This fun guide shows, step-by-step, how to construct powerful drones from inexpensive parts, add personalized features, and become a full-fledged pilot. DIY Drones for the Evil Genius: Design, Build, and Customize Your Own Drones not only covers safety, mechanics, drone design, and assembly, but also teaches the basics of Aerospace Engineering. You will discover how to add video transmitters, GPS, first-person view, and virtual reality goggles to your creations. The book walks you through the FAA licensing process and takes a look at advanced concepts, such as artificial intelligence and autonomous flight. ՠLearn about aircraft parts, control mechanics, and safety practices ՠBecome an expert pilotץven handle flips and high-speed maneuvers ՠPick the perfect parts for your high-performance drone ՠFind out how to solder and start assembling your drone ՠProgram the aircraft, calibrate the motors, and start flying! ՠAdd LED lights, GoPro mounts, and self-balancing camera gimbals ՠExplore the world of first-person-view (FPV) drones and high-speed racing ՠSee how artificial intelligence can be put to use in the drone industry