Hi Guys,
Just a note to let you know I set up differential steering for the Mallard. I was able to set up the three mixes last night in about 15 mins thanks to the servo position display on the DX7. Fantastic device! Isn't technology wonderful!!
Anyway, when I activate the mixes with a switch, the left motor will speed up for a right turn and right for a left turn. How much speedup depends on how much I move the rudder left or right. This morning, I connected all the motors, receiver and battery and tested with a tach. Works GREAT! Up to about 1800 rpm speedup with present settings. I may have to adjust the mixes after I find out how much differential is really needed.
Also looks like normal max throttle prop speed is the same on both. Shouldn't cause any trim issues. Don't know what would happen at speed if differential steering was turned on!
Those two little motors deliver 250+ watts on a half discharged battery spinning MA 6x4-3 blade props!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Joe
ps Added a photo per Ken's request. This can be fun!!
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3 comments:
nice work Joe, Some of us a still struggling with the old technology look forward to seeing at lily pond
Ken
How you do that with the pics?
Ken,
I clicked on the "pencil" to edit the post and then there is an icon in the top tool bar to add an image. Then use that tool to browse your PC for the photo you want to upload.
Joe
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