SMS500 - sleek, modular S500 drone cover

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This is the cover for my S500 quadcopter, designed to look sleek and premium despite its affordable price point. I opted against angular covers that scream cheapness, instead seeking something more refined with ample space for components. To make printing easier - or re-printing after a crash - exchangeable parts were a must-have. The modular design allows for various versions or color combinations of each part to fit seamlessly together. My vision has taken shape. Currently, the parts include: * A _corner piece_ that sits atop the wing and upper plate, providing space for cables and adding rigidity by connecting the two plates. * _Short skirts_ that cover the flanks down to the knee, or rather the upper plate, offering a clean aesthetic. * A _dome_, the only part requiring supports, held in place by four noses. If the fit is too tight, one or two noses might need shortening. As you can see from the pictures, my craft features four black corner pieces, four red short skirts, and a black dome, all secured with eight 2.5x30 mm bolts.