I want to build a UAV. I have most of it planned out. I’m listing the costs below. I will be using the Ardupilot for autopilot controls.
| Item | Price |
| Airframe | $80 |
| Power Upgrades | $80 |
| Ardupilot | $25 |
| GPS module | $60 |
| GPS interface cable | $3 |
| Ardupilot Shield (with sensors) | $60 |
| XYZ Sensor | $100 |
| FTDI Breakout Board (or usb cable) | $14 |
| Xbee Pro 900Mhz | $43 |
| Xbee Adapter Kit | $10 |
| Xbee Pro 900Mhz RPSMA | $45 |
| 900Mhz Antenna | $8 |
| Xbee USB board | $25 |
| LiPoly Battery | $20 |
| Battery Charger | $23 |
| Futuba Radio | $260 |
| Total Cost | $856 |
I would also like to get these servos Hitec HS-81 Micro Servo U , maybe this speed controller TURNIGY Plush 30amp Speed Controller and some other sensors/payload, like a video camera and other cool stuff. With a solid $1000 I could make a pretty decent UAV.
I was also thinking of putting a forward facing camera to have some cool flight footage. Like this http://www.rangevideo.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=49&products_id=135&zenid=2313566819607541d9a0593d7ddd07a6
