STMicroelectronics STEVAL-DRONE02

Overview

STEVAL-DRONE02 from STMicroelectronics is a mini drone companion kit designed to pair with the STEVAL-FCU001V2 flight controller unit (sold separately). It includes four 3.7 V, 85×20 mm coreless DC motors, two clockwise and two counterclockwise 65 mm propellers (with spares), a 3.7 V/600 mAh LiPo battery rated for 30 C max discharge, and a 3D-printed plastic frame with integrated propeller guards.

For engineers reviewing the STEVAL-DRONE02 datasheet, STEVAL-DRONE02 mechanical integration, STEVAL-DRONE02 battery compatibility, or STEVAL-DRONE02 motor–propeller pairing for toy-class drone prototyping, this kit delivers verified mechanical and power subsystem components aligned with ST's FCU reference firmware STSW-FCU001 and flight control evaluation workflow.

Technical Context

The STEVAL-DRONE02 is a hardware-only mechanical and electromechanical assembly kit-no PCB, ICs, or active electronics are included. All components are pre-selected and dimensionally validated to interface directly with the STEVAL-FCU001V2's motor driver outputs and physical mounting layout.

Motor-to-propeller pairing follows counter-rotating torque cancellation logic: two motors drive CW propellers and two drive CCW propellers, enabling stable yaw control when used with the FCU's PWM timing and direction signals. The 30 C battery supports peak current bursts required for takeoff and maneuvering in sub-250 g drone configurations.

Key Specifications

Availability

STEVAL-DRONE02 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for educational drone prototyping, toy-class UAV development, and flight controller validation requiring stable component supply and mechanical reproducibility.

Supply support for STEVAL-DRONE02 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, designing and manufacturing microcontrollers, analog ICs, power management devices, and sensor solutions for industrial, automotive, and consumer applications.

The STEVAL series comprises ST's official evaluation and companion kits-engineered to accelerate hardware validation, firmware integration, and application-specific proof-of-concept development for ST's ecosystem of controllers and sensors.

FAQ

Is the STEVAL-FCU001V2 flight controller included with the STEVAL-DRONE02 kit?

No. The STEVAL-FCU001V2 is sold separately and must be purchased independently. The STEVAL-DRONE02 contains only mechanical and electromechanical components-motors, propellers, frame, and battery-and relies entirely on the FCU for control, power switching, and sensor fusion.

What firmware is required to operate the drone built with STEVAL-DRONE02?

The STSW-FCU001 firmware is mandatory. It is provided by STMicroelectronics and specifically configured for the STEVAL-FCU001V2 hardware, including motor PWM timing, ESC communication protocol, and safety limits calibrated for the 3.7 V coreless motors and 600 mAh battery in the STEVAL-DRONE02 kit.

Can the STEVAL-DRONE02 be used with flight controllers other than STEVAL-FCU001V2?

No official support or mechanical/electrical validation exists for third-party or alternate FCUs. Mounting holes, motor wire lengths, propeller rotation direction mapping, and battery connector polarity are all tailored to the STEVAL-FCU001V2's layout and signal timing specifications.

Does the kit include tools or assembly instructions?

The kit does not include tools or printed assembly guides. Mechanical assembly guidance-including motor mounting orientation, propeller placement (CW vs. CCW), and battery routing-is provided in the official data brief DB4466 (Rev 1, August 2023) and referenced in the STEVAL-FCU001V2 user manual.