S800 block for RunCam Split 2

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I've designed this block to harness the RunCam Split 2 camera and 9gr Tower Pro Servo for a single-axis gimbal system. The result is seamless, offering a 360-degree view that includes what's below the model as well as in front of it. This feature is particularly useful when landing on sandy or snowy terrain, providing complete coverage of the camera. To power this setup, an additional Arduino Mini drives the servo, reading FPORT frames and extracting throttle and gimbal channel information. When the throttle reaches 0, the driver automatically covers the camera, ensuring a smooth landing experience. The system also detects failsafe conditions and adjusts the camera position to capture what's in front of it. This functionality could be integrated into the flight controller (FC), but INAV has limitations when working with Omnibus F3 platforms, consuming I2C bus resources even if they're not utilized. By using an additional driver, you can drive the servo for only 3 seconds after detecting a position change request, preventing damage and saving energy in case the gimbal gets blocked by something. This feature helps eliminate vibrations caused by the servo trying to move excessively.