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rxsid
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Hi all,
I am looking for information (links?) on how to build an altimeter for use in model rocketry. I am a computer programmer, so the software side I think I can deal with fairly well. I'm thinking of getting the What's a Microcontroller BASIC Stamp Kit from Radio Shack as a starter. From there though, I'm not sure how one goes from the development board/PCB to something that could be considered a 'finished' board. Where can one get PCB's like that? Ultimately, I'd like to build an electronics package for my rockets that would include 1)an altimeter, 2)a speed/mach sensor, and hopefully 3)a temperature sensor, 4)humidity sensor, 5)video cam and 6)GPS. I've really no idea if 3 through 6 could be added to the first two 'wants', but that's my wish list all in one electronics payload. Why? I guess just because. To see if I can do it. Also, I guess I like data
Anyway, some pointers/links to tutorials on where I can buy non 'demo' type PCB's would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
I am looking for information (links?) on how to build an altimeter for use in model rocketry. I am a computer programmer, so the software side I think I can deal with fairly well. I'm thinking of getting the What's a Microcontroller BASIC Stamp Kit from Radio Shack as a starter. From there though, I'm not sure how one goes from the development board/PCB to something that could be considered a 'finished' board. Where can one get PCB's like that? Ultimately, I'd like to build an electronics package for my rockets that would include 1)an altimeter, 2)a speed/mach sensor, and hopefully 3)a temperature sensor, 4)humidity sensor, 5)video cam and 6)GPS. I've really no idea if 3 through 6 could be added to the first two 'wants', but that's my wish list all in one electronics payload. Why? I guess just because. To see if I can do it. Also, I guess I like data
Anyway, some pointers/links to tutorials on where I can buy non 'demo' type PCB's would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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From my research on this topic, I've found that most of the altimeter/electronics projects that I've been able to find are rather dated. With the most recent stuff being in the 2001 range at best. And most search engine searches return hundreds, if not thousands of results...many of which aren't useful (IMHO).
Anyone have any updated projects / parts lists (especially the board and where to buy them)?
Thanks!