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== Introduction ==
 
== Introduction ==
  
Using concepts and pieces form my 3 axis gimbal, I put together a 2-axis unit that works on Pan (yaw) and Tilt (pitch). I for this I am using the same (15mm) gimbal motor from RCTimer with a hollow shaft to help with wire routing. The hollow shaft makes it easy to route the motor wires and the video cable without affecting the motion freedom. The motor wires are nice ultra-flexible silicone and you can fit three sets through the shaft opening.<br><br>
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Using concepts and pieces form my 3 axis gimbal, I put together a 2-axis Mobius gimbal that works on Pan (yaw) and Tilt (pitch). For this I am using the same (15mm) gimbal motor from RCTimer with a hollow shaft to help with wire routing. The hollow shaft makes the routing easy without affecting the motion freedom. The motor wires are nice ultra-flexible silicone and you can fit up to three sets through the shaft opening.<br><br>
  
 
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Again I am using an Align PU Gel pad under the camera as an anti slip and anti-vibration pad. With just a couple of rubber bands, the camera is well secured.<br><br>
 
  
 
After a few iterations in SolidWorks, I printed a few different versions to zero-in on the balance and clearances. It balances perfectly with no added counterweight as long as you have the "C" lens and the PU Gel pad. Here is how it looks in SolidWorks:<br>
 
After a few iterations in SolidWorks, I printed a few different versions to zero-in on the balance and clearances. It balances perfectly with no added counterweight as long as you have the "C" lens and the PU Gel pad. Here is how it looks in SolidWorks:<br>
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For the mounting I am again using an Align PU Gel pad for anti-slip and minor vibration isolation.<br><br>
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=== Dimensions ===
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Envelope specs are shown in the drawing image below. As far as rotational, here are the numbers "as-built":<br>
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:*Pitch: +/- 50 Degrees
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:*Yaw: +/- 160 Degrees
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=== Parts List ===
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Motors, Controller & Hardware<br>
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:3 RCTimer GBM2804 hollow shaft gimbal motors
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:Storm32 v1.1 or newer brushless gimbal controller
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:20 M3x8 socket head cap screws
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:20 M3 flat washers
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:6 M3x6 flat head screws
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:Align PJ Gel Pad
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:Small wire ties<br><br>
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3D Prints<br>
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:Camera Mount Plate - Mob_Mnt_Plate_v03
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:Camera Mount Motor Plate - Mob_End_Plate_v01
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:Gimbal Pitch Arm - Mob_G_E_Pitch_Brkt_v003
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:Gimbal Yaw Arm - Mob_G_E_Yaw_Brkt_v004
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:Base Motor Bracket - Yaw_Motor_Brkt_v001<br><br>
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Tools needed<br>
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:2.5mm ball end driver (allen wrench)
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:Phillips head screwdriver
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:3mm tap and tap drill
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:Wire cutters<br><br>
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Camera<br>
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:Mobius with lens '2C'<br><br>
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=== Files ===
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Here are the print files if you would like to give this a try. The zip contains the 5 printable pieces and image files, simply richt-click the link and select "Save Target" for the download. If you would like the native SolidWorks files, please drop me a line (below) and I will accomodate.<br><br>
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TBS
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=== Control Board ===
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I won't go into details here other than to say my favorite controller (also from RCG poster Noircogi!) is still the [http://www.readytoflyquads.com/storm32-bgc-3-axis-stm32-brushless-gimbal-controller Storm32] unit from ReadyToFlyQuads.com. These work better than any of the previous "Martinez" open source boards and I would highly recommend them.<br><br>

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August 2015

PTG01.jpg
  Pan & Tilt 2 axis gimbal

Introduction

Using concepts and pieces form my 3 axis gimbal, I put together a 2-axis Mobius gimbal that works on Pan (yaw) and Tilt (pitch). For this I am using the same (15mm) gimbal motor from RCTimer with a hollow shaft to help with wire routing. The hollow shaft makes the routing easy without affecting the motion freedom. The motor wires are nice ultra-flexible silicone and you can fit up to three sets through the shaft opening.

MCG315.jpg
RCTimer hollow shaft motor


After a few iterations in SolidWorks, I printed a few different versions to zero-in on the balance and clearances. It balances perfectly with no added counterweight as long as you have the "C" lens and the PU Gel pad. Here is how it looks in SolidWorks:

BGP17.JPG
3D Model (SolidWorks)


For the mounting I am again using an Align PU Gel pad for anti-slip and minor vibration isolation.

Dimensions

Envelope specs are shown in the drawing image below. As far as rotational, here are the numbers "as-built":

  • Pitch: +/- 50 Degrees
  • Yaw: +/- 160 Degrees


BGP100.jpg
Envelope drawing


Parts List

Motors, Controller & Hardware

3 RCTimer GBM2804 hollow shaft gimbal motors
Storm32 v1.1 or newer brushless gimbal controller
20 M3x8 socket head cap screws
20 M3 flat washers
6 M3x6 flat head screws
Align PJ Gel Pad
Small wire ties

3D Prints

Camera Mount Plate - Mob_Mnt_Plate_v03
Camera Mount Motor Plate - Mob_End_Plate_v01
Gimbal Pitch Arm - Mob_G_E_Pitch_Brkt_v003
Gimbal Yaw Arm - Mob_G_E_Yaw_Brkt_v004
Base Motor Bracket - Yaw_Motor_Brkt_v001

Tools needed

2.5mm ball end driver (allen wrench)
Phillips head screwdriver
3mm tap and tap drill
Wire cutters

Camera

Mobius with lens '2C'

Files

Here are the print files if you would like to give this a try. The zip contains the 5 printable pieces and image files, simply richt-click the link and select "Save Target" for the download. If you would like the native SolidWorks files, please drop me a line (below) and I will accomodate.

TBS

Control Board

I won't go into details here other than to say my favorite controller (also from RCG poster Noircogi!) is still the Storm32 unit from ReadyToFlyQuads.com. These work better than any of the previous "Martinez" open source boards and I would highly recommend them.