Groundstation build for Inspire1 dual control.

All tips and hints are welcome here before i start drilling and cutting.

Here is a picture of it

I done a custom cut on a Peli case for a Phantom etc. with an electric carving knife.
I would strongly suggest making a template first and playing around with different configurations before cutting.

Is this the Pick and Pluck foam  supplied with the Peli cases?  If it is, from my experience try and pluck out as much as possible as once you start cutting into the foam between the pre-cut pieces when placing items in and out of the case the little sections just peel off.  This happens for example when cutting curves and shaped areas.  You can try some super glue  to stop the small sections peeling off, but it makes the foam solid / hard where it is applied.

I also seen a You Tube video of a guy who used Plasti-dip spray once finished cutting which supposedly stiffens up and coats the surface of the foam making it more durable, but cant comment on that as never tried it.  See link below :



You may also want to think twice about locating the iPad screens above the controllers, especially when closing the lid !!  Possibly locate them in the bottom section with foam inbetween for transporting.

Seems like a large case though !!  Do you need it that big ??

GB44 Posted at 2015-2-4 23:48
I done a custom cut on a Peli case for a Phantom etc. with an electric carving knife.
I would strong ...

Nice demo, thanks for this link.
Also planning to build in the charger(s)
A space for goggles.
The sunshades for the tablets can fold and so protect when closing the lid.

Dundee,

Dont forget  the space for the Tinnies and the croc knife !!!

for me it looks like you will get problem with the antenna signal when the inspire is in fron of your ground station
maybe im wrong

phantomyuval.em Posted at 2015-2-5 02:56
for me it looks like you will get problem with the antenna signal when the inspire is in fron of you ...

You're correct this could cause interference issues. But it's cool looking?

He will need to test to be sure..

GB44 Posted at 2015-2-5 02:48
Dundee,

Dont forget  the space for the Tinnies and the croc knife !!!

believe it or not.There will be a space for my croc knife.

In case of interference, i can always take TX in hand, only connected with the lightbridge-cable or USB.
I think +/- 2 meter (6feet) will give some mobility around the station.
Also thinking of some kind of stand to put it on while in use. Maybe a alu stand used for electronic keyboards.

dundee Posted at 2015-2-5 13:46
In case of interference, i can always take TX in hand, only connected with the lightbridge-cable or  ...

How did your case turn out dundee? Were there any Tx issues?

southerndoug Posted at 2015-4-16 10:49
How did your case turn out dundee? Were there any Tx issues?

I changed my concept on this 1case - 2operator idea.
I will put it in 2 separate cases(boxes). I post pictures here when ready.
Each box will be same box-type and size as the

I have several projects running simultanious now.
1) 3D printed holster so you can more easely build your own (2/3/4/5 or 6) DIY gang charger.
2) Live Streaming on youTube. ( just in case i takes to long to appear in the Inspire1 app)
3) A better way to Pre/Post fly checking list. (interactive)
4) Creating a interactive internet site exclusive for Inspire1 owners.

Hey Dundee,

Some nice work right there - upon a first read I was thinking that separating the two might be an idea - but then you covered that.
Looking forward to your next instalment!