Gaio Glider
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Bill of Materials
- Thin CA GLUE x 1:
- Nut M3 x 1: Nut for the screw - body connector
- Nut M6 x 2: Nut for the screw - wing connector
- M2*6 x 12: Screw - servo cover
- M6*35 x 2: Screw - wing connector
- M3*40 x 4: Screw - body connector
- M2*10 x 2: Screw - horizontal stabilaizer connector
- Plaster mold x 1: Plaster mold for casting the lead tailweight
- Extension Lead Cable for Futaba JR Y Harness Servo Lead Extension x 2: Y Harness
- XT60 Connectors x 1: Plug Battery
- ZOP Power 3S 11.1V 1500mAh 120/240C 16.65Wh LiPo Battery XT60 Plug x 1: LiPo Battery
- Carbon Rod 2mm x 17: 2mm
- Carbon Rod 5mm x 3: 5mm
- Servo Extension Cable x 1: Cable
- Mylar x 1: Hinges
- Lead x 1: Tail counterweight
- Rubber Wheel for Landing Gear 2.5cm x 1: Wheel
- Folding Propeller With Spinner x 1: Propeller
- Stainless Steel Cable 1mm x 2: Servo cable
- PTFE Teflon Tube (2.0mm ID/4.0mm OD) x 1: Servo cable tube.
- VolantexRC ASW28 ASW-28 V2 Sloping x 6: Servo Horn
- VolantexRC 4023 KV1050 Brushless Motor x 1: Brushless Motor
- MG90S Metal Gear RC Micro Analog Servo 13.4g x 6: Servo
- ZOP Power 3S 11.1V 1500mAh 120/240C 16.65Wh LiPo Battery XT60 Plug for RC x 1: Battery
- FLYCOLOR FlyDragon Lite Plus 30A 2-4S Dual Way Brushless ESC With 5.5V/2A BEC f x 1: ESC
Description
Gaio it is my first aircraft creation and its also the name of bird. (It is in the development phase.) This functional glider model, with a motor, was created so that it can be printed on the Bambu A1 mini. The base that served as inspiration was the Discus-2c glider. The development was done with the incredible Onshape software. The aerodynamic tests were done with the Airshaper.com website. After two years of development and many kilos of filament, I have reached the flight testing phase. It is at this stage that I publicly share Gaio. All comments that can improve this project are very welcome. Thank you very much Onshape and Airshaper.
The Gaio glider was designed to be printed using a Bambu Lab A1 Mini (180mm x 180mm x 180mm) with a 0.4mm nozzle, a standard flow, white and red PETG filament, and a Scarf finish in Contour mode. I created a slower print profile with thin brim and supports, with better 10mm supports, called ASA4_0.20mm Standard @BBL A1M, for improved results and finish on the printed parts. It's worth waiting for a better result with more precise tolerances. No AMS Needed. The TPU filament is for the tail and wing tips wheels.
This project is currently under development; all constructive feedback is welcome.
The Gaio glider was developed to be printed on the BAMBU 3D A1 Mini printer, mainly using PETG filament as a compromise between weight and strength. For better results in finish and aerodynamics, I chose the "Contour" option in relation to the filament scarf.
Carbon rods were used for the internal structure. To increase the strength of the carbon rods, I created some glued-on tips. This prevents the ends of the carbon rods from coming apart. You can download these tips at: https://makerworld.com/en/models/3072367-carbon-rod-tip#profileId-3458871
The Gaio Glider requires several components to function; a detailed list is provided below. The images shown are intended to facilitate the search for materials for less experienced users. The brands shown are for reference only.
Several parts of the Gaio Glider are secured with screws. The image below shows the dimensions and location of the screws.
The center of gravity is calibrated through a space in the tail where a lead weight can be inserted.
License
You shall not share, sub-license, sell, rent, host, transfer, or distribute in any way the digital or 3D printed versions of this object, nor any other derivative work of this object in its digital or physical format (including - but not limited to - remixes of this object, and hosting on other digital platforms). The objects may not be used without permission in any way whatsoever in which you charge money, or collect fees.
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