ORIGINAL: jjmretired
I have an uncontrolable WW1 triplane. Due to the scale landing gear which is well in front of the ballance point, I can't control takeoffs. I would like to install a gyro on the rudder for ground handleing.
Will the GY401 work for this application? Also, can I use a non digitial servo with the GY401. I have a 9202 installed.
After the airplane takes off, I have no further use for the gyro. Can I some how shut it off after take off?
I called Futaba tech support and they said "get a GY611". I don't want to spend $370 if the GY401 will work.
I have never used a gyro and have six other WW1 tail draggers that I have no problems with on take offs. Any help is appriciated.
Brand: Futaba
Model number: GYA352
Condition: 100% Brand New (MINT)
Features:
Two axis control type (X-axis/Y-axis) Two axis of aileron, elevator or rudder can be simultancously controlled by GYA352. (For aileron, always use X-axis)
Built-in gyro mixing for Elevon/V-tail wing
AVCS used forward, climb, descent, back, knife edge, and other flying attitudes are main tained even when the wind shifts. Therefore, since meeting rudder is almost completely unnecessary, flying is easy. At the same time, the gyro automatically corrects bad tendencies of the aircraft
SMM gyro sensor
Newly developed very low drift SMM (Silicon Micro Machine) gyro sensor practically eliminates trim changes during flight
Remote gain and mode switching functions
Remote gain function lets you switch the gyro gain from the transmitter. AVCS mode/Normal mode/Gyro OFF can also be switched from the transmitter
Intergrated type, compact size, and light weight Compact size (43x30x30.5mm) and light weight (49.5g) have been achieved by the use of high density mounting technology
Conductive resin case improves EMC resistance (electrostatic, electromagnetic wave interference) Ratings:
Control system : Digital advanced PI(Proportional Integration) control
Gyro sensor : SMM(Silicon Micro Machine) system vibration gyro
Operating voltage : +4 to +6VDC
Dimensions : 43 x 30 x 30.5mm
Weight : 49.5g (including connector)
Functions : Gyro operation direction switch, Mixing switch, Gyro gain trimmer, and Control gain trimmer