Video Timestamps

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• [0:38] Peter explains why he goes from “outside in” while building his custom drone
• [1:02] A recap of Build Day 2
• [1:15] What is a common mistake that people make while checking motor rotation?
• [2:18] Why should you add hot glue over the power leads after soldering the power leads to the ESC’s?
• [4:02] Find out why you should opt for the XT 90 or XT 60 over the EC 5
• [4:57] Paul and Peter go over the agenda for today’s build class
• [5:19] What are some of the sources to get 3D printed parts if you do not own a 3D printer?
• [8:20] What are the advantages of using a Castle Creations Bec? And, what are the sources to buy one?
• [8:54] What is the purpose of installing snakeskin on the wires?
• [9:10] Learn how you can attach signal cables from each arm to the PIXHAWK
• [9:51] Which are the advantages of using the Mission planner to upload your firmware?
• [10:20] Watch this demo and learn how you can upload firmware using Mission planner
• [12:19] What can you do if the servo wires are not long enough reach over to the autopilot?
• [13:08] Tips and tricks to solder the right way
• [16:46] Rationale behind adding heat wrap to the ends of servo wires
• [17:30] How can you check if your heat shrink is strong enough and airworthy?
• [18:38] Why should you use an interface for FPV system with infrared sensor? Where should you buy it, and how much does it cost?
• [19:15] Measuring wire length so that they do not get tangled with the camera