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Modules
Initiation
FPV Initiation Protocol
MODULE ID: intro-fpv
// Target Objectives
- Distinguish manual flight vs stabilized flight
- Identify pilot class archetypes
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Simulator Protocol
Virtual Muscle Memory Calibration
MODULE ID: simulator-muscle-memory
// Target Objectives
- Thread 5 coordinate gaps in Acro mode
- Complete 20 flight hours virtually
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Core Equipment
Radio Transmitter & Link Quality
MODULE ID: radio-selection
// Target Objectives
- Configure a custom binding phrase in ELRS
- Distinguish 2.4GHz vs 915MHz frequency propagation
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Video Goggles & Ecosystem Selection
MODULE ID: goggles-buying
// Target Objectives
- Evaluate latency differences between digital ecosystems
- Distinguish video receiver antenna polarization patterns
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LiPo Chemistry and Storage Safety
MODULE ID: battery-safety
// Target Objectives
- Recognize safe battery voltage thresholds per cell
- Demonstrate understanding of storage charging guidelines
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Drone Anatomy
Motor Physics & KV Calculations
MODULE ID: motor-selection
// Target Objectives
- Map appropriate motor stator sizes to target voltage categories
- Calculate static thrust-to-weight metrics for prop dimensions
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First Build
Electrical Soldering & Smoke Stopper Controls
MODULE ID: soldering-masterclass
// Target Objectives
- Perform mechanical joint solder bonds on flight control pads
- Implement current protection rules on first power-up connection
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Power & Control Systems
Frame Geometry & Material Science
MODULE ID: frame-selection
// Target Objectives
- Compare True-X vs Deadcat vs H-frame flight characteristics
- Evaluate carbon fiber weave types and arm thickness tradeoffs
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ESC Protocols & Motor Timing
MODULE ID: esc-protocols
// Target Objectives
- Distinguish DShot300 vs DShot600 vs Multishot timing
- Configure bidirectional DShot and RPM filtering
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VTX & Camera Integration
MODULE ID: vtx-camera-setup
// Target Objectives
- Configure VTX channel, band, and power output
- Wire camera OSD and verify clean video signal
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Flight Controller Configuration
MODULE ID: flight-controller-setup
// Target Objectives
- Flash Betaflight firmware and configure UART ports
- Set up receiver protocol, arming flags, and failsafe
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Propeller Aerodynamics & Selection
MODULE ID: propeller-engineering
// Target Objectives
- Analyze pitch vs diameter thrust tradeoffs
- Select optimal propeller for build weight and flight style
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Betaflight Academy
Dynamic PID Controls & Vibration Noise Filtering
MODULE ID: pid-tuning-basics
// Target Objectives
- Distinguish Proportional, Integral, and Derivative gains
- Activate RPM filtering utilizing dynamic bidirectional DShot
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Field Operations
Pre-flight Inspections and Video Recovery Checks
MODULE ID: troubleshooting-check
// Target Objectives
- Diagnose dynamic signal dropouts using localized telemetry parameters
- Execute a comprehensive pre-arm physical integrity audit
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GPS Return-To-Home Fail-safe Setup
MODULE ID: gps-rescue-setup
// Target Objectives
- Map appropriate fail-safe coordinates to active switches
- Calibrate minimal satellite lock configurations for arm validation
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Operational Specializations
Cinematic Operator Specialization
MODULE ID: spec-cinematic
// Target Objectives
- Calibrate gimbal-tilt dynamic fluid response values
- Calculate appropriate ND filter indices matching shutter rates
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Freestyle Proximity Specialization
MODULE ID: spec-freestyle
// Target Objectives
- Execute low-altitude inverted proximity gap threading
- Configure aggressive D-term resonance vibration filters
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Competitive Racing Specialization
MODULE ID: spec-racing
// Target Objectives
- Maintain minimal gate-apex throttle cornering margins
- Flash low-latency custom firmware to 4-in-1 racers
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Long Range Alpine Exploration
MODULE ID: spec-explorer
// Target Objectives
- Map high-altitude mountain signal propagation pathing
- Assemble long-endurance high-density Li-Ion cell packs
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Advanced Systems Integration Specialization
MODULE ID: spec-engineer
// Target Objectives
- Analyze telemetry log gyro heat dissipation coefficients
- Calibrate dynamic commutation timing parameters in AM32
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