I wanted to create an ultra-small whoop.
I inspired by these two fantastic builds, and I've built my own drone.
Yokto Quad
Jellyfish
Here are the points where I aimed to differentiate and innovate:
Ease of Maintenance:
Versatility with Whoop Attachment:
The flying experience is fascinating, providing a sensation similar to throwing small stones.
It offers linear flight with quick acceleration and easy changes in posture.
However, the challenge lies in insufficient thrust during turns.
Frame |
46.5mm tinywhoop frame by odekake_P
Thingiverse.com
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See Site |
Flight Controller |
BetaFPV Toothpick F4 1S 5A AIO Brushless Flight Controller V3 - ELRS 2.4G
(3 builds)
Pyrodrone.com
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$39.99 |
Motors |
4 x Happymodel EX0802 14000KV 19000KV 25000KV 1 2S Bürstenlosen Motor für RC FPV Racing Freestyle Mobula6 HD Tinywhoop Drohnen
(8 builds)
De.aliexpress.com
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$54.56 |
Propellers |
4Pairs 8pcs 2 Blade Gemfan 31mm 2 1210 31mm 2 Blade PC Propeller for RC FPV Freestyle Tinywhoop Micro Drones DIY Parts
(4 builds)
Aliexpress.com
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$0.68 |
FPV Transmitter |
Rush Tiny Tank Mini 48CH 5V PIT/25/100/200/MAX 350mW TBS Smart Audio FPV Transmitter for RC Racer Drone
(67 builds)
Banggood.com
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$22.16 |
Receiver |
ELRS Lite Receiver
(24 builds)
Betafpv.com
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$5.99 |
Batteries |
BT2.0 300mAh 1S 30C Battery (8PCS)
(13 builds)
Betafpv.com
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$29.99 |
I really like the concept and tbh you inspired me to start smth similar. However, I do think the battery placement is blocking airflow - regardless, if it works, it works! cheers mate
This canopy made by RC shop "helimonstor" in my country, Japan.
I love it.
https://helimonster.jp/?pid=173138198
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Nice build! Its fun (and tricky) to build these things so small. My Yokto quad isnt my favorite flyer (not as much power as i'd like) but it gets the most attention! And you are right, it is not very easy to maintain. If i break an arm, its a 30 minute ~ 1 hour job to fix haha. Ah the price of being small....
I also have the same impression about the flying characteristics of small quads, and I can't help but feel dissatisfied with the flying behavior compared to a regular 65mm Tiny.
But I've always wanted to try a small build, and your Yokto Quad has been a great inspiration! Thank you very much!