Stefan Ekstam | DJI F550 Hexacopter Box Drop @StefanEkstam | Uploaded May 2014 | Updated October 2024, 2 hours ago.
I have mounted a simple dropping device on my multirotor, and these are the first tests of the device.

The first item dropped is a teddybear, and the second item is a high altitude ballooning payload box with cameras and sensors.

Stay tuned for more information about the high altitude ballooning project!

Equipment:
- Frame: DJI F550
- Gyro: DJI Naza v2 with GPS
- Gimbal: DJI Zenmuse H3-2D
- Camera: GoPro Hero3, Black Edition
- Radio: Futaba T14SG with receiver R7008SB
- Battery: Li-Po 4S (14.8V), 6200 mAh
- Motors: Stock F550 (DJI 2212/920)
- Esc: Stock F550 (DJI ESC 30 amps OPTO)
- Propellers: Stock DJI 10"