Hello,
I am a student working on a design project. My job is to build a data acquisition system for a hybrid rocket engine. I want to be able to save data onto the local SD and also transmit data to the ground station. I have a Pixhawk1 from a previous project iteration and I want to use it strictly for the sensors that are built into it. Here’s what I’d like to know:
- What components outside of the Pixhawk do I absolutely need to achieve this goal? (I know I’ll need a transmitter, but what kind?)
- What flight planning/hardware program do I need for my goal, and how should I go about choosing my firmware?
- What are some tips that you can give me, if you are experienced in using this equipment?
Thank you so much,
Will
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Hello,
I am a student working on a design project. My job is to build a data acquisition system for a hybrid rocket engine. I want to be able to save data onto the local SD and also transmit data to the ground station. I have a Pixhawk1 from a previous project iteration and I want to use it strictly for the sensors that are built into it. Here’s what I’d like to know:
- What components outside of the Pixhawk do I absolutely need to achieve this goal? (I know I’ll need a transmitter, but what kind?)
- What flight planning/hardware program do I need for my goal, and how should I go about choosing my firmware?
- What are some tips that you can give me, if you are experienced in using this equipment?
Thank you so much,
Will
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- Depends on what data you want but appropriate 5V power supply with battery will definitely be needed.
GNSS receiver may or may not work depending on your flight envelope.
- Any relatively up to date AP firmware should do, preferably copter or plane. Just enable logging while disarmed. Mission Planner is probably the best choice here.
- Make sure everything is plugged in correctly and securely.