DeckRC

R/C controller made from a Steam Deck

Video Overview of Early Prototype

Flight Demo with Early Prototype

Repo Under Construction

Project Goals

1. Open source software to enable anyone to control a vehicle with the Steam Deck (using WiFi, Bluetooth, a wire, or other self-developed means).
2. Build instructinos for DIY radio options to allow anyone to build their own fully functional long-range digital drone (Ubiquiti gear, ESP chips, Drone Bridge, RFD + 5.8 GHz vRX).
3. Support for commercially developed versions for industrial drone customers using COTS radios (Doodle Labs, Silvus, Persistent Systems, Microhard).
4. A low cost version for consumers if the right radio can be found.

Version History

v1

-Simple script to install dependancies required to run QGC with full video

-Instrucitons to run QGC

-Instructions to setup joystick using Steam or using sc-controller

Compatibility

Currently compatible with any aircraft that uses the Mavlink protocol and can be connected to wirelessly. Some aircraft like the SkyviperV2450 can be connected to directly using built-in wifi for video and controls. Other aircraft may need a radio module or adapter to communicate wirelessly.

Radio Modules

The Steam Deck can supply 7.5W from the USB port. With that power budget in mind, a prototype module using a Doodle Labs NanoOEM radio has been made and tested to over 1km (ran out of room at the field). More details and radio module development is planned.

If you have a radio module you would like to see integrated, please submit an issue/feature request or send an email to the address below.

Commercial Options

For commercial support or customized versions (hardware and software) please contact UAX Technologies