New Robitronic CUBE 2 September 13, 2007
Posted by Shannon in : R/C News , add a commentThe Robitronic CUBE 2 is the newest revolution of electronic speed controllers on the market. The CUBE 2 is more powerfully, more efficiency and optimized for any race classes.
The CUBE 2 has the latest revision of Power FET’s with the lowest on resistance. The incredible power and speed is perfect for any touring car stock classes. An additional optimized 2wd offroad program provides super soft driving and starts.
The CUBE 2 comes also with a built in Data Recorder which stores all important data. The optional PC interface and software (No. RS147) is also compatible with the new CUBE. In 2 colors red and black available.
Features
• New generation of PowerFETs with lower on resistance
• 6 optimized Power Programs developed by World Topdrivers (Programs for 2S-2P LiPo’s and for 2wd Offroad)
• Current limiter adjustable
• Frequency of the brake adjustable
• Auto Brake and Auto Roll adjustable
• Switch off with transmitter
• External setup button with data link
• External soldering tabs for receiver- and silicone flex wire
• Intelligent Fet Controll Protection (IFC)
• New flat design
• In red and black available
• Optional PC-Interface for Setup and Software Update with Datarecorder (Throttle position, Current, Voltage, Laptimes)
Specification
• Input Power: 4-7 cells (4.8-8.4 V)
• LiPo: 2 cells (2S-2P)
• Case Size: 27×25x13.7 mm
• Motor turns limit: no limit
• Weight without wires: 20g
• Operating frequency: 0.5-8 kHz
• B.E.C. Output Voltage: 6.0 V
• B.E.C. max. Current: 3.0 A
• Power Programs: 6
No. RS146R CUBE 2 Red
No. RS146BK CUBE 2 Black
More information can be found at the Robitronic website.
Speedzone releases the E-Power 4500 NiMH Cell September 13, 2007
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Continuing with its expansion of r/c batteries, Speedzone is pleased to announce yet another addition, the E-Power 4500, to it’s line of matched cells. Boasting 4500+ mAh at full charge, the E-Power Cell gives the r/c hobbyist and racer another battery option when it comes to capacity and performance.
Runtime and reliability of the E-Power Cell has been very good and, as with the Grepow Cell, has exceeded our expectations. It has proven to be a consistent cell with minimal self-discharge.
Cells are currently available through the Speedzone website. As always, they continue to offer very competitive pricing, often the lowest in the industry, without sacrifice to quality or service!
All E-Power matched Cells will be labeled with our standard matching information, including the cells release date, which was first introduced by us over 2 years ago, in 2005.
Using iPhone to take photos from R/C plane July 19, 2007
Posted by Shannon in : R/C News , add a commentThree guys with a mission: use an iPhone mounted in a R/C plane to snap a photo from the air. The problem: You can’t make photos without touching the iPhone screen with a human finger. And a live one, at that. And no, the camera application can’t be controlled remotely using Wi-Fi. So how did they solve it?
They used a Q-tip damp with salt water, which they attached to a remote controlled servo. But before you run to make your own ghetto iPhone stylus, there’s a last piece you will need: a battery and a cable to carry a low current to the Q-tip. This simulates the electricity that you have in your body—what the iPhone uses to recognize human touch. It worked perfectly, as you can see here:
Article found at Gizmodo via Pict’Earth
Protoform Shadow 1:8 May 18, 2007
Posted by Shannon in : R/C News , 1 comment so farR/C racing’s top-level category continues to be the exotic 1:8 Scale Gas class and it’s popularity on every continent continues to grow. An emerging trend in recent years has been toward race bodies that are designed to offer increased downforce, in order to plant these powerful cars to the racing surface with increased traction.
IFMAR World Championship body manufacturer PROTOform is proud to release the all new High Downforce body - The Shadow. It’s based on the likeness of the legendary UOP Shadow that was one of the greatest CanAm cars of all time. The Shadow features a low profile body to lower the center of gravity and has been developed with the input of 7 time IFMAR World Champion 1:8 racer Lamberto Collari. This body is made to fit the latest chassis from Kyosho, Mugen, and Serpent. Once again it is available in lightweight as well as a regular weight versions. As usual it comes with an add-on spoiler/gurney extension, body stiffeners w/hardware, and protective film.
This body is sure to be the solution when it comes to hooking-up on a less than perfect track surface. The Shadow might just be the speed secret needed for stalking and beating the local track champion or hotshot racer!
Features:
- Ultra low center of gravity
- Ultra high downforce
- Unique design
- High quality detail
Dream-Racer lets disabled kids race RC cars May 14, 2007
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A motion sensitive smart cap has been launched that allows disabled children to drive radio-controlled cars and boats. This Dream-Racer device has four motion sensors that detect small movements of the head, which are then fed wirelessly to control the toy’s direction. Electronics expert Mike Heath developed this device so that disabled children are enabled to play independently and to improve their cognitive skills. The Dream-Racer technology consists of a black and yellow motion sensitive cap connected to a small box, worn on the waist or in a pocket, which contains a battery and radio transmitter. When a person wearing the device moves their head, a signal is sent to the transmitter which is then broadcast to the toy vehicle, mounted with a receiver.
The technology can also be built into gloves or shoes which like the baseball cap would react to small body movements. The team behind Dream-Racer are now doing a tour the country and giving demonstrations of their invention to groups of disabled children.
Visit the Dream-Racer site for more info.