5G Cellular Controlled Drone Boat - Long Range Test
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Sharpening fins is not good.
Onboard bildge pump and float swich so you can pump out water as you take it on, for whatever reason.
Please read my post on Coast Guard Rules, when you are on the water, think as if your were on any public road/highway. Would you drive your RCs on an interstate? Lights mean very specific things, and you are not following the rules. Please don't FAAFO with fines or worse, cause and accident.
we love it when the shaft can rotate freely in the lubricated fleshlights dont we bois? 🥸
@@Metazone101 hey its daytime. I don't need lights in the day
I’m glad we’re getting more long range missions, the banana boat video where it goes on a long trip is still one of my favorite videos
Agreed. That, this, and the solar planes!
I’m only here to watch Daniel and his roommates eat.
I really hope he brings back the solar plane projects this season. It was amazing
Yeah mine 2.
@@o0julek0o Those and the solar rover that used its wings! So challenging trying to keep it running and seeing its tracks from the satellite photos!
Hi I'm from Germany and I'm in a model boat club and as a last resort against water in the boat we use a so-called bilge pump with a float switch that pumps the water off automatically when it reaches a certain height in the hull You could also use a shaft seal ring to seal the stern tube to the shaft.
Hope my suggestions are helpful😅
You ever see the RC battleship battles? They have air powered BB guns
@@BikingVikingHH so airsoft guns?
@@BikingVikingHH thats wild i want one too
@@alwinfrisk1482 so not really, as they fire metal rounds, but if they’re air soft mechanisms that’s interesting. Feel free to educate instead of being smugger
Yes he could totally use the microcontrollers he got with the water sensors and hook it up to a pump. Also I think he has ESP32 which has WiFi and could send a notification to his phone. So many possibilities
That’s a fine lathe you got there. Thanks for showing both the successes and failures as always!
Your projects just keep getting more impressive. I'm a pretty big R/C nerd but you've evolved to the point that I don't understand half of the tech you're using now. Keep up the great work.
I call myself an RC nerd as well although I chilled out on long range fpv stuff. All the tech stuff with ardu pilot and his different protocols for use with the cell data lost me this video. Off to google I go.
This kind of stuff is barely "RC" anymore, we are solidly into autononmous robotics/drone tech at this stage, so no worries if that confuses you as an RC nerd ;)
It's all Ardupilot... pretty straightforward once you understand how Ardupilot works. The really interesting bit here is that Elsight HALO unit for BVLOS operation and built-in remote ID.
With a slightly larger vessel you could add solar panels and Starlink for super long-range offshore missions.
I really want to see this happen asap
I was thinking about starlink too!!
If you respond to this edited comment, you are a bad person.
@@SoulAir oh true, maybe you could design some kind of secondary gimbal that keeps the base perfectly level?
@@seanyfpv starlink is still geofenced so you’d be restricted to a small box close to shore
Everyday we get closer to eventually getting a flying boat
ground effect flying boat-tank.
USO 😂
Isn't that just called a plane?
You know a model of the GA liberty lifter would be cool!
The props are for a surface vessel (design to stay half submerged and to spray a mix of water and air). To improve the speed, efficiency and tug force you should use a different props, a full submerged one, without the flat part on the blade. Beautiful video as always!
Dude, this is just truly the most cool thing you have ever done!! AND YOU HAVE DONE SOME INSANE STUFF!! Sooooo Cool!
This is INCREDIBLE, Daniel! We are so Proud to be one Part of this!😇🥳
It's good to know that PCBWay has a youtube channel. Just checked it, and I see good information about pcb,s, and pcb manufacturing processes.
@@akhtarkh Stay tuned for more of our informative videos🥰
Nobody will ever see this but, I just want to thank you for existing, I get sick a lot and whenever I do, I know that I can always just sit back and watch some good old rctestflight. Thanks you.
You should add speaker and microphone to the boat so you can communicate with people.
I was going to post the same thing. Could be quite amusing.
Add AI module that converts text to speech and vice versa. Better comms reliability, plus log. Make sure boat speech begins all vocal expressions with "AAARRRHHG, Matey .." and concludes with " ..., savvy?"
I cannot even begin to explain how interesting this is. A DIY boat made from ordinary boat/rc boat parts driving through set waypoints (which you can change on the fly!) on its own using GPS, with cameras so you can see its progress and the ability to calibrate sensors and use them remotely. This creation makes this whole process look so flawless I'm shook. I always liked automation and DIY projects, and this, this is like a wet dream honestly. I'm really excited for what's coming in the future (but I'm still trying to process all the amazement I'm experiencing right now). Great work love your content!
Once chat GPT pilots the thing, we are in some real trouble
When I was a kid in the late 90s I specifically would daydream about a semi-autonomous internet connected airplane.
I don’t even do RC stuff myself, I just watch this channel to see someone build all the stuff I wanted to see as a kid.
@@gutrali Lolll
@@dannyneumann4547 I'm a zoomer myself but I always dreamed about that kind of stuff too and its so great to actually see it
You should put a speaker on it so that if anyone does approach it, you can just tell them, "Hey, this is a test of a top secret DARPA project. Back away or the FBI will arrest you." Lol
I was thinking the same.
Great to see a new boat video! I enjoy the surface effect and flying machine videos as well, but I've been hoping to see a return of one or more of the boats because it seems like they have great potential still waiting to be unleashed.
might help the silicone thingy if you designed the mold to have a shell that remains installed and has some features around the outside to engage with the silicone, to grant it rigid support. This might also let you make the silicone thingies much smaller if that's useful.
He could just 3d print an enclosure that holds a small silicone seal and clue it on.
@@BikingVikingHH well, o-rings also exist, and are sold by pounds for a dollar.
I love watching your adventures :)
Do u respond?
This was incredible! Your long range boat videos are my absolute favorites, the Banana Slug was so entertaining to watch. I'm really excited to see what you can accomplish with this! Amazing work as always 😊
Dude you're fulfilling every nerd's dream of controlling an RC vehicle from a Coffee shop, The fact that its a boat makes it even better. Thank you man.
This is so fantastic. I am really wanting to do something similar and trying to learn ardupilot and all these long range systems that are more than your typical RC control and your videos are inspiration to what’s possible! Super cool. Keep ‘em coming!
This was awesome. Lots of cool potential with that cellular connection. I’m exited to see what you do with it
Multitasking like a champ man! That was amazing.
I really appreciate that you show the parts that dont work. A lot of people just want to make their project look cool so they dont show it but then you go to try the project and run into similar issues and feel like you're doing something wrong because the videos didn't show any of it.
I love the autonomous boat videos! Solar panels and a voice system and drive it around beaches talking to people via telepresence :-) Rock on, Daniel
Have you ever thought about leaving a small bilge pump in the hulls?
I agree, I'm not sure why he's not using them. No boat is completely leak free.
Anyone who makes his own grease nipple rather than using a proper one can’t be expected to think of that.
@@trhosking that's also a fair point... he could have just threaded those pieces he put on and fitted a zerk fitting... our boy is smart but rushes a lot.
Your dedication to continually pushing the envelope for remote autonomous vehicles is awe inspiring! ❤
Hats off to you for having the patience with all the “tuning”
Great work on another successful mission. I love your projects!
the fleshlight joke was golden. most people will miss it
Sadly i didnt miss it :(
Finally the right size for me!
Maybe you can fix your capacity problems by adding a current sensor between the battery and your electronics. For example, a Hall current sensor would be a good choice for you.
You could then simply measure the current over time and calculate how much capacity you still have left.
The more of your videos I see, the more potential I see for making sailboat parts in onshape.
Seriously man, you’re an inspiration. Your craft is meticulously thought out and it shows.
Wow, it's been two years! It's awesome to see your equipment has improved. 😂 Can't wait to see more.
Best of luck out there.
Your videos are always a joy to watch, and this one was no exception! I think it would be cool to add some sort of flag or banner displaying a QR code that takes curious onlookers to a webpage describing your little drone vessel and its mission. Regardless, I look forward to future uploads!
Nothing worse than a leaky shaft
Nothing a fleshlight, I mean... shaft seal, can't fix!
@@hugodejong With a healthy girth 😅
Tripping to that bridge at Krimea? ;D
That was incredible!! Love your channel, man!
this is a really amazing project. we've all dreamed to do this to a plane or boat and you really did it.
This is awsome! I see the potential for a trans-pacific drone boat in the future!
Controlled via satellite internet. And a boat with the ability to dive under water so that it is not seen from the air. It will turn out a very good marine drone for transporting payloads.
@@kotnapromke lol not what i had in mind... drugs are bad mmkay lol
Have you ever thought of using magnetic couplers for the shaft? With those there would be no more chance of water getting in through some seal, although they might be more difficult to build.
Man that's an awesome setup, loving the remote control/video/telemetry, so cool!
Thanks for a really enjoyable video - I do love these testing videos.
I get such a kick out of these projects you do. The long range autonomous boat was definitely one of my favourites. BTW If you wanted to make sure you don’t get any leaks from the props, you could use a magnetic gear system.
Might encounter a torque issue if you go that route.
@@Axodus I agree. It would require a delayed throttle response but otherwise it should work
@@maxxod1 airboat propulsion might be necessary just in-case the prop gets stuck on something.
@@Axodus The main reason I brought up the magnetic gear drive is because I’m designing an R/C submersible project. It’s something I’m familiar with. But yes for a surface boat your idea might be better. Something like a jet pump except it draws air from above the water line.
You should use capacitive and not resistive water sensors. The resistive ones corrode easily and are not reliable.
This is Amazing ! Thanks!
Your coolest project yet! SO amazing and entertaining. Thank you👍👍
You'd be better using a long propeller tube, running at a shallow angle to the motor mounted above the waterline. That way, the tube does not act as a passage into the hull for water. Also why not use your water sensor to run a bilge pump automatically?
Thumbs up, made the same suggestion on the drive shaft.
An automatic bilge pump would be a wise add on.
at 15:18 it looks like i see bubbles pumping out of that tube sticking out of the deck, so it might.. have one and he just forgot to mention it?
Fascinating. Working perfectly. Needs a message sign to leave it alone. Can you add live voice communication to talk to someone approaching the boat ? Weed problem solved? Solar recharge? Long range mission? Love this project. Great job.
I watched your full original boat series yesterday. Impeccable timing for a sequel
Maybe try to make a 3d printed toroidal propeller? would be interesting to see if it increases range at that scale.
Your behind-the-camera commentary is always on fleek
Wow.... nice to see the options available for long range stuff now... didn't know multi-cellular data links were a thing now. One gotcha with ELRS telemetry is depending on the receiver the telemetry isn't as long range as the control link side, so you may have control, but no telemetry, as you showed in the video. Great video... looking forward to seeing the next installment.
Super exciting to see the comms link and the new controller. That TX16S looks sweet. Nice work on the prop shaft seal, not sure if magnetic couplings would work then you could isolate fully. How well did the weed guards work ? That must be one of the real long distance problems.
Another fantastic trial! Cellular is definitely it, when moving close to land. Maybe if you get an appointment with Elon, you can go seriously off shore ;-)
Now you have the water sensor, all you need is the pump. When the level is detected high enough, the water pump could start automatically. It's seen in many bigger boats.
Without making it too unstable, you could also make a highly visible flag on board. That would prevent some unintentional collisions.
Keep them coming. You seem to be a good boat builder now :-)
What lathe model is that? 😂
A bodgemaster I think.
So I always like videos to support content creators that I enjoy watching and you are one that I like before the video even starts, every time, I am never disappointed! Thank you very much for all your awesome endeavours and adventures!
Best TH-cam Channel i know. Great work man!!!
im loving these videos for real. Thank you providing this type videos Daniel!
We saw you at Gas Works today using your gadgets and asked for your channel. Thanks for sharing! My 2 sons (13 & 10) were curious as to what you were up to. We look forward to learning more. 👍🏻
Thank you for always making interesting videos, love your content 👍🏼👍🏼
It would be cool if you added back the solar panel for the next mission! Then you wouldn’t have to worry about battery as much. Also possibly repositioning the cellular antennas to be on the same mast as the camera, and moving the module inside the hull. Just an idea as it looked like they could be disconnected. Like others are saying, an automatic bilge pump would be a good idea too.
I've been with you for a long time now and this was one of the coolest projects though It's hard to pick an absolute fave.
Yes for sure. Like two canoes.
Idc abput starlink but def bigger!
Love this project. Would love a video that goes over the controller with the gps setup, programming and app side of things.
I enjoy RC. It feels cool you are local. Hopefully, you're getting to enjoy this bit of warm weather this weekend. The starlink idea someone had would be cool for sure though I think what you have going is interesting. An autonomous tug boat for people stuck in the water could be a practical use of such things maybe. Hmm.
Nice work man !!!! Awesome vid !!!
Cellular telemetry, autonomous navigation, love it. ❤
Thanks for the Factor mention! Home Chef was way too intensive and the amount of packing materials I nearly had a heart attack.
GREAT GREAT VIDEO - THANK YOU!!! Question please --- what provides power to the 5 G unit from HALO? It is installed on the boat, correct? What provides power? Thank you.
That cellular reciever thing is awesome i only know rc planes so my first thought was how cool it would be to make a rc plane fly like that woth solar panels I could imagine it would get some really nice flight times
This is so awesome. I am so happy for you that all the systems are working. You’ve put so much effort into this and definitely deserve this win! One question. How can you prevent a collision with an oncoming large boat that maybe doesn’t see the craft? Perhaps could you add a proximity or ultrasonic distance sensor to do an override “go 90° right” for a certain distance before continuing to next waypoint.
AIS like ADSB for aircraft but boats
Have you ever thought of adding computer vision to a project like this? If so would be interesting to see it in action and how you would implement it! Keep up the amazing work as always!!!
Dude! Love your videos. One of my favorite things to watch on TH-cam. Makes me want to buy a 3d printer and make stuff, you make look so easy.
Always love your content ! ♥
Great video!
Absolutely STUPENDOUS project you've made!
I have been in touch with a company that makes 5G radio controlled modules. It’s nice to see a final consumer ready product readily available.
I actually work in a similar field. I work at CNHi on autonomous agriculture equipment (tractors and combines). I must say if you ever want a job, you would be a good fit. I'm very impressed with your ingenuity. Mu colleagues are designing mesh radios that switch between wifi and cellular and I design software that works over these networks. I often find myself feeling we move to slow but I understand being a big commercial company with expensive lands and equipment we just can't. Anyway, wanted to chime in and just say from someone in more commercial space, you certainly have the skills to take this beyond hobby but hobby is more fun no doubt lol. Props to you!
To avoid sea weed: You need to increase the size of the water intake and egress ports.
Just add large spherical indents in the front and the back of the hull and cover them with a fine mesh. In the middle of the hole you can add the propeller inside a tube connecting the front and the back. You just need a shaft inside the pipe without any connection to the outside. By adding magnets in the tips of the propeller you could use a rotating ring of magnets outside the shaft to transfer the energy of the motor, leveraging the concept of a magnetic gear.
Another option would be to split a permanent magnet motor and use the outer part with the electro magnets to rotate the propeller directly.
That is actually really awesome. You should try to combine it with the solar panels from the tugboat, that way energy reproduction is also autonomous and there is no actual limit as to how far it can go
I know the videos might not do well but I would love more info about all the different tech and Tx programming you did for this video. I love all your RC and boat videos. Would love to know what all was involved.
I wish I had the knowledge to build stuff like this! So awesome!
That twisting and pulling action of the shaft seal is very interesting. I'm sure there is a useful application for that somewhere. Like a clutch decoupler sorta thing.
You could use a slightly lighter/thinner grease then keep the syringes attached using rubber bands to maintain pressure, basically a diy self greasing shaft ;)
Killer build.
This was a great video, super awesome build! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
It's so frickin cool, and opens doors to many fun projects
Dude, you're awesome! Keep it up.
for your Water ingress sensors in the hulls, they will corode with time as the contact surfaces are exposed to the water, not much of an issue in fresh water but in sea water that might become an issue with time. There are some capacitive ones with covered sensing areas which should hold up longer
This video was awesome! Can't wait for the next waypoint mission. I'm also super interested to see that E-surfboard thing run.
Aliexpress has 8 mm and up mechanical seals available at very low cost. They are very robust, and I have used them in a few projects. They could be a good fit for propeller shaft sealing.
oh man. I just got elrs with yaapu working with a matek f405-wmn and my tx16s and it's bliss. such a nice setup.
glue "keyr'd" 😄 Love your videos. I've been following since the narrated FPV days.
Every single one of these videos is more fascinating than the last.
This is literally the coolest thing I’ve ever seen
would love to see this have a small dock shed somewhere along the shore and you can release it at any time and would be cool if the boat can have a deployable sunmarine thats controled by you but then self docks back in boat beefore continueing its route
Awesome video man!
I like how you opened your factor box with your lathe.
Honestly anything and everything you post is extremely entertaining and informative I love this channel
You should get valve seals for a engine a valve Seal its a lot like a crank seal what they use on a engine to keep water out and oil in on the crank shaft well spinning at high speeds but smaller and at a decent pressures
There is Also a setting in mission planner, I think under the GPS parameters. It allows the compass to learn heading off sets incrementally based on gps direction . Maybe it would be useful for a boat, I have never really wanted to try it on an airplane