Devlog #1 [Real] - Schematic design and shopping

Summary

• Used various different sources to learn about different components used in FCs
• Learned how to use datasheets, Webench, LCSC part selections, etc.
• Spent time reviewing different requirements for batteries and W/T ratios for drones in general and picking the right batteries and circuit designs
• Spent a lot of time scoping and rescoping the PCB, including having to remove battery charger and using an external ESC as it was too complex and tight for the compact PCB, especially while having a separate MCU and a lot of other peripherals
• Learned how to use the STM32CubeMX firmware and how different protocols worked
• Started exploring PCB editor and systematically arranging components

Next Steps

• Finish arranging PCB
• Route the PCB and get it verified
• Finish the CAD model and final BOM
• Come up with a basic template for firmware