Ultimate Eagle Eyes Antenna Tracker

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Ultimate Eagle Eyes Antenna Tracker ===================================== Introduction -------------- This work-in-progress version of my ultimate antenna tracker for the Eagle Tree Eagle Eyes ground station is designed to support 360-degree pan and 180-degree tilt, even with very large antennas. I'm currently using the TrueRC 2.4G Gatling, which measures about 10 inches by 10 inches. The entire setup bolts straight onto a Bosch BT150 tripod for easy transportation and disassembly. Please note that this tracker is not recommended for long and heavy antennas such as large helicals or yagis since the tilt servo has to work quite a lot and you can't really install a counterweight to balance it without losing the ability to tilt 180 degrees. I've found the tracker to work very well and have used it for long-range flights without any issues. Installation Instructions --------------------------- There are no building instructions as I'm not taking apart my tracker again, however I've uploaded tons of pictures that should be enough to base your build on. Additional materials needed: * A 2-3 inch long M5 screw * 2x M5 nuts * Lots of M3 screws (of varying lengths) * A few M3 nuts (I only used four) * 4x 35mm M3 standoffs (the ones commonly used on racing drones) Notes: This is a work-in-progress, so things may still change. Print all pieces once with the specified settings. Supported Hardware ------------------- * Quanum Diversity RX (will fit both 5.8 or 2.4GHz versions) * Eagle Tree Eagle Eyes (without case) * GWS Winch servos: one 180-degree, one 360-degree * All kinds of antennas, even pretty large ones (just depends on servo torque) * A version with a mount for a 1.3GHz yagi antenna is also included. Made by ThomasDino. * Bosch BT-150 tripod - If there is an interest, I will gladly make other bottom plates. Known Issues -------------- * The servo holes might be a bit too tight depending on your printer * The servo plates/horns are probably not suitable for long-term usage and might need to be replaced by metal ones * The middle hole for the antenna SMA to go through is a bit too tight, use a screwdriver to widen it * You will most likely need a metal servo holder for the pan, the printed one wears out very quickly with heavier antennas. I recommend this one: https://www.banggood.com/Robot-Biaxial-Servo-Spare-Part-Round-Servo-25T-Mount-Bracket-for-DIY-Robot-p-1068917.html?rmmds=search I will update the holder to have correct screw spacing for it. Version History ---------------- * 6.9.2018: Initial Work-In-Progress Release * 9.9.2018: Added tons of pictures! Credits ---------- The Eagle Eyes box was modified from here: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:980652 (by chrishornby) The Servo plate was modified from here: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2636733 (by infectedfpv26) The RX holder is based on this one: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2511971 (by QuadFramesUK)