Recent content by Richard Espy

They also just released a graphic talking a little bit about their follow me function. Makes sense for them to talk about it since hitting an object in the way even at low speeds would be catastrophic for a low speed design.

Why not? It looks promising. And for $299, it's not a terrible price

Hello again everyone! If you remember the XT Flyer drone I talked about some time ago on here, it turns out the company making them is stepping up their game. They just started a Kickstarter a few days ago and seem to have some of a following on social media. Anyone thinking about getting their...

Yes, on the video the drone seems like it's made on cheap plastic or a 3D printer, but the idea could work well for novices if the build quality is appropriate. Obviously it's a toy version that's on the video, so that might explain the seemingly lower quality

I think they are not alone in their approach, but they are definitely serious. Check out patent info filed for a "Self-righting frame and aeronautical vehicle "

No matter how it falls from the sky, it can go back to an upright position and continue to fly. It’s called XT Flyer It’s being tested at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University What do you guys think?