar 2017 04:04:06 +0000

NA Goshawk

NISSASA

Kaiya

Ninja

Not the best, we’ll try to get her to sit still long enough

Ojay

NoName

http://aaronsworld.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/received_10105032270760958.mp4

[KGVID]http://aaronsworld.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/received_10105032271514448.mp4[/KGVID]

Nissassa-nest-building.avi

Problems uploading specific file types

aaron — Sat, 18 Mar 2017 00:53:44 +0000

I was having such a hard time uploading some files from my phone or tablet. I would get errors when upload sound files like .avi or .wav; when I was trying to add voice notes from my phone to a post or even uploading pictures taken from my phone. It was not a size issue .

Turns out I had to change a couple lines of code in my themes function file :

// code for add .wav to uploads
// here we go
function my_myme_types($mime_types){
$mime_types[‘wav’] = ‘audio/x-wav’; //Adding wav extension
return $mime_types;
}

you can just paste this anywhere in functions.php

-you have to change mimetypes for different files, I googled a large list to get the right value for the above code.

Overall this was super frustrating but an easy fix once I sat down to do it.

Temperature regulation with Arduino

aaron — Fri, 17 Mar 2017 15:33:50 +0000

The project is very compact and uses a few components only. It can be implemented for several applications including air-conditioners, water-heaters, snow-melters, ovens, heat-exchangers, mixers, furnaces, incubators, thermal baths and veterinary operating tables. The project will help save energy/electricity.

: Circuit diagram of the temperature-based fan speed control and monitoring using Arduino

This standalone automatic fan speed controller that controls the speed of an electric fan according to the requirement. Use of embedded technology makes this closed-loop fEedback-control system efficient and reliable. The microcontroller (MCU) ATMega8/168/328 allows dynamic and faster control and the LCD makes the system user-friendly. Sensed temperature and fan speed levels are simultaneously displayed on the LCD panel.

Software for the automatic temperature controller and monitor circuit is written in Arduino programming language. Connect Arduino board to the PC and select the correct COM port in Arduino IDE. Compile the program (sketch). Then select the correct board from Tools Board menu in Arduino IDE and upload the sketch (auto-fan.ino) to Arduino through standard USB port. Copy Below code.

Code: Select all

#include 
LiquidCrystal lcd(7,6,5,4,3,2);
int tempPin = A1;   // the output pin of LM35
int fan = 11;       // the pin where fan is
int led = 8;        // led pin
int temp;
int tempMin = 30;   // the temperature to start the fan 0%
int tempMax = 60;   // the maximum temperature when fan is at 100%
int fanSpeed;
int fanLCD;

void setup() {
  pinMode(fan, OUTPUT);
  pinMode(led, OUTPUT);
  pinMode(tempPin, INPUT);
  lcd.begin(16,2);  
  Serial.begin(9600);
}

void loop() 
{  
   temp = readTemp();     // get the temperature
   Serial.print( temp );
   if(temp < tempMin)     // if temp is lower than minimum temp
   {   
       fanSpeed = 0;      // fan is not spinning
       analogWrite(fan, fanSpeed); 
       fanLCD=0;
       digitalWrite(fan, LOW);       
   } 
   if((temp >= tempMin) && (temp <= tempMax)) // if temperature is higher than minimum temp
   {  
       fanSpeed = temp;//map(temp, tempMin, tempMax, 0, 100); // the actual speed of fan//map(temp, tempMin, tempMax, 32, 255);
       fanSpeed=1.5*fanSpeed;
       fanLCD = map(temp, tempMin, tempMax, 0, 100);  // speed of fan to display on LCD100
       analogWrite(fan, fanSpeed);  // spin the fan at the fanSpeed speed
   } 
   
   if(temp > tempMax) // if temp is higher than tempMax
     {        
     digitalWrite(led, HIGH);  // turn on led 
     } 
   else               // else turn of led
     {                    
     digitalWrite(led, LOW); 
     }
   
   lcd.print("TEMP: ");
   lcd.print(temp);      // display the temperature
   lcd.print("C ");
   lcd.setCursor(0,1);   // move cursor to next line
   lcd.print("FANS: ");
   lcd.print(fanLCD);    // display the fan speed
   lcd.print("%");
   delay(200);
   lcd.clear();   
}

int readTemp() {  // get the temperature and convert it to celsius
  temp = analogRead(tempPin);
  return temp * 0.48828125;
}

LM35 is a precision integrated circuit whose output voltage is linearly proportional to Celsius (Centigrade) temperature. It is rated to operate over a -55°C to 150°C temperature range. It has (+10.0mV/Celsius) linear-scale factor. Temperature sensor LM35 senses the temperature and converts it into an electrical (analogue) signal, which is applied to the MCU through an analogue-to-digital converter (ADC). The analogue signal is converted into digital format by the ADC. Sensed values of the temperature and speed of the fan are displayed on the LCD. Temperature and monitoring using Arduino The MCU on Arduino drives the motor driver to control fan speed.

Fan speed control technique. A low-frequency pulse-width modulation (PWM) signal, usually in the range of about 30Hz, whose duty cycle is varied to adjust the fan’s speed is used. An inexpensive, single, small pass transistor can be used here. It is efficient because the pass transistor is used as a switch.

Arduino temperature sensor tutorial – DHT22 vs. DS18B20 1-Wire

aaron — Sun, 11 Dec 2016 14:38:19 +0000

Which sensor you choose for your Arduino / IoT project? DHT22 Temperature and humidity vs. DS18B20 Temperature 1-Wire – complete review and tutorial

Source: Arduino temperature sensor tutorial – DHT22 vs. DS18B20 1-Wire

ecebots – LM35 temperature sensor Arduino Interface

aaron — Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:23:27 +0000

Source: ecebots – LM35 temperature sensor Arduino Interface

Do Rechargeable Lithium-Ion AA Batteries Exist? – MetaEfficient

aaron — Sat, 12 Nov 2016 18:30:24 +0000

Source: Do Rechargeable Lithium-Ion AA Batteries Exist? – MetaEfficient

Airspace Systems Inc One Touch Interceptor TI

aaron — Fri, 14 Oct 2016 00:14:44 +0000

Behind The Crash Of 3D Robotics, North America’s Most Promising Drone Company

aaron — Wed, 05 Oct 2016 17:54:30 +0000

3D Robotics had raised nearly $100 million and wanted to build the perfect consumer drone. That effort nearly destroyed the company.

Source: Behind The Crash Of 3D Robotics, North America’s Most Promising Drone Company

Jeremy Blum

aaron — Thu, 22 Sep 2016 22:11:04 +0000

Intro to arduino videos

Source: Jeremy Blum

https://m.youtube.com/user/randomnerdtutorials

Quail watering system

aaron — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 16:28:37 +0000

So I ran across this quail cup watering system that might be perfect for young quail chicks… who aren’t strong enough to reliably use the nipple drinkers.

Another option is to use the ones from farm tek and not the feed store or the new horizontal ones.

The cups use a small float to push on the nipple drinker basically turning it into a small valve!

So it looks like you need 3 printed parts the nipple and a washer.

The nipple holder, the cup, the valve, and a pin

I would like to design and 3d print something to work the same and to add to a trough or similar waterer- the micro valve!

In addition I would like to print the water collectors under each nipple

Raspberry pi

aaron — Sat, 13 Aug 2016 16:57:59 +0000

learn raspberry pi at adafruit

https://www.engadget.com/2012/09/04/raspberry-pi-getting-started-guide-how-to/

3d printing with OctoPrint on the Raspberry pi

30 bucks for a computer.. lots of uses..

Amazon.com: Raspberry Pi 2 Model B Project Board – 1GB RAM – 900 MHz Quad-Core CPU: Computers & Accessories

Source: Amazon.com: Raspberry Pi 2 Model B Project Board – 1GB RAM – 900 MHz Quad-Core CPU: Computers & Accessories

https://www.raspberrypi.org/documentation/linux/usage/commands.md

https://www.modmypi.com/blog/tutorial-how-to-give-your-raspberry-pi-a-static-ip-address08:15:4108:15:48

3d printing with OctoPrint on the Raspberry pi

aaron — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 16:34:57 +0000

The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Arduino

aaron — Tue, 02 Aug 2016 18:14:08 +0000

http://embed.ted.com/talks/massimo_banzi_how_arduino_is_open_sourcing_imagination

I ran across this beginners guide to arduino. Very Very cool. also a good free eBook on PDF that is supposed to be better than the one supplied with starter kits…

Source: The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Arduino

IntroArduinoBook

Free Software-> https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software

https://www.arduino.cc/download_handler.php?f=/arduino-1.6.10-windows.exe

Works right out of the box, when I used my printers USB cable (Old Epson Printer).

Apparently you can use LEDs as light detectors… who knew?

https://www.arduino.cc/en/uploads/Main/Arduino_Uno_Rev3-schematic.pdf

You can run a servo directly off of the main board.

However the power either needs to be supplied externally. Or you need to power the board from the barrel supply or externally with something more than the USB to computer adapter…. i.e. 6-12 V not 5 V USB.

Microcontroller	ATmega328P
Operating Voltage	5V
Input Voltage (recommended)	7-12V
Input Voltage (limit)	6-20V
Digital I/O Pins	14 (of which 6 provide PWM output)
PWM Digital I/O Pins	6
Analog Input Pins	6
DC Current per I/O Pin	20 mA
DC Current for 3.3V Pin	50 mA
Flash Memory	32 KB (ATmega328P) of which 0.5 KB used by bootloader
SRAM	2 KB (ATmega328P)
EEPROM	1 KB (ATmega328P)
Clock Speed	16 MHz
Length	68.6 mm
Width	53.4 mm
Weight	25 g

https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/ArduinoBoardUno

Awesome tutorials: https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-arduino-lesson-1-blink/

Farmers eye drones as key to future of agriculture

aaron — Tue, 26 Jul 2016 17:02:46 +0000

The drone could be ready to take its place alongside the tractor and combine harvester, as the next indispensable piece of farming equipment.

Video:

Source: Farmers eye drones as key to future of agriculture

I know I know it’s from Fox news…. but looked like a nice article I like the chart that was Linked in the article.

Thoughts and ruminations

aaron — Sat, 23 Jul 2016 17:03:32 +0000

Well it has been a while since I have looked at the website. I see a lot of unfinished content that I was always meaning to get done. While I have been superficially linking to content and articles about my interests as I come across them I havent been able to sit down and write much. Overall I see the value in frequent reminiscences and thoughtful introspection of cueent and past events as well as fanciful dreams and ideas for the future. It is my plan to update things a bit more and at least polish off the front page.

While I have been trying to add content and plug-ins there is so much discombobulated ways to get things done that it takes me some time to remind myself how to do it every time I try. I think I have like 100 plug-ins. Many are not used.

I spent some time just categorizing the media in the gallery. I am not sure the best way to do this is there a better idea to categorize or add tags to the photos I also wanted to see if I can add voice notes to other pictures or post from my phone. And I also wanted to know if somebody subscribes or was following my website and I got an update for a new post if I was able to see how many people are doing that or what not because for example I get an email whenever I put a post with the link to the website and I was wondering if other people do that and if I would be able to tell or not.

Well it looks like it may be able to add a link to an audio file that I uploaded but it’s a little bit more of a pain in the butt and I thought I also wanted to get a list of Servo add-ons for Phantom 3 and higher drones and how to add on those as opposed to the Phantom 2 so I should update the post on there.

http://aaronsworld.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Record_0001.wav

Cheval cellars

Fromaggio and community center/business center

I need to define 5 main areas for the front page slider:

1. Hobbies/passions interests

2. Posts/pages archive calendar etc…

3. Featured content

4. Professional

5. Family

I need to define 6 areas for the columns:

1. Falconry

2. Drones

3. Contact me

4. Animals/Pets

5. Family Vineyard adventures

6. Tech….

It looks like we can have a video slider as well, but not sure? Would like a posts slider or similar….

RCDH RETRACT LANDING GEAR FOR DJI PHANTOM 3 Professional/Advanced

aaron — Mon, 11 Jul 2016 20:34:15 +0000

RCDH RETRACT LANDING GEAR FOR DJI PHANTOM 3 Professional/Advanced

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160 bucks for kit, wiring harness is 60-> https://www.rcdepothobbies.com/mobile/Product.aspx?ProductCode=RCDH-PH3RETRACT-WHN

An aerial assassin at work, Masters of the Sky, Life in the Air – BBC One

aaron — Tue, 26 Apr 2016 16:26:43 +0000

A sparrowhawk’s incredible acceleration and agility enable it to to sneak up on its prey.

Source: An aerial assassin at work, Masters of the Sky, Life in the Air – BBC One

Drone with fully enclosed props

aaron — Tue, 26 Apr 2016 16:14:31 +0000

Arivale – Your Scientific Path to Wellness

aaron — Thu, 07 Apr 2016 00:52:12 +0000

Your Scientific Path to Wellness

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15 NW Washington Hikes that are 3 Miles Long or Less

aaron — Fri, 01 Apr 2016 19:58:43 +0000

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The Ultimate Pacific Northwest Bucket List: 100 Breathtaking Adventures

aaron — Fri, 01 Apr 2016 19:50:31 +0000

The Pacific Northwest is one of the most beautiful regions in the country and home to some of the most breathtaking locations I have ever seen. The best part of calling the Northwest home is the en…

Source: The Ultimate Pacific Northwest Bucket List: 100 Breathtaking Adventures

Nutrients To Boost Your Immune System

aaron — Sun, 20 Mar 2016 03:35:56 +0000

Source: Nutrients To Boost Your Immune System | Keck Medicine Of USC

DJI PHANTOM 3 SMART BATTERY MOD AND KIT WITH INCLUDES

aaron — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 15:42:23 +0000

Source: DJI PHANTOM 3 SMART BATTERY MOD AND KIT WITH INCLUDES 2-3 DAY SHIPPING

Anti Gravity Airmode Alien

aaron — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 04:21:13 +0000

Should you upgrade from the Phantom 3 to the Phantom 4?

aaron — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 02:10:29 +0000

DJI released their new flagship drone this week, the Phantom 4. This has prompted the widely asked question from existing loyal Phantom owners “Should I upgrade?”.The answer is unfortunately not as simple as it might seem, it depends largely on what you’re currently flying as well as your level of flying skill, commitment and confidence. If … Continue reading Should you upgrade from the Phantom 3 to the Phantom 4? ?

Source: Should you upgrade from the Phantom 3 to the Phantom 4? – DroningON | Specialist Quadcopter Drone News

3DR IRIS + blueprint for 3d printer

aaron — Wed, 16 Mar 2016 02:51:53 +0000

Good news for IRIS+ fans. We’ve released the CAD files as STLs, so you can 3D print any replacement parts you need for free, including improved versions of the legs that are 50% lighter and require less support when printing.

Our friends at MyMiniFactory are hosting these and have prepared a great tutorial on how to use them:

3D Robotics have been strong adovcates of open source collaboration and their IRIS+ and MADE FOR SOLO projects are testimony to that.

If that wasn’t enough, in all their awesomeness they have decided to give back to the community by giving away the files for the IRIS+ for free!

Over the last week MyMiniFactory has been building the first ever 3D printed IRIS+, so as to document the process and highlight any issues along the way.

In light of this Kirby Downey has released an optimised version of the arms and legs which are up to 50% lighter and require less support – download here.

Follows MyMiniFactory’s step by step guide:

1) Remove the bottom shell by taking out the screws

2) On this shell, remove the LED and USB devices and insert them on the 3D printed bottom shell

3) Remove the screws that hold the bottom plate, and remove the top shell

4) On the top shell, disconnect all the wires from the pixhawk remember the way they were connected and where they were going

5) Take out the pixhawk and all the components that are are glued or screwed to the plate and place them on the 3D printed top plate

6) On the bottom plate, remove the connections to the pixhawk and remove the screws that hold the arms of the drone

7) Remove the foam carefully from the bottom plate

8) Take out the screws that holds the board and put it back the 3D printed small plate

9) Remove the 3 clips that holds the wires in the center of the arm

10) Close to the motor, make two marks on each wire so you don’t mix them once they are cut.

11) Cut the wires, take out the 2 screws that hold the motor and insert it into the 3D printed arm.

12) Solder the wires (you can use heat shrink wire wrap to hold your soldered joint) and put the clips back.

13) Screw the arms to the plate and the shell

14) Take out all the components that are glued to the top shell and place them into the 3D printed shell

15) Glue the foam of top plate back on the small plate.

16) Connect all the wires to the pixhawk again.

17) Screw the 3D printed top shell and the piece for the gimbal at the bottom.

DJI SDK

aaron — Thu, 03 Mar 2016 05:19:28 +0000

So it looks like DJI has a way to develop apps/programs to get “under the hood”.

https://developer.dji.com

FPV for Syma X5C -50 bucks

aaron — Wed, 02 Mar 2016 06:51:42 +0000

Only US$51.99, buy best syma x5c-1 x5sc jjrc x1 5.8g fpv 720p camera with monitor real time transmission c4001 sale online store at wholesale price. US/EU direct. – Banggood Mobile

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Suitable for X5C X5SC , can use their transmitters to control the camera for taking photo or recording video.

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Drone Charging Station

aaron — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 07:47:25 +0000

http://skysense.co/blog/2015/01/ces-2015

Guided precision landing

aaron — Tue, 01 Mar 2016 07:20:21 +0000

About this project

INTRODUCTION

The IR-LOCK Sensor system is used to autonomously land copters in small areas. Simply place the MarkOne Beacon at the desired landing point, and initiate the LAND mode. This is useful for docking with charging stations, package delivery systems, UAV-to-ground vehicle interaction, etc. The MarkOne Beacon can be reliably detected in any lighting condition (even complete darkness).

The original APM:Copter (Ardupilot) documentation can be found here. However, connecting the IR-LOCK Sensor to SOLO requires a bit more work than the typical Pixhawk connection, so this documentation describes the necessary steps.

IR-LOCK Sensor and MarkOne Beacon

1. CONNECT SENSOR TO SOLO

The IR-LOCK Sensor pin-out diagram is shown below. Also, the original Pixhawk flight controller is shown, which is NOT the same flight controller included in SOLO.

SOLO includes Pixhawk2, NOT the Pixhawk(1) shown in the image

POWER: The IR-LOCK Sensor can be powered with a standard 5V input, which can come from the SOLO accessory bay. You can read more about the SOLO accessory bay here and here.

DATA: The sensor communicates with SOLO via I2C. Unfortunately, I2C pins (SCL/SDA) are not exposed in the SOLO accessory bay. Thus, the sensor should be plugged into the I2C bus that is used by the SOLO battery. The SOLO battery and IR-LOCK Sensor can operate simultaneously on the same I2C bus.

You will need to remove the SOLO battery tray (see steps 4 and 5 in the SOLO Teardown).

I2C Splitter connected to IR-LOCK Sensor and SOLO Battery

The image below shows an example of a plug-and-play cable assembly which connects the 5V and I2C lines.

Plug-and-play cable assembly

2. MOUNTING SENSOR TO SOLO

The IR-LOCK Sensor should be mounted with the lens pointed downward toward the ground. It is important for the sensor to be level with SOLO

NOTE: Before mounting the sensor, you will need to setup your sensor (i.e., upload sensor firmware, and adjust lens). Those instructions are included here.

3. UPLOAD SOLO FIRMWARE

Upload this modified version of the SOLO firmware (linked below). Instructions for uploading firmware to SOLO can be found here.

Firmware: ArduCopter-v2_correctedi2cbus.px4

The parameters enabling the precision landing feature are hard-coded in this modified firmware. You do not need to make further parameter modifications.

The source code is linked at the bottom of this tutorial. Note that the correct branch is ‘irlock01’.

4. FIRST FLIGHT

Use the video below to plan your first precision landing flight. Simply fly over the IR Marker, and then initiate an automated landing by pressing-and-holding the FLY button.

If the sensor does not ‘see’ the IR Marker, then SOLO should land in its current location (as normal)…. If SOLO is not responding to the IR Marker during landing, then the system will require troubleshooting. There could be a sensor connection issue.

Time-lapse of SOLO take-off and automated precision landing at night

Components and supplies

3DR Solo

IR-LOCK Sensor

MarkOne Beacon

Custom Cable Assembly

Custom Sensor Mount

https://www.hackster.io/irlock/solo-precision-landing-sensor-irlock-587d79?utm_source=hackster&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=new_projects

Making of “Swarm” – Quadrotors are “Amazing in Motion”

aaron — Tue, 23 Feb 2016 15:27:53 +0000

Building a rope bridge with flying machines

aaron — Tue, 23 Feb 2016 05:48:12 +0000

1405 JONBOT print bed ends reenforced Widened rods by danman1178

aaron — Sat, 20 Feb 2016 05:53:59 +0000

I modified this way back, adding some extra strength to the part and leveling out the area that mates to the bed. If you have been using this setup this is a great way to add some stability. The rods have been moved the the outermost edges of the part, again adding strength. Has been working great now for over a year.. !! Just invert the part when you print it to get left and right ends.. !! For use with thread: http://www.printrbottalk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=8042&start=400 Tons of credit to JON on this one…. miss you buddy! (have not seen you in the forums for a while)

Source: 1405 JONBOT print bed ends reenforced Widened rods by danman1178

3D printer upgrades for printrbot 1405 simple makers kit.

aaron — Sat, 20 Feb 2016 04:56:17 +0000

No sag/Extended Y-Axis: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:372467

X Ends: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:376515
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:377357/#files

Z Axis:

Printrbot Z Axis 5mm threaded rod upgrade by RedJoe

I was unhappy with the 5/16 threaded rod that the Printrbot comes with and the Z-ribbing artifacts. The problem is the stepper motors have an uneven amount of steps with the 5/16 rod. When you print something with the 5/16 rod, your layer heights will be off every x number of layers unless you choose […]

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Stabilizing Legs: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:366326

Extruder Support: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:375288

https://printrbot.dozuki.com/Answers/View/49/Stepper+motors+getting+Very+Hothttp:/help.printrbot.com/Answ

Upgrade examples/Paths

http://www.printrbottalk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=10161&sid=43bd6e0fb99d9607e14244c38be85f99

Printrbot Simple Maker’s Edition 1405 (aka my “PrintrBro”)
Z axis extension, X axis extension
custom designed legs
280x100x175
Octoprint/Raspberry Pi B+/Octopi Linux Distribution/Dev Branch
Custom Printrboard Case with inline LCD on/off switch for printer

The route I went for my 1405 was to upgrade the Y axis using Jon Lawrence’s No Sag 300mm Double Precision from thingiverse (which I believe is the same for the old Simple). For that all you’ll need is longer 8mm hardened rod, longer GT2 belt, some skateboard bearings and the 3d printed parts (A drill to clean up the rod/screw holes helps but I managed without). If you want to upgrade the X or Z axis then it can be even more simple (heh). For X, just get new belt and new rods and install (or go for Jon’s X axis upgrade for more stability), and for Z you’ll need a new lead rod (can be purchased through printrbot or external vendors) and hardened rods. Most of the parts you actually need to buy are really cheap on their own (to do the Y and X upgrades only costed me ~$70-$80 not including plastic). Some other options to upgrade past this are getting a heated bed, a new extruder such as the E3Dv6 (or even a dual extruder if you’re feeling adventurous), an LCD screen/Rasberri Pi (which I see you have)/Both setup for better autonomous printing, changing to a bowden style extrusion system (more preference based), or any number of cosmetic mods.

So yeah, there’s a lot of options. I’d say buying some new rod and belt and doing Jon’s axis upgrades is a great place to start, as it’s really nice to have a larger print area. Something to note is that especially if you do the X upgrade (which I recommend because double precision is great), you should also consider purchasing some 40×40 mm fans for active cooling to prevent your hot components (stepper motors, hot end, heated bed) from melting the upgrade. Along with those I would get a beefier power supply (I got a 600W ATX power supply from newegg for $30 to use with my heated bed and fans) to power any future upgrades you may need. Also, for the actual bed of your printer, look around for any metalworking shops in your area that do small orders. If you’re in the southeastern area of Michigan (I saw your remark about the detroit maker faire), there’s a place called speedy metals in Livonia that’ll cut you any size piece of 3003 aluminum for pretty cheap. The 16″ x 9″ piece I ordered took an hour before it was ready to pick up and was only like $25.

I hope this’ll help, using a machine to upgrade itself is truly something special.

Customizable Temp Calibration Tower (fixed!) by eibwen

aaron — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 17:56:04 +0000

Source: Customizable Temp Calibration Tower (fixed!) by eibwen

Printrbot Simple 1405 “TRI ROD MOD” with or without XL tower upgrade (first 1405 XL tower) by threefer

aaron — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 09:30:33 +0000

This mod adds a third linear rod in both the Y and Z axes. The third rod greatly reduces the amount of twisting that can occur, especially with an extended Y mod installed. This mod is based off of Jon Lawrence’s 300mm no sag mod. It also includes modifications to a couple of other’s works which I will list in the remixed from area. UPDATE (12/13/2014): After printing out the model for the “TRI_ROD_MOD_TOP1_XL”, I found out it didn’t fit because the models for the XL wood parts were not correct. I have measured my actual wooden XL parts and have redesigned this part to now fit correctly. I also beefed it up a bit. UPDATE(2/13/2015): I uploaded a new step file with just the parts for the non XL version. I also have separate step files for the 2 biggest parts. I verified that these can be imported with FreeCad. P.S. I will try and work out a basic hardware list sometime soon. P.P.S. I am also working on another version of this mod that will be integrated into the “JONbot”. Nothing from this version will be compatible. The XL tower parts will also be integrated and are printed, no wood parts will be used at all. UPDATE (FEB/15/2015): I have modified all of the big parts to be printable on a 100 x 100 print area. There is a new STEP file with all of the 100×100 printable parts as well as STL files of each. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QpEauZWP_l4

Source: Printrbot Simple 1405 “TRI ROD MOD” with or without XL tower upgrade (first 1405 XL tower) by threefer

Printrbot Z Axis 5mm threaded rod upgrade by RedJoe

aaron — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 09:15:59 +0000

I was unhappy with the 5/16 threaded rod that the Printrbot comes with and the Z-ribbing artifacts. The problem is the stepper motors have an uneven amount of steps with the 5/16 rod. When you print something with the 5/16 rod, your layer heights will be off every x number of layers unless you choose very specific layer heights. By going to 5mm threaded rod(mine cost $15 shipped from McMastercarr) you can change your steps from 2267.72 to an even 4000 steps. This gives a nice even layer height all the way through your print. Also, by adding dual nuts and a spring, any backlash is excluded. The other issue is the 5/16 rod coupled to the 5mm motor shaft is a poor design, by using 5mm threaded rod and some tubing, you get an even coupler and no z wobble. This is hands down the best upgrade I have done on my printrbot, it improved my prints by a huge amount, if you do any upgrades, this is the one to do, best $15 bucks you will spend.

Source: Printrbot Z Axis 5mm threaded rod upgrade by RedJoe

iPad Air Phantom 3 Drone SunShade (2 Pieces) – 1st Attempt by JoaoLucena

aaron — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 06:36:07 +0000

This was my first try in 3D modeling something for posterior printing. If you print it, please reply with the result! It’s just a simple Sunshade for iPad air divided in 2 pieces to use in Phantom 3 Remote. Enjoy

Source: iPad Air Phantom 3 Drone SunShade (2 Pieces) – 1st Attempt by JoaoLucena

Apple Ipad mini sunshade by chrisebryan

aaron — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 06:31:01 +0000

I cut my sunshade design out of hard carton and taped it together with some white tape.

Source: Apple Ipad mini sunshade by chrisebryan

Sun Screen for my old 7 inch monitor by Lowfiero

aaron — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 06:26:02 +0000

While working on making a observation screen for people while i am FPV flying I wanted to try and make a sunscreen for the old 7 inch monitor i had left over from an old in car DVD system. i have not printed it up after i made some changes to it. there are slots on the sides for the clip that i have not tried yet. and in the pictures if you look close you will see i have the L and R on the wrong ones. (that i did fix).

Source: Sun Screen for my old 7 inch monitor by Lowfiero

FrSky Taranis FPV monitor holder by igi79

aaron — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 06:04:43 +0000

Rigid FPV monitor support for FrSky Taranis.

Source: FrSky Taranis FPV monitor holder by igi79

DJI Phantom FPV / OSD mount by questpact

aaron — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 05:58:34 +0000

Designed for the DJI Phantom 1 This mount allows you to separate your FPV transmitter away from your GPS module minimizing inference. Custom zip tie holes allow you to securely mount your video transmitter or OSD device. (The longer M3*8 extra screws that come with the phantom work well to secure the mount.)

Source: DJI Phantom FPV / OSD mount by questpact

FPV LCD Holder by HLMAX

aaron — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 04:49:15 +0000

A simple and strong FPV LCD holder for the FrSky Taranus or Turnigy 9X. I use it for mounting my RC800, 7″ LCD display. It will also hold other LCDs with back or bottom 1/4-20 mounts. I used a DIY 3S 2000mah battery pack, made of 3 18650 LiPo cells, which fits nicely between the handle. Any small 3S LiPo pack that fits the battery holder will work. Add a LCD magnifier and get a bigger view of the action: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:361950

Source: FPV LCD Holder by HLMAX

DJI Phantom 2 FPV mount

aaron — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 17:34:01 +0000

I made this for a customer to use his TS58500 mini 5.8GHz FPV video transmitter with his Phantom 2 (with Zenmuse 3D Gimbal). Note: You will need to make a wire to connect the video transmitter correctly (not shown). If you are not expert with these things get help. My customer blew a fuse on the main board doing it himself.

Source: DJI Phantom 2 P330Z FPV mount by geekaz01d

20mm raiser for DJI Phantom + battery holder by 3D_CC_design

aaron — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 17:22:14 +0000

I wanted to install a gimbal on my Phantom. So I design a 20mm raise and un battery holder. Another advantage is to rebalance the quadricopter.

Source: 20mm raiser for DJI Phantom + battery holder by 3D_CC_design

DJI Phantom FPV / OSD mount by questpact

aaron — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 17:16:54 +0000

Designed for the DJI Phantom 1 This mount allows you to separate your FPV transmitter away from your GPS module minimizing inference. Custom zip tie holes allow you to securely mount your video transmitter or OSD device. (The longer M3*8 extra screws that come with the phantom work well to secure the mount.)

Source: DJI Phantom FPV / OSD mount by questpact

DJI Phantom Controller Mount by markloane

aaron — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 17:13:47 +0000

Here is a 3D printed clip on screen mount for the Phantom controller use’s a GoPro type connector to make it adjustable and can be used for other things.

Source: DJI Phantom Controller Mount by markloane

Perseverance, Motorized by gzumwalt

aaron — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 17:03:35 +0000

I’ve had quite a few requests for the motorized version of the hand cranked Perseverance thing (http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:348489) , so here it is, Perseverance, Motorized. It makes a unique bookend, I receive plenty of inquiries as to where I bought it ( ). I’ve also printed one using glow in the dark filament for the torso, head, arms, legs, etc., and it looks good, even though somewhat eerie, in the dark. The original has been running over 3 months non stop; it’s quiet, and an attention getter. Video is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbmPax3fRTc&feature=gp-n-y&google_comment_id=z12yglrqmqzdhbwy104cepe4dtfstlyohrk0k&noredirect=1. The printing differences between Perseverance and Perseverance, Motorized are the use of “Base Motorized.stl” as opposed to “Base.stl”, the addition of “Gear Motor.stl”, and the removal of “Axle Gear Idler Wheel.stl” and “Knob.stl” which are replaced by printing an additional “Axle Gear Idler End.stl”. You’ll also need a motor, coaxial power jack and power supply. There are quite a number of parts, but all are easy to print. So if your Perseverance is there, print on, and build Perseverance, Motorized! UPDATE: Updated “Base Motorized.stl” with correct tenon Designed using my own software and Sketchup 8, and printed in PLA on a Makerbot Replicator 2 using Makerware 2.3.3.42.

Source: Perseverance, Motorized by gzumwalt

DIY 3D Printed Camera Slider

aaron — Tue, 09 Feb 2016 05:39:38 +0000

Claw

aaron — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 18:46:41 +0000

Extruder diagram

aaron — Sat, 06 Feb 2016 14:46:47 +0000

Dropping Eggs from Drones for Fun and Science

aaron — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 16:48:29 +0000

I was invited by a local school to participate in their Egg-Drop science event and this is one of the results. The reason they invited me was because they wanted to do something different this year. Instead of dropping boxes to protect contained eggs they wanted to drop eggs from a drone or multirotor and try to catch and protect the eggs. The first iteration of the concept was this claw-type mechanism to drop one egg at a time. I modified the snap mounting from http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:745817 (Thank you glenchung!) to hold a servo. Assembly requires a miniservo and a bit of solid core wire or we hot glued part of a zip tie to the servo arm. I had planed to use http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:28566 to create a custom servo arm but moved to a more complicated Rotary Egg Dropper instead. Check it out here: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:859220/ More information at Instructables.com (http://www.instructables.com/id/Dropping-eggs-from-drones-for-fun-and-science/)

Source: Dropping Eggs from Drones for Fun and Science – The Claw Egg Drop Mechanism by DKoss

DIY Multirotor Parachute System

aaron — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 16:42:08 +0000

Thanks to smutboy420 for updating my design. Check out his version for a cleaner and lighter design. He used PLA plastic instead of ABS. He used a bigger servo and updated the design to fit. http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1307204 This is a design for a Multirotor parachute system. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6k7jftG5uI For in depth build directions, see my article on the Flite Test web site Http://www.flitetest.com/articles/parachutes-are-cool-diy-multirotor-parachute

Source: DIY Multirotor Parachute System by AverageguyRC

Simple Servo mount

aaron — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 16:11:02 +0000

A small and simple 9g servo mount for mounting directly onto the extruder carriage for use with the auto bed levelling function. Mine is mounted onto a Greg’s Wade extruder body but would probably be compatible with more setups as it requires only an M4 mounting hole

Source: Simple Servo mount for auto bed levelling by Thermalhound

Super Compact Pan Tilt Camera

aaron — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 16:02:33 +0000

This was intended for use on a quad-rotor project, although it can be mounted on really anything. I used two Hitec HS-55 sub-micro servos and it whips the camera around without any problem. Enjoy! If you like this project, or would like to know more about 3D printing, check out my new book “The Makerspace Workbench” from Maker Media!

Source: Super Compact Pan Tilt Camera Mount by AtomKemp

FPV Diversity Receiver Support

aaron — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 16:00:28 +0000

This is my simple diversity receiver support. It fits on a 8mm rod. I have placed it on a old tent stick Please hit like if you like it. Enjoy Stanley

Source: FPV Diversity Receiver Support by Stanleykuenzle

Foldable sunshield for Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7″ Tablet for DJI and other FPV by TheFlyingSentinel

aaron — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 15:41:49 +0000

A foldable sunshield for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7″ Tablet. Best results with PLA 20% infill, no support needed, cooling fan recommended.

Source: Foldable sunshield for Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7″ Tablet for DJI and other FPV by TheFlyingSentinel

DJI Phantom 2 gps holder by GarrisonTECH

aaron — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 07:45:33 +0000

I included 3 different versions. The first one fits the Garmin gtu 10. The other two are for the TK 102 tracker. I have not tested this with the tk 102, I made it using the measurements I found online. The reason for the different tk 102 files is that one has a hole and is lighter. It snaps right into place on the landing gear. I do not know if it fits the vision or vision plus, if it does, let me know.

Source: DJI Phantom 2 gps holder by GarrisonTECH

Dji Phantom 2 vision & cam protector by 3dbychance

aaron — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 07:38:04 +0000

Is just a protector for the cam of the quadcopter. Other designs didn’t suit my needs, so I redesigned it. I make it also parametrizable so that it can be adjusted to yours. Just edit the Open Scad source file and modify accordingly.

Source: Dji Phantom 2 vision & cam protector by 3dbychance

Protective plate for DJI PHANTOM by Nueve3D

aaron — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 07:34:57 +0000

Keep safe your DJI Phantom camera and gimbal! “Avoid crashes in stony lands, protect your hardware from falls. Just print this protective plate, and escape from a tragic fate.”

Source: Protective plate for DJI PHANTOM by Nueve3D

TS353 Transmitter (Tx) Housing / Mount / Attachment for Phantom 2 by jack40k

aaron — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 07:29:06 +0000

This part allows you to mount your TS353 Tx to the side of your Phantom 2. Simply thread a zip-tie through the holes in the Tx housing and then through the air vents (you will need to remove the battery to do this) and tighten! Make sure that the bulky part of the zip-tie is between the back of the Tx housing and air vent (see pictures). I designed the housing and my father coded it with OpenSCAD.

Source: TS353 Transmitter (Tx) Housing / Mount / Attachment for Phantom 2 by jack40k

DJI Phantom 2 P330Z FPV mount by geekaz01d

aaron — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 07:23:42 +0000

I made this for a customer to use his TS58500 mini 5.8GHz FPV video transmitter with his Phantom 2 (with Zenmuse 3D Gimbal). Note: You will need to make a wire to connect the video transmitter correctly (not shown). If you are not expert with these things get help. My customer blew a fuse on the main board doing it himself.

Source: DJI Phantom 2 P330Z FPV mount by geekaz01d

Dji Phantom 2 H4-3D Protector by Plastikbanscher

aaron — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 07:19:57 +0000

Gimbal Protector for Phantom 2 H4-3D

Source: Dji Phantom 2 H4-3D Protector by Plastikbanscher

Mayday Unboxing and Setup – YouTube

aaron — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 01:45:07 +0000

Printrbot Talk Forum – New Hot End Suggestions?

aaron — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 22:30:33 +0000

Source: Printrbot Talk Forum • View topic – New Hot End Suggestions?

E3D v6 Hotend on a Printrbot Simple Metal (Introduction)

aaron — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 22:28:13 +0000

Source: This Old Spoon: E3D v6 Hotend on a Printrbot Simple Metal (Introduction)

RCA to ethernet adaptor

aaron — Mon, 01 Feb 2016 22:22:55 +0000

Order Red/White/Yellow RCA To Rj45 Balun L/R A/V To Cat5 – 50-7732 online from MCM Electronics. Manufactured by mcm custom audio. MCM part number 50-7732.

Drone Websites

aaron — Thu, 28 Jan 2016 23:39:56 +0000

Forums
http://diydrones.com/forum

DJI Phantom 2 Claw

aaron — Thu, 28 Jan 2016 16:30:20 +0000

Check out DJI Phantom 2 Claw by JamesRowlands on Shapeways and discover more 3D printed products in Drone Parts / Gadgets.

Source: DJI Phantom 2 Claw by JamesRowlands on Shapeways

Use Your Phone to FPV and DVR!

aaron — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 07:16:05 +0000

FPV with your Phone! – EasyCAP:

FPV With Your Phone! – LaserBGC Android

Boscam Monitor

FPV setup

DJI Phantom 2, 1, H4-3D H3-3D 2D, How to add or modify your tilt slide control knob on RC – YouTube

aaron — Thu, 21 Jan 2016 19:52:43 +0000

Phantom 2 + H3-3D FPV Setup Guide

aaron — Thu, 21 Jan 2016 19:06:29 +0000

This H3-3D FPV setup guide breaks the process down into three steps. Feel free to skip to the appropriate step for your build.

Source: Phantom 2 + H3-3D FPV Setup Guide Part 1 – RC Geeks Blog

Phantom 2 Add ons

aaron — Thu, 21 Jan 2016 04:02:50 +0000

Mayday Unboxing and Setup – YouTube

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JuWL1Q_IZE[/embed]

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DJI Phantom 2 Claw

Check out DJI Phantom 2 Claw by JamesRowlands on Shapeways and discover more 3D printed products in Drone Parts / Gadgets. Source: DJI Phantom 2 Claw by JamesRowlands on Shapeways

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DJI Phantom 2, 1, H4-3D H3-3D 2D, How to add or modify your tilt slide control knob on RC – YouTube

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propeller-guards

Gimball

GoPro Zenmuse H3-3D/H4-3D Gimbal Transport Lock V2
Zenmuse Travel Clip
Zenmuse_H3_2D_Manual -pdf

DJI Phantom 2 h3-3d Gimbal clamp/ GoPro 3 lens cover

How to fit the anti interference board for DJI Zenmuse H3-3D on a Phantom 2

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FPV

Phantom 2 + H3-3D FPV Setup Guide

This H3-3D FPV setup guide breaks the process down into three steps. Feel free to skip to the appropriate step for your build. Source: Phantom 2 + H3-3D FPV Setup Guide Part 1 – RC Geeks Blog

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phantompilots.com -lowest-prices-on-fpv-components-links
iOSD mini
ImmersionRC 600MW 5.8Ghz

amazon.com – Immersion RC 600mw 5.8 GHz A/V Transmitter

Use Your Phone to FPV and DVR!

FPV with your Phone! – EasyCAP: FPV With Your Phone! – LaserBGC Android Boscam Monitor FPV setup

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Flight Modes

I switched to NAZA from day 1. Gives you more option for filming.
Atti is good for down wind drifting.
Course lock is good for flying parallel to a road and filming something moving.
Home lock is just good for retrieving your bird if don’t know its orientation.

Home lock and course lock simply ignores the phantoms orientation. The phantom will not move in respect to the where the nose is pointing. Course lock moves grid like where as home lock moves in a pizza shape (provided its >10m from home point).

You can also reset course lock directions and home locks in mid flight by toggling the left switch x5 rapidly. Top to mid position x 5 will reset the course lock direction to the direction the phantom is facing. Mid to lower position x 5 will reset a home position. This is where the phantom will fly to when RTH is triggered. The rapid green flashes means either course lock or home lock has changed.

Default Settings

Gains

http://www.phantompilots.com/threads/what-gains-are-you-using-with-upgraded-motors.61440/

How to fit the anti interference board for DJI Zenmuse H3-3D on a Phantom 2

aaron — Wed, 20 Jan 2016 20:08:40 +0000

ANTIOXIDANTS IN ONCOLOGY – Consult Dr. Anderson

aaron — Mon, 18 Jan 2016 19:27:35 +0000

Efficacy and Interaction of Antioxidant Supplements as Adjuvant Therapy in Cancer Treatment: A Systematic Review Blog and Literature Review © PS Anderson – www.ConsultDrA.com 2016 Reference: Asuka Yasueda, Hayato Urushima, and Toshinori Ito. Efficacy and Interaction of Antioxidant Supplements as Adjuvant Therapy in Cancer Treatment: A Systematic Review. Integrative Cancer Therapies 1–23 © Author(s) 2015…. Read More

Source: ANTIOXIDANTS IN ONCOLOGY – Consult Dr. Anderson

https://www.consultdranderson.com/dr-andersons-juice-recipe-to-support-phase-2-detox/

A Guide to Healthy Low-Carb Eating with Diabetes

aaron — Mon, 18 Jan 2016 18:25:55 +0000

This is a detailed guide to healthy low-carb eating for people with diabetes. Low-carb diets are effective against both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Source: A Guide to Healthy Low-Carb Eating with Diabetes

Links to follow up

aaron — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 07:19:29 +0000

23:17:12http://www.naturecuresclinic.com/education/podcasts-natural-healthcare-news-information/

http://feeds.feedburner.com/NatureCuresClinicPodcasts

http://biotoxinjourney.com/marcons/

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/PANDAS

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tay%E2%80%93Sachs_disease

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10205713219615011&id=1390950832

Backpack sizes

aaron — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 17:58:43 +0000

backpack transmitter sizes

Fiendish Falcons Keep Birds Prisoner Before Eating Them

aaron — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 22:43:32 +0000

Falcons in Morocco’s Essaouira archipelago have been observed “imprisoning” other birds and holding them for several days before feeding them to their young.

Source: Fiendish Falcons Keep Birds Prisoner Before Eating Them

Sharpie Nest Timelapse Video

aaron — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 21:24:53 +0000

Here’s How Dietitians Actually Eat Healthy Without Going Broke

aaron — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 16:11:59 +0000

Two professional healthy eaters share their secrets for feeding yourself on a budget.

Source: Here’s How Dietitians Actually Eat Healthy Without Going Broke

Drone Aerial video-Max Seigal

aaron — Sun, 10 Jan 2016 18:09:11 +0000

Here’s How Many Hours You Need to Work to Pay Rent in Every State

aaron — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 17:05:27 +0000

This is so crazy.

Source: Here’s How Many Hours You Need to Work to Pay Rent in Every State

Commenting Problem

aaron — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 05:28:26 +0000

Super Socializer

https://wordpress.org/support/topic/comment-box-getting-resized

Timelines

aaron — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 02:01:19 +0000

see my timeline below

[timeline id=”example-unqiue” name=”timeline”]

ahaha

New Custom Fields -How to show?

aaron — Fri, 08 Jan 2016 07:04:54 +0000

this post helped so much!!!!

https://wordpress.org/support/topic/advanced-custom-fields-display-google-map-on-your-theme/

resource: http://www.advancedcustomfields.com/resources/

[field link]

Title-[field title]

Date-[field date]

Location-[field location]

Name-

[field name]

Map-[field map]

map—-
[array map_field=map]
Address: [field address]

Latitude: [field lat][lat]

Longitude: [field lng]
[/array]

[array map]
field: [field map]
[/array]

[content]

Comments-[field comments]

[/loop]

Multipoint Cable Cam & Follow w/ Free Look for Solo

aaron — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 18:08:36 +0000

Shipping Container As An Underground Wine Cellar

aaron — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 17:46:58 +0000

aaronsworld.com

updates

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Sliders

GuestBook

VPN using a raspberrypi

Arduino -sensors for the blind

‘Pooper-scooper’ drone clean up dog poo before you step in it

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Raptor Nest Surveys

This is the only file you need (opens in Google Earth) – – -> Google Earth file (.kmz)< – – –

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Arduino temperature sensor tutorial – DHT22 vs. DS18B20 1-Wire

ecebots – LM35 temperature sensor Arduino Interface

Do Rechargeable Lithium-Ion AA Batteries Exist? – MetaEfficient

Airspace Systems Inc One Touch Interceptor TI

Behind The Crash Of 3D Robotics, North America’s Most Promising Drone Company

Jeremy Blum

Quail watering system

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RCDH RETRACT LANDING GEAR FOR DJI PHANTOM 3 Professional/Advanced

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Drone with fully enclosed props

Arivale – Your Scientific Path to Wellness

15 NW Washington Hikes that are 3 Miles Long or Less

The Ultimate Pacific Northwest Bucket List: 100 Breathtaking Adventures

Nutrients To Boost Your Immune System

DJI PHANTOM 3 SMART BATTERY MOD AND KIT WITH INCLUDES

Anti Gravity Airmode Alien

Should you upgrade from the Phantom 3 to the Phantom 4?

3DR IRIS + blueprint for 3d printer

DJI SDK

FPV for Syma X5C -50 bucks

Drone Charging Station

Guided precision landing

This is the only file you need (opens in Google Earth)
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