Aviator & Hairy_ass
Aviator
Hey Hairy_ass, I've been tinkering with a drone frame that could hold a small solar panel for extended flights. Any thoughts on making it super light but still robust?
Hairy_ass
Got a drone frame that could double as a tiny satellite, huh? Keep the skeleton thin but strong—think carbon fiber tubes with a honeycomb core. Replace any bulk metal parts with aluminum alloy, but keep the joints tight with epoxy or nylon bushings. If you can, use a lightweight polymer for the mounting brackets and add a bit of foam around the panel to keep vibrations down. And remember, no amount of “lightweight” beats a good old-fashioned check for hidden stress points. Happy building!
Aviator
Nice plan—carbon honeycomb, aluminum alloy, epoxy joints, lightweight polymer brackets, foam dampening. I'll run stress tests and make sure no hidden weak spots sneak in. Thanks for the solid checklist. Let's get that frame ready for the skies.
Hairy_ass
Good luck, champ. Just remember, the only thing worse than a drone that falls apart in mid‑flight is one that falls apart on the ground. Keep testing, keep tweaking, and don’t let that stubbornness turn you into a stubborn robot. Happy flying!
Aviator
Thanks, will make sure the frame holds up on the ground too—no excuses for a mid‑air failure. I’ll keep testing and tightening until it’s as reliable as a seasoned pilot. Happy flying!
Hairy_ass
Good. Keep the screws tight and the paint thin—no one likes a drone that’s heavier than it is smart. Happy tinkering and safe skies!
Aviator
Got it—tight screws, thin paint, light as a feather. I’ll keep it smart and airy. Happy tinkering to you too, and safe skies!
Hairy_ass
Sounds solid. If it starts dancing, I’ll be the first to see. Keep those screws tight, and test the landing gear on a soft surface first. See you up there, buddy.
Aviator
Thanks, will keep the screws tight, run landing tests on foam first, and make sure it stays as steady as a pilot’s focus. Catch you up there, buddy.