Overview and Objective
Brining the Zuckbot to life is envisioned as an advanced hybrid aerial-robotic platform, serving educational, promotional, research, and potentially defense purposes. Its goals are to demonstrate interdisciplinary engineering (combining UAV flight, robotics, and AI), to showcase Karrat’s, My Pet Hooligan and AMGI technological leadership, and to provide an open platform for experiments.
Budget Justification: This effort requires funding for parts ($1,200 - $2,000 total) just for drivetrain and 2 arms printing the body. A cost breakdown shows reasonable pricing for hobbyist-grade components. Zuckbot’s multidisciplinary nature (combining aerodynamics, robotics, and software) makes it a high-impact STEM demonstrator, and the open-source approach maximizes value for the community and sponsors.
| Component | Qty | Unit Price (ea) | Total | Notes / Supplier (±) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EDF Unit (90 mm WeMotec) Unit 1 | ~$80 | ~$80 | *Fan+motor combo (~4 kW). From hobby vendors | |
| Brushless Motor (HET) | 1 | ~$80–100 | ~$90 | Matched to EDF (6S, ~120A). |
| Lumenier 4Power Mini PDB | 1 | $7.99 | $8 | Flight-specific PDB ( |
| BEC (6V/5A) | 1 | ~$5–10 | $8 | Switch-mode BEC or ESC-integrated. |
| ESC (80A w/ RPM) | 1 | ~$150 | $150 | APD 80F3v2 or equivalent high-end ESC. (Could be more; budget ~150–200). |
| Heat Sink & Paste/Tape | 1 | ~$10 | $10 | 3M thermal adhesive or silicone paste + aluminum sink. |
| RC Receiver (X4R-SB) | 1 | $23.99 | $24 | FrSky X4R-SB with SBUS. |
| Flight Controller (PixRacer) | 1 | ~$110 | $110 | PixRacer FMUv4 |
| Power Module (60A) | 1 | ~$11 | $11 | 60A/6S power module (5.3V/2.25A). |
| Digital Servos (Savox SH-0264MG) | 4 | $35.99 | $144 | High-speed metal-gear servos. Each ~0.8 kg·cm @4.8V (1.2 @6V) |
| Servo Cables & Connectors | lot | ~$20 | $20 | JST-XH/Futaba leads, Y-harnesses, bullet connectors, wires. |
| LiPo Batteries (6S 1800mAh) | 2 | ~$50$100 | Robbe UltraHP 1800mAh 6S | |
| Battery Connectors/Straps | lot | ~$10 | $10 | XT60 connectors, Velcro straps. |
| Robotic Arm Kit (LewanSoul 6DOF) | 2 | ~$140–$190 | ~$340 | LewanSoul 6DOF Robot Arm |
| 3D Printing (body & mounts) | – | ~$100-200 | $100-200 | 10kg depending on what type of Filament |
| Misc. Hardware & Tools | – | ~$100 | $100 | Screws, adhesives (epoxy, CA, threadlocker), heat-shrink, solder, etc. |
| Subtotal | ~$1,200-1400 | (All components above) | ||
| Contingency & Ancillaries | – | ~$1-600 | $1-600 | Extra ( shipping) |
| Total Project Budget | ~$2,000 | (~$1,200 - $2,000) |
Accessibility & Engagement: Throughout the project, i will engage the Karrat community by posting progress updates (with photos/videos) and soliciting feedback on forums. i’ll highlight educational elements to inspire students and community members.
