[Docs] Fix links and tidy config (#25184)

* Fix links and tidy config

* Add updated lock files
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@@ -279,7 +279,3 @@ After you finish calibration the VTOL is ready to fly.
## Video
<lite-youtube videoid="h7OHTigtU0s" title="PX4 Vtol test"/>
## Support
If you have any questions regarding your VTOL conversion or configuration please visit <https://discuss.px4.io/c/px4/vtol>.
@@ -13,7 +13,6 @@ Unmodified, the Fun Cub is a relatively affordable plane and relatively easy to
After the conversion the plane is significantly heavier and less aerodynamic.
It still flies quite well but needs around 75% throttle in forward flight.
## Bill of Materials
The actual plane looks roughly like as shown in the image above (other similar models will work
@@ -32,7 +31,6 @@ The minimal equipment required is:
- Aluminum frame for mounting the quad motors (10x10mm square tube, 1mm wall thickness)
- TOW is ~2.3kg with a 4200mAh 4S battery
## Structure
The structure is made out of aluminum booms as shown below.
@@ -47,25 +45,24 @@ The geometry and output assignment can be configured in the [Actuators Configura
For example, you might wire it up like this example (orientation as if "sitting in the plane"):
Port | Connection
--- | ---
MAIN 1 | Front right motor (CCW)
MAIN 2 | Back left motor (CCW)
MAIN 3 | Front left motor (CW)
MAIN 4 | Back right motor (CW)
AUX 1 | Left aileron TODO
AUX 2 | Right aileron
AUX 3 | Elevator
AUX 4 | Rudder
AUX 5 | Throttle
| Port | Connection |
| ------ | ----------------------- |
| MAIN 1 | Front right motor (CCW) |
| MAIN 2 | Back left motor (CCW) |
| MAIN 3 | Front left motor (CW) |
| MAIN 4 | Back right motor (CW) |
| AUX 1 | Left aileron TODO |
| AUX 2 | Right aileron |
| AUX 3 | Elevator |
| AUX 4 | Rudder |
| AUX 5 | Throttle |
For further instructions on wiring and configurations please see:
[Standard VTOL Wiring and Configuration](../config_vtol/vtol_quad_configuration.md). <!-- replace with Pixhawk Wiring Quickstart -->
## Airframe Configuration
1. For [Airframe](../config/airframe.md) select the vehicle group/type as *Standard VTOL* and the specific vehicle as [Generic Standard VTOL](../airframes/airframe_reference.md#vtol_standard_vtol_generic_standard_vtol) as shown below (do not forget to click **Apply and Restart** in the top).
1. For [Airframe](../config/airframe.md) select the vehicle group/type as _Standard VTOL_ and the specific vehicle as [Generic Standard VTOL](../airframes/airframe_reference.md#vtol_standard_vtol_generic_standard_vtol) as shown below (do not forget to click **Apply and Restart** in the top).
![QCG - Select Generic Standard VTOL](../../assets/qgc/setup/airframe/px4_frame_generic_standard_vtol.png)
@@ -74,11 +71,6 @@ For further instructions on wiring and configurations please see:
After you finish calibration the VTOL is ready to fly.
## Video
<lite-youtube videoid="4K8yaa6A0ks" title="Fun Cub PX4 VTOL Maiden"/>
## Support
If you have any questions regarding your VTOL conversion or configuration please visit <https://discuss.px4.io/c/px4/vtol>.
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ The plasic fuselage and 2 meter EPO wing makes it a rugged airframe with a lot o
Key information:
- **Frame:** Volantex Ranger-Ex or *Quanum Observer*
- **Frame:** Volantex Ranger-Ex or _Quanum Observer_
- **Flight controller:** Pixhawk
![QuadRanger](../../assets/airframes/vtol/quadranger_rangerex_pixhawk/quadranger_vtol_complete_build.jpg)
@@ -19,7 +19,6 @@ This leaves enough payload capacity for payloads like FPV gear and cameras.
The conversion is designed to minimize impact on the aerodynamics and provide additional strength minimize wing flexing.
## Bill of Materials
- Volantex Ranger-Ex or Quanum Observer
@@ -30,11 +29,11 @@ The conversion is designed to minimize impact on the aerodynamics and provide ad
## Conversion kit
- The basic parts required are;
- Pixhawk or compatible
- Digital airspeed sensor
- 3DR Power module or compatible
- GPS
- The basic parts required are;
- Pixhawk or compatible
- Digital airspeed sensor
- 3DR Power module or compatible
- GPS
For a full parts list with links to Hobbyking EU and International warehouse see:
[QuadRanger-VTOL-partslist](https://px4.io/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/QuadRanger-VTOL-partslist-1.xlsx)
@@ -43,15 +42,14 @@ The image below depicts the parts required for one wing.
![QuadRanger Parts](../../assets/airframes/vtol/quadranger_rangerex_pixhawk/quadranger_vtol_parts_for_one_wing.jpg)
The tools required for the conversion are;
- A Dremel or similar rotary tool
- A hobby knife
- UHU POR glue
- CA glue
- Tape-line
- Tape
- A Dremel or similar rotary tool
- A hobby knife
- UHU POR glue
- CA glue
- Tape-line
- Tape
![QuadRanger conversion tools](../../assets/airframes/vtol/quadranger_rangerex_pixhawk/quadranger_vtol_conversion_tools.jpg)
@@ -92,33 +90,26 @@ When using the Afro ESC be sure to connect at least signal and ground wire.
The outputs of Pixhawk should be wired like this (orientation as seen
like "sitting in the plane").
Port | Connection
--- | ---
MAIN 1 | Front right motor, CCW
MAIN 2 | Back left motor, CCW
MAIN 3 | Front left motor, CW
MAIN 4 | Back right motor, CW
AUX 1 | Left aileron
AUX 2 | Right aileron
AUX 3 | Elevator
AUX 4 | Rudder
AUX 5 | Throttle
| Port | Connection |
| ------ | ---------------------- |
| MAIN 1 | Front right motor, CCW |
| MAIN 2 | Back left motor, CCW |
| MAIN 3 | Front left motor, CW |
| MAIN 4 | Back right motor, CW |
| AUX 1 | Left aileron |
| AUX 2 | Right aileron |
| AUX 3 | Elevator |
| AUX 4 | Rudder |
| AUX 5 | Throttle |
::: info
The servo direction can be reversed using the PWM\_REV parameters in the PWM\_OUTPUT group of QGroundControl (cogwheel tab, last item in the left menu)
The servo direction can be reversed using the PWM_REV parameters in the PWM_OUTPUT group of QGroundControl (cogwheel tab, last item in the left menu)
:::
For further instructions on wiring and configurations please see: [Standard VTOL Wiring and Configuration](../config_vtol/vtol_quad_configuration.md)
## Configuration
Configure the frame as shown in QGroundControl below (do not forget to click **Apply and Restart** in the top).
![QGC - select firmware for standard VTOL](../../assets/airframes/vtol/funcub_pixhawk/qgc_firmware_standard_vtol_fun_cub_quad.png)
## Support
If you have any questions regarding your VTOL conversion or configuration please visit <https://discuss.px4.io/c/px4/vtol>.