AirXRP Alpha - XRP Powered 3D Printed Quadcopter

AirXRP Alpha is a 3D-printable, XRP-powered educational drone designed for indoor and outdoor experimentation. It combines a standard flight controller for stable flight with the XRP controller as a companion board, making it easier to connect robotics education, sensors, attachments, and high-level student programming to a real flying platform.

The frame features a flexible protective cage to help absorb crashes and protect the drone during falls. Modular attachment points make it easy to add payloads, sensors, mounts, or future expansion modules. With an estimated 3+ lb payload capacity and 15–20 minute flight time, AirXRP Alpha is built as a powerful but accessible platform for learning, testing, and creative aerial robotics projects.

This design also includes a fully 3D-printed, snap-fit end effector from the ArmXRP, enabling simple object manipulation and payload interaction.

Bill of Materials

Assembly
The design comes together using heat-set inserts, screws, and hot glue for fast assembly and prototyping. The outer cage is constructed from 3 mm carbon fiber rods cut to length: 4 rods at 60 mm and 8 rods at 272 mm.

Alpha Release Notice
This design is at the alpha level. Feedback, remixes, and improvements are welcome and encouraged. Please send all feedback to [email protected].