Micro HD Quadcopter Frame - The Kestrel

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I don't think this project is stalled anymore! I'm officially releasing version 1.0 today! I'm designing a compact Acrobrat-like freestyle frame specifically for HD FPV cameras with adjustable arm geometry, allowing for 3" builds weighing under 200 grams and lightweight 4" builds (hopefully!) under 250 grams! The Kestrel frame is licensed under the GNU GPL 2. This new frame should provide a seamless upgrade path from your current 2.5" or 3" bind-n-fly micros. Simply swap in a Runcam Split Mini or Caddx Turtle, transplant the guts of your Leader 3, and start capturing incredible HD freestyle footage! For more details, visit my blog at https://blog.patshead.com/2019/01/im-designing-a-freestyle-micro-quad-frame.html. You can also check out my old, outdated PH145 Nylon 3D Printed Quadcopter frame on Thingiverse: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2118084. Here are some links to get you started: * The Kestrel HD Micro Quad Frame Version 1.0 at patshead.com * I Am Designing a Freestyle HD Micro Quad Frame! at patshead.com * PH145 Nylon 3D Printed Quadcopter on Thingiverse * Me Talking About the Kestrel on YouTube * Kestrel-frame Source Code on Gitlab I removed the OpenSCAD source from Thingiverse, as it was clunky when working with multiple files. The OpenSCAD source and all DXF and SVG output for the Kestrel are now hosted at Gitlab: https://gitlab.com/patshead/kestrel-frame