The MiniFly is an open-source quadcopter drone kit powered by STM32 flight control, ideal for DIY enthusiasts. This practical kit enables users to build and program their own drone while learning about drone flight mechanics. With flexible customization options, the MiniFly supports precise control, stable flight, and component upgrades, making it suitable for education, experiments, or hobby projects. Its compact design provides a hands-on experience for both beginners and advanced users seeking to explore drone technology.

Parameters

ATK-MiniFly Quadcopter

• Control Methods: Remote controller or smartphone
• Flight Altitude: Up to 100 meters
• Battery Capacity: 250mAh
• Flight Time: Approximately 9 minutes (bare drone)
• Waypoint Flight: Requires an additional optical flow module
• Aerial Photography Support: Requires an optional module
• Operating Temperature: -20C to 60C
• Max Payload: 15 grams
• Dimensions: 13cm x 13cm
• Weight: 30 grams (bare drone)

ATK-Remote

• Frequency Band: 2.4G
• Control Range: Over 100 meters (open space)
• Battery Capacity: 200mAh
• Operating Time: Approximately 4 hours
• Joystick Lifespan: 100 million+ uses
• Display: 0.96-inch OLED
• Operating Temperature: -20C to 60C
• Dimensions: 11cm x 10cm
• Weight: 62g

Integrated Circuit Details

• Communication Module: Uses NRF51822 with RFX2401 for independent antenna support, enabling 100m of 2.4G wireless/Bluetooth communication. (Bluetooth control requires custom code development.)
• Sensors: Includes MPU9250 nine-axis sensor for attitude calculation, and BMP280 barometer for altitude hold with temperature compensation. Supports complementary filtering, cascade PID, and IIR filtering for precision.

• Main Controller: Powered by STM32F411CEU6, a Cortex-M4 core with 100MHz frequency, 128KB RAM. It offers high performance and flexibility for extensive DIY projects.

Expansion Description 1:

• The expansion interface consists of two 8P 2.0mm vertical pin headers, allowing secure battery fixation and easy connection with various modules, ensuring strong expansion capability.

• It uses a 46mm propeller (clockwise and counterclockwise), with a 0.8mm shaft diameter, paired with a 716 coreless motor. This setup offers a rotation speed of up to 5W RPM, featuring lightweight design, powerful performance, and excellent safety.

Expansion Description 2:

• All essential quadcopter components (propellers, guards, motors, motor mounts, and batteries) are designed for easy disassembly, ensuring convenient assembly and maintenance.
• The motor uses an open-frame mount, making it lightweight, flexible, and easy to install. It also includes protective guards to prevent injury, reduce damage from falls or collisions, and improve durability.

Shipping List

• Quadcopter Main Unit (Includes battery, guards, cover, and two pin headers)
• Quadcopter Remote Controller (Includes battery and antenna)
• Spare Motor 1
• Spare Propellers (Clockwise and Counterclockwise) 2
• Spare Motor Mount 1
• Downloader Module 1
• USB Data Cable 1
• Packaging Box 1