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A peek into the quality assurance process for STARLIGHT: Why is proper QA so important?
When I set out to create and sell my STARLIGHT model rocketry flight computers, I wanted to be sure that what I sold to customers would be high-quality and be a good value for the price. One important piece of that is the QA process, along with good customer support. As a small business owner,…
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Stepping into the world of 4 layer PCB design
This summer I took a class on power electronics through MIT, focused on voltage management and dealing with higher-power systems. It taught me a ton about PCB design as well as schematic design. It helped me conceptualize a board that I just finished designing for a secret new venture I’m working on – my most…
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STARLIGHT V2 and thrust vector shenanigans – HORIZON II design process
Hey guys! Just wanted to make a quick blog post updating you on my progress on the thrust vector control gimbal I designed nearly seven months ago. I haven’t finished the design for the hardware and software just yet, but I’m much closer than I was before! I wanted to make this update post so…
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STARLIGHT MINI flight computer and the drive to succeed.
A few months back, I began conceptualizing the idea of a much smaller and cheaper alternative to STARLIGHT. I understand it can be intimidating spending so much on a product from a small business that may or may not succeed. Because of this as well as further interest in PCB design and simplifying complex problems,…
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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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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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