Thank you both for your help!
The CAD files from the downloads section were exactly what we needed. We printed the front camera mount from the C26/C27 model, installed the ToF sensor on our Starling 2 Max C28, and everything worked perfectly.
We have already completed some initial tests, and the ToF sensor is working as expected.
Thanks again for the quick support!
Hello,
We recently purchased a Starling 2 Max C28 configuration, which did not include the ToF sensor, together with a separate ToF Sensor Kit. At the time of purchase, the C29 configuration was not available, so this was the only way for us to obtain the platform and the ToF sensor.
We are now trying to install the ToF sensor and have noticed that the C29 version appears to use a different front nose/mounting piece that provides the necessary space and mounting points for the ToF cameras. The front piece on our C28 configuration is different and does not seem to accommodate the ToF assembly.
Would it be possible to obtain the 3D model (STL, STEP, or another CAD format) of the front mounting piece used on the C29 version? We have access to 3D printing and would be happy to manufacture the part ourselves.
We are based in Spain, so ordering and shipping a small plastic component from the United States would be relatively costly and time-consuming. Having access to the design file would allow us to complete the upgrade locally.
I can provide photos of our current configuration and the ToF kit if that would be helpful.
Thank you very much for your assistance.
Hi @DavidTorres,
Thanks a lot for the detailed explanation — this is very helpful.
Your comments about VIO drift, autonomy limitations, and the development effort required give us a much clearer picture.
We’ll review the documentation and PX4 resources as suggested.
Thanks again for taking the time to share your experience.
Best regards
Hello everyone,
My name is Pablo Tarancón, and I work at ITI (Valencia, Spain).
We are currently evaluating the Starling 2 Max drone for a potential purchase and would appreciate feedback from anyone with experience using it (or similar drones) in indoor environments.
Our intended use case is indoor stock control, integrating the drone with our own AI model and proprietary software.
I would like to clarify the following points:
Indoor flight conditions
The drone would operate indoors with a ceiling height of approximately 3 meters.
Is this height sufficient for safe and stable flight?
Are there known limitations or risks when flying in such confined indoor spaces?
Suitability for our use case
Is the Starling 2 Max suitable for indoor stock control or inventory management applications?
Has anyone used it with custom software or AI models?
Are APIs, SDKs, or technical documentation available to support custom integration?
Flight controller and onboard software
Which software or firmware comes pre-installed on the flight controller?
What built-in safety features are available (collision avoidance, emergency stop, geofencing, etc.)?
Does it include stabilization systems specifically designed for indoor flight?
Is a “return to home” or similar failsafe function available for indoor operation?
Any insights, experiences, or recommendations would be very welcome.
Thanks in advance for your help!
Best regards,
Pablo
