The Raspberry Pi acts as the brain and integrates data from the flight controller to the sensors. Adding a Raspberry Pi to a drone allows it to be customized for different missions. The Pi drone guides out there often dive into detailed steps without explaining the why. Instead, I want to share …

Over the last decade, the commercial UAV industry has grown exponentially. Nowadays UAVs are being used for mapping, infrastructure analysis, navigation, food and package delivery, photography and film making, pest spraying and much more. Also during this decade we have seen Alexa and Siri taking …

The ESP32 is an inexpensive yet super-powerful 32-bit microcontroller that is loaded with advanced features. With built-in WiFi and Bluetooth BLE, the ESP32 can be the brains of your next Sensor, Robotics, or IoT project! The Raspberry Pi is a microcomputer with a micro price. But don’t be fooled …

Building a Raspberry Pi drone might seem intimidating initially, but many makers have successfully completed this project. This section explores why the Raspberry Pi has become the go-to platform for DIY drone enthusiasts, emphasizing its adaptability and the supportive community behind it. The …

The summer, and Louis Wood’s internship with our Maker in Residence, was creeping to a close without his final build making it off the ground. But as if by magic, on his very last day, Louis got his handmade drone flying. The journey of building a custom drone began with designing in CAD software.

Cherie is a Creative Technologist who joined MUO in 2021. She's an avid maker and technical writer, with experience using Raspberry Pi, Arduino, Micro:bit, ATtiny, and ATMega devices as well as E-textiles, 3D printing, and KiCad. Outside of making, Cherie enjoys playing music and working out.