Due to the damage, and lack of suitable upgradeability, I am going to forgo repairs on the Tipsy Nipper and instead buy a larger, more repairable, more upgradible test platform for the system.
Key features to consider:
- Portability of current power system (Motor, Speed Controller, Battery)
- Availability of spare parts and/or repairability
- Slow speed
- High lift
- Pusher prop (so propeller doesn't get in the way of the video feed)
Many people have been using the Mutliplex EasyStar, but I feel this may be due in part to the large success of vrflyer using this platform (essentially many people probably just copy his setup).
I am looking at possibly buying the Wingo Porter (see picture above). It has two motors, HUGE wing area, and is very durable and repairable. In addition, the Porter is also designed to carry a payload. Unfortunately, it appears as though it may no longer be available.
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