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Hi ModalAI team,

I'm trying to build the voxl-mavsdk Docker image on the VOXL2 from my WSL-based host machine (following the instructions from this repo):
https://gitlab.com/voxl-public/voxl-docker-images/voxl-docker-mavsdk

I ran the following command from the host:

./build.sh qrb5165 voxl
Building image:
Image: voxl-mavsdk:v1.2
Waiting for voxl device...
* daemon not running; starting now at tcp:5037
* daemon started successfully

But after waiting for 15-20 mins my drone battery was 1% so I ctrl+c that to kill it. After charging the battery I ran the same thing again hoping now it will have enough time. But it is stuck at:

ijaz@DESKTOP-SGJKF9L:~/projects/voxl-docker-mavsdk$ ./build.sh qrb5165 voxl
Building image:
Image: voxl-mavsdk:v1.2
Waiting for voxl device...

In another command prompt I can do adb shell so it is connected. Maybe killing abruptly last time caused this issue? How to fix it now?

Thanks!

Hi,

I was flying my Starling 2 drone indoors using the RC controller in position mode, when the drone suddenly kicked out of position mode and switched to what I believe was manual mode. I lost control and unfortunately, it crashed into a wall, breaking a propeller.

I have a couple of questions:

1. Is there a propeller guard or protection accessory available to reduce damage during crashes?

2. Since I’m flying indoors without GPS, what can I verify or monitor on the drone to ensure it can reliably stay in position mode?
   ** Are there specific diagnostics or health checks (e.g., sensors, VIO, PX4 status) I can run before flying?
   ** How can I confirm the drone won't drop out of position mode again?

Any guidance on improving safety and stability during indoor flight would be much appreciated.

Thanks!