2 Axis Gimbal for IdeaFly4 Quad Copter

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Due to budget constraints and high import costs, I've decided to design and build my own gimbal system for my IdeaFly4 Quad. Small video demonstration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZH8Y2COqCY&feature=youtu.be Instructions: An exploded view of the assembly process is provided, featuring all necessary details for a successful build. I used my Prusa I3 3D printer with a 0.2mm layer height and ABS plastic to manufacture the components. To assemble the gimbal, you will require the following additional parts: * Four 8x3x3mm bearings * Two 10x4x4mm bearings * Two M3 bolt/nut combinations measuring 25mm in length * One M4 bolt/nut combination measuring 25mm in length * Two 9gram servos (I utilized the Turnigy 9g, which appears to function adequately) * Four linkages and ball links (reclaimed from an old HoneyBee helicopter) * Six rubber grommets, fashioned from air conditioner rubber pipe material For assembly purposes, a mixture of ABS plastic and acetone is employed as adhesive. Notably, the gimbal was manufactured using ABS plastic, although PLA may be utilized with minor modifications, given its incompatibility with acetone. The gimbal has been designed to accommodate my Canon SX260 camera, but the base plate can be easily modified to support GoPro or other camera types by utilizing Google Sketchup's modeling capabilities. After extended flight testing, the gimbal demonstrates satisfactory stability and durability. However, I may opt for faster and more precise servos in future iterations.