- 1 Introduction
- 2 Features
- 3 Package contents
- 4 Specification
- 4.1 Drone
- 4.2 Control equipment
- 4.3 Camera
- 4.4 FPV system
- 4.5 Gimbal
- 4.6 App
- 5 Appearance
- 6 Motors
- 7 Autonomous flight modes
- 8 Game flight modes
- 9 Camera
- 10 Power
- 11 Control
- 12 FPV
- 13 Flight properties
- 14 Price
- 15 Conclusion
- 15.1 Pros
- 15.2 Cons
- 16 Photos
- 17 Videos
Introduction
One of the most serious competitors in the world of household UAVs in October 2016 presented its new product - the Walkera intelligent flying platform Aibao. Based on current trends, the Walkera developers have taken into account all important aspects and at the same time offered their own view of how they see a drone with the letter "Smart".
Walkera Aibao Drone - the first drone thanks to which you can play
Features
- 3 × game modes with augmented reality elements in real flight
- 5.8G FPV system high definition with poppy. delay 300ms
- Positioning 2 × GPS / GLONASS modules 2 × ultrasonic sensors
- 12MP 4K camera (with built-in mechanical image damping)
- 2 × programmed flight modes
- Altitude hold
- Auto take-off / Landing
- Return to control panel
- DEVO F8E multifunction control equipment
- Max. speed up to 72 km / h
- Max. removal distance 1.5 km
- Max.flight time 18 min
- Mobile application for IOS / Android
Options
The developer offers Aibao in two configurations:
- Aibao
- Aibao additional battery
A simple set will include:
- Walkera Aibao
- Control equipment DEVO-F8E
- 1 × smart battery 7.6V 5200mAh 39.52Wh LiPo
- 4 × rotors (CW / CCW)
- 4 × spare rotor (CW / CCW)
- Charger (for charging the aircraft battery and control equipment)
- Instruction
Specification
Drone
Control equipment
Camera
FPV system
Selecting and activating modes will become available after installing and running the Walkera Drone application.
Game modes of flight
Allows you to play in real flight. Thanks to augmented reality (augmented reality- AR), depending on the game mode, virtual objects will be displayed on the pilot's FPV display, which will closely interact with the drone at the time of real flight.
Game modes are available after installing and running the Walkera GO application.
- Racing - allows you to customize the track with elements of augmented reality in real flight conditions. Fly while improving your flying skills.
- Battle - a powerful virtual fighter will appear in the pilot's field of vision, to win, conduct virtual shooting at enemy aircraft. In the future, it will be possible to play in the "Multiplayer" mode.
- Gold - Collect all virtual gold coins on a given route and get a reward to gain access to the next route.
For a more complete experience of the game modes, it is recommended to fly with FPV goggles / helmets.
Camera
Onboard 12MP 4K camera with built-in mechanical image damping system. Provides high-quality photo and video recording with a wide range of settings. The disadvantages include the lack of a full-fledged mechanical gimbal, image stabilization is minimal.
Power
Aibao is powered by a highly intelligent two cell 5200mAh 39.52Wh Li-Polymer battery. Provides a maximum flight time of 18 minutes. Full charging time is about 2 hours. In addition to the main telemetry displayed on the gadget, the drone's battery has its own external LED indication of the current state of charge, which is always welcomed by users.
Control
The Walkera Aibao Drone is controlled by a multifunctional 16-channel remote control with a built-in 6-axis gyroscope - DEVO F8E. Operating frequency range 2.4GHz. Provides a separation distance of up to 1.5 km in an interference-free area. Power is supplied from a 7.4V 6000mAh lithium polymer battery. In the "Stand by" mode, the operating time is up to 48 hours.
FPV
First person flight for Aibao is implemented via Wi-Fi at 5.8GHz. The broadcast quality is provided by a high-definition FPV system through the mobile application "Walkera Drone" pre-installed on a smartphone / tablet (IOS; Android). FPV quality: 1280 × 720p with 300ms maximum latency. In an interference-free zone, it provides a video stream transmission at a distance of up to 800 meters.
Flight properties
Like all Smart drones - Walkera Aibao is not tied to the experience of UAV ownership. Due to its low weight, flawless operation of electronics coupled with highly efficient brushless motors, Aibao Drone in the test showed distinctive dynamics and controllability in the UAV niche occupied.
Price
Walkera Aibao Drone is sold by the developer in two configurations via store.walkera, as well as through well-known Internet trading platforms:
- Aibao - 469 $
- Aibao battery - 495 $
Conclusion
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Pros
- Quality
- Design
- Compact
- 2 × GPS modules
- Programmed flight modes
- Dynamic
- Augmented reality in FPV flight
- FPV quality
- Camera (image quality)
- Ready to fly out of the box
Cons
- No Follow me mode
- The camera does not have a full gimbal (stabilization is minimal)
- Bulky control equipment
- Does not fly around obstacles
Walkera Aibao is a drone that can present a game with elements of the virtual world in real flight. A completely different view of the role of the drone in human life. The quadcopter will be appreciated by both beginners and advanced amateurs with completely different preferences - FPV flight, photo and video shooting, AR entertainment. Fully justifies the money spent and is a "long-term" purchase. Age limit 16.
Photo
Photo by Walkera Aibao Drone.
Videos
Video from Walkera Aibao Drone.
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