The APM 2.8 Flight Controller is the perfect tool for anyone aspiring to become an electronic geek or looking to build their own drone. This upgraded version of the earlier 2.5 and 2.6 models integrates a built-in compass, making it an ideal choice for FPV RC drones. The flight controller expertly manages motor speed via signals to the ESCs, enhancing the flying experience with precise navigation.
Key Features:
- Enhanced Navigation: Built-in compass for improved directional accuracy, with an option to switch to an external compass.
- Versatile Applications: Compatible with multi-copters, rovers, and even capable of turning fixed-wing or rotary aircraft, as well as cars and boats into fully autonomous vehicles.
- Advanced Technology: Utilizes the same reliable sensors as the APM 2.6, ensuring consistent performance.
- Award-Winning Design: Known for winning the prestigious Outback Challenge UAV competition, this flight controller is recognized for its superior functionality.
Specifications:
- Compatibility: Can be used with a variety of vehicle types including drones, cars, and boats.
- Processor: Features Atmel’s ATMEGA2560 and ATMEGA32U-2 chips for processing and USB functions.
- Sensors: Includes Invensense’s MPU-6000 6 DoF Accelerometer/Gyro and MS5611-01BA03 barometric pressure sensor from Measurement Specialties.
- Memory: Onboard 4 MegaByte Dataflash chip for automatic data logging.
- GPS Options: Optional off-board GPS, a uBlox LEA-6H module with compass.
Powerful Ground Control Software Features:
- Mission Planner Software: Easily configure and control your APM board via the downloadable mission planner software. This includes point-and-click waypoint entry through Google Maps, downloading mission log files for analysis, and full hardware-in-the-loop UAV simulator capabilities.
Package Includes:
- 1 x APM 2.8 Multicopter Flight Controller
- 2 x Connecting Wires
Ideal for: Anyone looking to build or upgrade a drone with a high-performance, autonomous flight controller capable of executing complex missions with waypoints.
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