Large Modular Hexacopter Drone Frame 3D print model

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I'm working on a drone design that will showcase Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) technology and serve as a platform for experimentation. The drone's arms are modular, designed to accommodate rotors ranging from 12 inches in diameter to larger or smaller sizes by adding or removing extension modules. This flexibility makes it easy to adjust the configuration depending on specific requirements. This design is still unfinished, lacking a central chassis that houses electronic components and legs with extensions to increase ground clearance. I intend to redesign these features to accommodate moderately sized gimbals and ensure they meet specific safety standards. My primary objective is to fly this drone autonomously using Arducopter software and explore the boundaries of future regulatory guidelines set by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This modular design allows for versatile configurations, from tiny printer-friendly setups to larger or smaller propellers with extension modules removed. This enables users to customize the platform according to specific needs. To assemble this drone, users should ensure all through-holes are secure using M2 bolts, and tighten carefully to avoid stripping them, particularly on truss segments where locking nuts may be necessary.