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waterproof - fly in rain?

Posted: Sat May 28, 2011 4:35 pm
by dodecopter
is there any possibility to make a copter rain resistant?

i thought about it, bt had no good idea until now.

at least the motors are the problem, because they need cooling air...but shouldnt get wet...

anyone an idea?

Re: waterproof - fly in rain?

Posted: Sat May 28, 2011 9:05 pm
by Teo
Motors do not need any protection just spray some CRC or WD-40 to bearings after flight to avoid corrosion and rust. For other electronics you can use CurverĀ® (water tight plastic box) or similar. You need only seal the wire gland with silicone and then you can use your multicopter as submarine ;)

Re: waterproof - fly in rain?

Posted: Mon May 30, 2011 5:18 pm
by quadslo
Interesting idea... If you fly ower the water in rain, you could make some very nice shots. :)