CrazyCopter – A Flying PCB

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CrazyCopter – A Flying PCB

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If the ccTLD is correct, this remarkable CrazyFlie micro-quadcopter project originates from—or is at least hosted on a server in—the South Pacific island nation of Niue. The video reports a 20 gram weight, a 4.5 min flight time using the battery on the underside of the board, and a 12×12 cm footprint. [via adafruit]

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