projects:pegasus:pegasus_ii
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+ | ===== Pegasus II ===== | ||
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+ | *Flight computer = gumstix connex200 + waysmall ST-UART + cfstix | ||
+ | *CF gps module + external antenna | ||
+ | *Nokia 6310i connected via serial cable to waysmall' | ||
+ | *Custom made geiger counter built by " | ||
+ | *Sideways 3MP camera | ||
+ | *Upwards facing JamCam (640x480) | ||
+ | *Downwards facing 3.1MP Digital Video Camera | ||
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+ | Balloon size = 1200gm | ||
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+ | Total weight = 2kg | ||
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+ | Parachure = 91cm | ||
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+ | Reasons for failure: | ||
+ | *Strong NW winds + jetstream | ||
+ | *To large a balloon | ||
+ | *Wasn' | ||
+ | *Lack of sleep | ||
+ | *Too complicated |