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Micro Drone 3.0: Flight in the Palm of Your Hand

It’s small, smart and streams HD footage to your phone, that’s just the beginning of Micro Drone 3.0

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Micro Drone 3.0: Flight in the Palm of Your Hand

Micro Drone 3.0: Flight in the Palm of Your Hand

Micro Drone 3.0: Flight in the Palm of Your Hand

Micro Drone 3.0: Flight in the Palm of Your Hand

Micro Drone 3.0: Flight in the Palm of Your Hand

It’s small, smart and streams HD footage to your phone, that’s just the beginning of Micro Drone 3.0

It’s small, smart and streams HD footage to your phone, that’s just the beginning of Micro Drone 3.0

It’s small, smart and streams HD footage to your phone, that’s just the beginning of Micro Drone 3.0

It’s small, smart and streams HD footage to your phone, that’s just the beginning of Micro Drone 3.0

Micro Drone
Micro Drone
Micro Drone
Micro Drone
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London, United Kingdom
$3,615,673 USD by 35,546 backers
$2,307,218 USD by 24,966 backers on Aug 16, 2015
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MASHABLE   |   TECHCRUNCH   |   STUFF

 

 

 

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Special thanks to:

Gordon from South London Maker Space
Matthew Foglia 
Scott Schultz
Alex Fuller
Ran Ma

About Extreme Fliers

We are a small group of inventors, engineers and of course, drone enthusiasts. 

Micro Drone 3.0 is a great product but also it is a platform that continuously evolves with a pipeline of ideas to create new functionality through modules, be that serious stuff like a smart module for monitoring air quality, night vision camera or fun modules such as a nerf gun shooter, we have the engineering experience and know how to develop new and exciting modules which snap on to the Drone. This is just the beginning and we can’t wait to see what you all comes up with!

Why Crowdfunding

What started as a personal passion, Micro Drone has evolved into a product that has developed so much from it's users. With Micro Drone 3.0 finally here, the exciting thing about the coming months and years is building on the platform and furthering the technology. We can't wait to see what we accomplish together. Since Vernon first demonstrated Micro Drone 2.0 at Techcrunch Disrupt NY in 2013, we realised that building great technology is within our collective reach. We have the ability to hire top engineers for product development all over the world, so we also want to share our plans and allow users to be part of the process. You get to be involved with other users who believe in us and share our vision. You have really inspired us and we have learnt so much about advanced technologies, from rotor theory, electronics and industrial design. We micro-sized it and applied this to Micro Drone 3.0 to create highly desirable sophisticated features. We then tweaked and perfected the concepts, building countless prototypes to make it consumer friendly and bringing together the best ideas to create the next model. 

We want you to be the first to get your hands on Micro Drone 3.0 and we want you to share your feedback and comments. With your help, we will be able to finalise tooling to go into production.

 

FAQs

 

 

Q: How do I pay the $20, $30, or $50 flat rate shipping fee?

A: For a single order please add $20 for shipping when you pledge. For the multiple orders please add their corresponding shipping amounts. For those who have not added the shipping fee, no additional action is required at this stage, we will reach out to everyone near to delivery time to finalise the shipping and reconfirm delivery addresses.

Q: Is the professional 2.4Ghz Remote Control included in the single order perk level?

A: Yes, the controller is included in the package.

Q: If Micro Gimbal stretch goal is reached, how do I get one and how much will it cost?

A: We need to reach $250k to start production of the Micro Gimbal (so far we have already smashed through the $200k mark in just 2 days). It will retail for around $99 however we will be offering special pricing to our backers when it goes on sale so you will be able to pick one up for around $50.

Q: What is the flight time for Micro Drone 3.0? How long does it take to recharge the battery?

A: We won’t speculate or exaggerate the potential flying time of the final production unit so here is what we are currently achieving: without the camera module attached we are able to get up to 8 minutes continuous flying, with the accessories the flight is around 6 minutes and when we use the Expansion Pack and Camera we are able to achieve 7 minutes (because of the additional lifting power). This is what our current actual working prototypes are achieving and this should improve in our production models. From our experience we were able to understand the limitations of battery technology and have designed super user friendly removable batteries that seamlessly swap out without having to connect any wires. The recharge time will be up to an hour, extra batteries will also be available (and affordable). At TechCrunch Disrupt we met an MIT research group who have discovered an incredible way to rapidly charge lithium batteries which is exciting. A USB recharging dock is included in the package.

Q: Is there a video of Micro Drone 3.0 flying?

A: Yes, to be open and transparent we have been demonstrating Micro Drone at all our events since CES 2015 to show how it flies. Everyone who saw us was amazed by the level of stability and maneuverability we have achieved, from the Throw to Launch, Smart Orientation, ability to fly in a straight line, in windy conditions and circular banking. We are putting it out there to show the impressive things it can do, as well what it can’t do and sharing our vision of the things we are working on for the future! Search “Micro Drone 3.0” on Youtube where there are videos posted by people who came to see it (here is a demo at CES). We will also be sharing videos which talk about how we created these features in detail as the campaign progresses.

Q: Does Micro Drone 3.0 only stream video or can it also record?

A: Micro Drone 3.0 can both stream video to a smartphone/tablet as well as record onto an onboard Micro SD memory card.

Q: How loud is Micro Drone 3.0 in flight?

A: We are using high grade endurance motors which are the quietest available (the same coreless motors used for vibrating smartphones). Feedback from Micro Drone 2.0 has been that users really liked how quiet they were (this model was not much louder than a whisper in flight), Micro Drone 3.0 has bigger motors which are a bit louder. We will produce a video to give you an example.

Q: Is it possible to acquire additional batteries to be shipped with Micro Drone 3.0?

A: We will be creating an additional perk for batteries you can pick up prior to shipping. Additional batteries will be available for $15 a piece.

Q: Does Micro Drone 3.0 fly autonomously and have a ‘follow me’ feature?

A: We are working on this and find it very interesting but outside of the lab such technology is still a long way off. In 2013 we built prototypes that used sonar and IR sensors to attempt to fly autonomously which we demonstrated here, however this didn’t add much more stability due to the many variables using it in the real world. We have focused on making the Drone more Automatic choosing sensors which work reliably and make controlling the Drone easier. We think future autonomous flying will be achieved using vector based computer vision and LADAR where the device knows what an object is. Having smashed our second funding goal, with your support we will be able to make a great level of further development into this.

Q: Can the camera module take photos? What is the resolution of the HD camera module?  

A: The camera module can take both photos and video. The photo resolution is 1280 x 720 pixels and image file size for each photo is typically between 30KB and 100KB. The video is shot in 720p (1280 x 720 pixels) and its recording rate is approximately 100MB/s.

Q: What formats are the video and photos?

A: The video records as AVI format with an MJPG codec and a frame rate of 30fps with a 1280 x 720 pixel resolution and 14.6 Mbps bitrate. There is also a Microphone and the audio codec is PCM with 128Kbps bitrate and CBR bitrate mode. The photos it takes are JPEG format with a 1280 x 720 pixel resolution and lossy compression mode.

Q: How will Micro Drone link video with my smartphone/tablet?

A: Micro Drone 3.0 becomes a WiFi access point that your smartphone/tablet tethers to over a secure connection. Once this connection is established our app will be able to automatically configure and display the video stream coming from the drone to your smartphone/tablet.

Q: Will there be a carrying case for Micro Drone 3.0 available for purchase at some point?

A: We have had a lot of requests for this and we will reach out to backers to see if this is something we should make! My initial thoughts is making a beautiful, glossy, white, hard case, with the ability to attach to your belt. Please let us know your feedback: email v@extremefliers.co.uk

Q: Will there be replacement blades available? If so how much will they be?

A: Yes, there will be spare blades available, their price will be announced closer to our production date. We will offer parts at an affordable price, for example spare blades for Micro Drone 2.0 are only $1.99 and delivered world wide.

Q: Where do you ship to and will I need to pay import duty?

A: We will be shipping Drones directly to backers from Hong Kong to all countries. Backers will need to pay any customs charges on arrival according to your local country's rates.

Q: What is the range on Micro Drone 3.0?

A: With its dual control, Micro Drone 3.0 can be flown using either our professional 2.4 GHz remote control or a smartphone/tablet over WiFi. With the 2.4 GHz Remote Control the range is 300ft (~91m). The camera module will be able to record video to an onboard Micro SD memory card up to this distance. Live streaming to your smartphone/tablet can be made up to 50ft.

Q: What happens when the battery runs low on Micro Drone 3.0?

A: We have designed an early warning indicator where the onboard LEDs flash rapidly when there is less than 30 seconds of remaining flight time.

Q: Are the protective bumpers shipping with Micro Drone 3.0?

A: Yes, we are including these in the set.

Q: Will it be possible eventually to have a 1080p resolution camera for Micro Drone 3.0?

A: Yes! We designed modules to snap on with magnets which means we will be able to offer a wide selection of cameras (Fish Eye Lens, 1080p, Night Vision and more). Camera technology is getting lighter, more advanced and we will be able to continuously upgrade the modules without having to change the Drone.
 

 

Risks and Challenges

Having worked on Micro Drone since 2011 and successfully produced two models, we have complete confidence in the delivery of this product. Combining all the experience, feedback and tacit knowledge and working alongside industry veterans, we have focused on the small things that matter, checking off each step in meticulous detail. We have touched every part of the process from the industrial design (from the way magnets seamlessly attach the modules) to securing reliable production partners who can build Micro Drone at scale. Taken together we believe we will be able to not just deliver the best small size Drone to date, but one which is also user friendly.

Having seen other crowd funding campaigns, we understand the issues hardware makers face. Micro Drone 3.0 has undergone extensive testing and we have a working product which will be ready to start production after the campaign has finished. We have provided a conservative shipping date of November and we will update backers as this progresses. Our key component suppliers (PCB production, Battery production and Injection moulding) can typically work within a 3-4 month turnaround and we have a great relationship working directly with each supplier who have scheduled production time for Micro Drone 3.0 to fulfill initial demand from Indiegogo.

We are excited that Micro Drone 3.0 is finally at the stage where we can offer it to users who share our vision. We want to build a community of users and one of the challenges is to build an ecosystem that rewards and incentivises our users. Once the first units of Micro Drone 3.0 are in the hands of our backers, we will be making a sustained ongoing effort to work with developers to create new modules and come up the best things for a small personal drone - this is a super important initiative for us. To do this we're going to build a pool of talent, provide design mentorship and give developers calls to action with special events. We will also provide ways for developers to get real rewards for developing third party modules. So, if you are an independent maker you will become a really important part of what we are doing and if you are a user, you will have a Drone that continuously evolves with new, exciting and compelling ways to use it.

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Are you ready? 
It's time for Micro Drone 3.0!

 

 

 

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MICRO DRONE 3.0

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Choose this perk and receive: (1) Micro Drone 3.0 with (1) HD Camera Module and (1) Virtual Reality Headset. This includes (1) battery, (1) charger and (1) professional handset remote control and a selection of CAD files to 3D Print custom frames. SHIPPING NOW! Available to order for a limited time. *Add $20 for international shipping (ships anywhere in the world).
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EXTRA BATTERY

$15 USD
Get (1) extra Quick Release Battery for $15 to extend your flight time on your Micro Drone 3.0. ADD ADDITIONAL BATTERIES: Simply click on this perk, then use the 'ADDITIONAL GIFT' option to insert a 'CUSTOM' amount, as stated below: GET (2) BATTERIES IN TOTAL: Add a custom amount of $14 for a total of contribution of $29 to receive a total of (2) batteries. GET (5) BATTERIES IN TOTAL: Add a custom amount of $55 for a total contribution of $70 to receive a total of (5) batteries.
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2X DRONE PRICING #2 COMBO

$289 USD $400 USD (27% off)
Get (2) Micro Drone 3.0s with (2) HD Camera Modules and (2) Virtual Reality Headsets. This includes (2) batteries, (2) chargers and (2) professional handset remote controls and a selection of CAD files to 3D Print custom frames. SHIPPING NOW! SAVE 28% or $111 OFF the retail price of $400 for a limited time. Next pricing level is $300. International shipping $30 (ships anywhere in the world).
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$1,309 USD $2,000 USD (34% off)
Get ten Micro Drone 3.0's, ten (10) HD Cameras and ten (10) DODOcase VR headsets. Each set includes battery, charger and handset. You will also receive a selection of FREE CAD files to 3D Print custom frames for the early bird low price of $1309. SHIPPING NOW. SAVE 45% OFF the retail price of $2000 for a limited time. Hurry and reserve now. Next pricing level is $1329. International shipping $50, ships anywhere in the world.
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