Wing Wing Z-84 Pixracer Build¶
The Wing Wing Z-84 is a flying wing frame. It is small, rugged and just large enough to host a Pixracer.
Key information:
- Frame: Wing Wing Z-84
- Flight controller: Pixracer
Parts List¶
Z-84 Plug n' Fly (PNF/PNP) or Kit¶
One of these: - Banggood - Hobbyking US Warehouse
:::tip PNF (or "PNP") versions include motor, propeller and electronic speed controller. The "kit" version does not include these components, which must be purchased separately. :::
Electronic Speed Controller (ESC)¶
One of these (any small (>=12A) ESC will do):
- Turnigy 20A Brushed ESC ESC (Hobbyking)
- Lumenier Regler 30A BLHeli_S ESC OPTO (GetFPV)
Autopilot and Essential Components¶
- Pixracer kit (including GPS and power module)
- FrSky D4R-II receiver or equivalent (jumpered to PPM sum output according to its manual)
- Mini telemetry set for Holybro pix32
- Digital airspeed sensor for Holybro pix32 / Pixfalcon
- 1800 mAh 2S LiPo Battery - e.g. Team Orion 1800mAh 7.4V 50C 2S1P
Recommended spare parts¶
Wiring¶
Wire the servos and motors as shown.
Use the MAIN outputs (not the ones labeled with AUX).
The motor controller needs to have an in-built BEC, as the autopilot is not powering the servo rail.
| Port | Connection |
|---|---|
| RC IN | PPM or S.BUS / S.BUS2 input |
| MAIN 1 | Left Aileron |
| MAIN 2 | Right Aileron |
| MAIN 3 | Empty |
| MAIN 4 | Motor 1 |
Build Log¶
The images below give a rough idea about the assembly process, which is simple and can be done with a hot glue gun.
PX4 Configuration¶
Airframe Configuration¶
Select Flying Wing > Generic Flying Wing in the QGroundControl Airframe Configuration:
Actuator Mapping¶
Set up the Actuator Configuration to match the wiring for the ailerons and throttle as indicated above.
Other Configuration¶
Perform all the the other Basic Configuration, including Autotuning.
Advanced tuning is optional - see Fixed-wing Vehicle Configuration.