This video shows how to add custom LED lights to an RC plane, including some extended discussion on the electronics options.
0:00 - Intro
1:50 - LED basics
6:38 - Choosing a LED
9:08 - Thermal Management
10:00 - Switching Regulators (Pros / Cons)
12:20 - Solving the heat issues
15:26 - Adding a constant current sink
19:50 - Using a special purpose IC
20:49 - Adding feedback
25:06 - Adding current control
27:43 - KiCAD Design Overview
29:33 - PCB Creation using a CNC machine
31:15 - Solder Stencil Cutout
33:15 - Bench Testing
35:35 - LED Mount 3D Printing
36:07 - In Wing Testing
36:53 - Wrapup
Links:
PCB Creation with a CNC Machine: https://youtu.be/bQ6_oYZrsjk?si=YTssybuhVH1GAfkk
Solder Stencil Creation: https://youtu.be/Wf4kLfRXw74?si=e8VBAGFvhu4BFPm1
