Custom FPV Quadcopter Integration & Flight System Setup
Built and configured a custom FPV quadcopter, integrating propulsion, RF communication, flight control firmware, and LiPo power systems.
Problem
Small UAV platforms require tight integration between propulsion electronics, RF communication, flight control firmware, and power systems. Achieving reliable flight requires correct electrical assembly, firmware configuration, and system tuning.
Role
Solo Builder — Assembly, Setup, and TestingPersonal Project • Summer 2020
Hardware assembly, electronics soldering, RF system integration, firmware flashing, flight configuration, and payload mount design.
Tools & Skills
Betaflight flight firmwareSolderingBrushless motor systemsLiPo battery systemsFPV analog video systemsRC radio control systemsFusion 360 (payload mount design)3D printing
Results
Assembled a carbon-fiber quadcopter frame integrating brushless motors, flight controller, and ESC stack.
Soldered motor leads and power connections to the flight controller/ESC board and verified electrical continuity.
Integrated RF receiver, FPV camera, and video transmitter for real-time first-person flight.
Flashed and configured open-source flight control firmware and tuned control parameters for stable flight.
Evaluated multiple LiPo battery configurations (4S and 5S) to compare thrust response, flight performance, and system behavior.
Designed and 3D-printed a custom GoPro payload mount to enable onboard video capture.
Personal hardware project demonstrating early experience with UAV electronics integration and flight systems.
Build Artifacts
Completed quadcopter build with integrated FPV and flight-control hardware.
Disassembled view showing the internal electronics stack, wiring, FPV components, and frame layout during assembly.
