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STARLIGHT – The ultimate hacker’s model rocket flight computer
STARLIGHT AND STARLIGHT MINI are our two flagship flight computers. These flight computers fully support custom firmware as well as pre-written flight computer firmware with full MissionControl integration!
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How to ace the AP computer science exam… without taking the class
If you’re interested in computer science and you’re in high school, one of the best ways to learn the “art of computer programming” is through the AP Computer Science A class. But what if you don’t have time for the AP class in your schedule, and you still want to take the AP Comp Sci…
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How do you get PCBs manufactured well and consistently?
One of the hardest parts of the circuit board design process is the manufacturing process – okay, you’ve got your schematic and your layout. What now? While milling your own circuit board with a CNC machine is possible, it requires expensive machinery and a good ventilation system. Even then, it’ll never be as precise as…
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ASCENT: Model Rocketry Launch Pad Electronics
This launch pad’s electronic control keeps systems active, facilitating ignition, safety, and ease of use, with a smart design that includes voltage regulators, servo ports, and an IMU for safer rocket launches.
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HORIZON II – The next step in my rocketry journey
HORIZON II is the next step in my journey of designing and launching a thrust vector controlled model rocket. With…
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Safe Launching Of Model Rockets: A Custom Launch Pad
Ever since I began dabbling in the model rocketry hobby, I’ve been struggling with one particular issue – how do…
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C.W. MissionControl: Software for Model Rocketry
It’s finally here. After months and months of work, I’ve finally released the final piece of the puzzle – MissionControl….
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Resilience: A Makeover
Seven months. Three major revisions. An unwavering drive to succeed. Read the previous article HERE Complete Teardown & Rebuild For…
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The design of MOONLIGHT – More power, smaller footprint!
Back in September after the launch of STARLIGHT, I began conceptualizing and designing a second board – MOONLIGHT. After reading…
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All-Aluminum Thrust Vector Control: A Journey
It’s been nearly a year since I first conceptualized the idea for HORIZON I. A thrust vector controlled rocket, with…
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Getting my CNC machine working: Cutting aluminum from scratch
This post is a direct continuation of my Part 2 CNC machine build. Metals. The strongest & most practical materials…
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