KDE Direct News Releases — brushless motors
Why Brushless Motors Are More Powerful
When designing multirotors for commercial or industrial applications, motor selection is one of the most important considerations. Should you choose brushed or brushless motors? What voltage will the system operate on? The list can be extensive and sometimes, intimidating to directly match the requirements of your application. After selecting the type of motor, you’ll consider factors such as motor capability and brand.
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KDE Direct Comes Out On Top in Head-to-Head Motor Comparison
Joe Papa of Drone Life, a website that reviews components for the drone industry, recently completed a head-to-head comparison of three of the most popular brushless motors on the market. Papa pitted KDE Direct motors against T-Motor and DJI. We're excited to announce that Papa and Drone Life have named KDE Direct the Best Propulsion System for 2017!
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KDE Direct Commercial brushless motors used in Fast and Furious Fast 8 filming
KDE Direct industrial brushless motors and components were onboard an Aerobo X8 heavy lift drone used in the filming of Fast and Furious, Fast 8, due to hit theaters on April 14, 2017. KDE Direct continues to lead the market in technology, utilizing the highest grade components which create longer flight times and more durable systems.
What New FAA Regulations Mean for Agricultural Use of Drones
Over the course of the last few months, we’ve heard a lot of talk about how the new Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations will change the drone industry. From Flirtey’s first ship-to-shore delivery, to aerial photography, these new regulations are slated to be a game changer in a variety of industries, with agriculture included. Agricultural use of drones is expected to hit new heights of innovation and implementation with their availability opened up to the average farmer.
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Build Your Own Multirotor UAV | Key Components
Whether building a multirotor UAV for hobby, racing or professional commercial use, there are several components that go into building your own drone. While the thrust and size of the drone motor may be different depending on your application and industry, most multicopters incorporate the same types of components. Multirotor motors, drone ESCs and propellers are the key components used when building your own multicopter.
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