This is a continuation of the Quaduino thread. (This thread is dedicated to quad copters that use an Arduino micro controller and it's IDE.)
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1) AeroQuad by Mikro (*Download contains complete code. This is the most documented and supported quaduino.)
Highlights-
1)RX channel order independent using Pcint.
2)Configurator for easy PID adjustments and other features.
3)Optional shield available, and highly recommended.
4)Video

2) ArduCopter by Mikro and DIY-Drones

3)Quaduino-ng by Paulrene (*FightCongrolMegaV1 is the latest version. Old version here. Generously offered in as "as is" package.)
Highlights-
1)FlightcontrolMegaV1 uses Pcint to read a single pulse train in. Works with any TX. Pcint may not be as stable as ServoDecode method.
2)Old version uses RX channel order dependent code that takes in a single PPM pulse train from a hacked receiver. Doesn't work with any receiver but its more stable than Pcint.
3)Uses 12c for sensor data.

4)Caspiquad by dcaspi (*Working version. Well documented. Gererously offered in an as is package, but well documented.)
Highlights-
1)Stabilization is based on roll/pitch estimation using accelerometer and gyro inputs.
2)Features efficient C++ code implimentations.

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AeroQuad by Mikro

AeroQuad Flipping in the Park (4 min 50 sec)

AeroQuad v1.7 by infintryoif

Towel Bar Aeroquad (2 min 44 sec)

AeroQuad v1.6 X config testing by enigmasoar
Aeroquad X Outside

AeroQuad v1.6b1 code and v1.6.1 shield stability testing by feliksayk

Quadcopter 6 - Maiden flight (MAR052010) (5 min 7 sec)

AeroQuad pre v1.6 code. By karol adam

AeroQuad (2 min 9 sec)

AeroQuad v1.6- 544 grams AUW by RCvertt

NoHands.AVI (0 min 57 sec)

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Additional First Post Info

Ok, old thread is all closed down. Hope this one goes just as long!

Originally Posted by kaldak

Ok, old thread is all closed down. Hope this one goes just as long!

BTW Kaldak, thanks for starting the first one... it gave us a place where a bunch of us had similar ideas and really start hashing it out!

Originally Posted by Mikro

To slow down the code, just put a delay() statement inside the main loop. Maybe try delay(10); first?

where exactly do you put the code?

Just a quick note to say that I appreciate immensely the dedication, patience and kindness you have all shown in helping us less enlightened aficionados.
The development of this project continues to provide me (and I am sure many others) with loads of fun. If we destroy a few bits in the process...well no one ever made an omelette without breaking a few eggs . To me the journey to a working quad IS the excitement! Chances are I'll turn to something else once I have a reliable working quad. I cannot thank you guys enough for all the learning you have facilitated.

I raise my glass to the new thread.
Don

I have tried Aeroquad v1.2 with servotimer2 and as far as I'm concerned :
- no more cracking sounds
- engine bursts are still very present as you can see on the screen captures

Next step is inputing delay as soon as I find how to

SORRY : Aeroquad v1.1

AeroQuad 1.2? Miko, you've updated it once more?

Originally Posted by feliksayk

AeroQuad 1.2? Miko, you've updated it once more?

woops!!!! I meant Aeroquad v1.1
That's what happens when you take your dreams for reality

Originally Posted by bob.titus

woops!!!! I meant Aeroquad v1.1
That's what happens when you take your dreams for reality

So Bob, you're saying it's working better now? The new AeroQuad v1.0.1 ?

I just noticed you are still using some of those experimental values, the windup guard and level limit. Maybe they are interfering with the Acrobatic mode code.

Originally Posted by feliksayk

So Bob, you're saying it's working better now? The new AeroQuad v1.0.1 ?

No, I mean : it's working better now with Aeroquad v1.1, I insist!
Can somebody explain how come v1.0.1 got upload AFTER v1.1???

Originally Posted by bob.titus

No, I mean : it's working better now with Aeroquad v1.1, I insist!
Can somebody explain how come v1.0.1 got upload AFTER v1.1???

I would say it's either a typographical error or the old v1.0 got a little tweak in it and so now is v1.0.1.

Originally Posted by RCvertt

I put the Quad on the road, and armed the motors... they started to spin gently, and within a second, without me touching the throttle, suddenly went full throttle!!!!
....
Sorry to hear about the slice and dice flight you had At least you have possibly discovered one issue with the code, since changing the values may have affected the full throttle issue.

I'm assuming you didn't write down all of the values you put into the quad for both of these flights so we can reproduce your results? If so, would you mind taking a camcorder along with you so we can at least watch what is going on? I don't want to see you get cut up but I would have liked to see it go into the power lines if it's going to happen anyways.

You assume wrong
Here it is (eventhough the only doubt I have is regarding transmitter value that might have been 0,15 in both cases):

Originally Posted by feliksayk

I would say it's either a typographical error or the old v1.0 got a little tweak in it and so now is v1.0.1.

well then, could somebody explain the main differences betwwen v1.1 and v1.0.1?

Originally Posted by feliksayk

So Bob, you're saying it's working better now? The new AeroQuad v1.0.1 ?

I just noticed you are still using some of those experimental values, the windup guard and level limit. Maybe they are interfering with the Acrobatic mode code.

well again, could somebody then synthetize what should be and what should not be used for values?

I have managed to use Aeroquad Configurator with my french version of WinXP. It was so easy, I'm ashamed I did not think of it right away!
All I had to do was changing the localization of my user in windows control panel
Well it works fine now, and it's MUCH easier to setup the bird this way than constantly swapping between serial monitor and AeroConfig, having to disconnect and reconnect each of them constantly!

I have posted a (very boring) video on Youtube that shows the throttle issue viewed fom the configurator.
- I am using "X" config and "Servotimer2", and never move the sticks other than for arming/disarming purpose (only once I move the throttle a bit)
- the battery is not connected, only the USB is (and it does not change anything to the results if it is)
- you will notice that "mode" channel is toggling as well between min and max, and what is strange is that I initially had an issue with mode causing the serial to freeze...

Hope this helps:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q0sT4-pXX4w