PROJECTS IN THE WORKS
LORA Wireless Initiator
The LORA Wireless Initiator (LWI) is a project nearing the end of development. It is designed to wirelessly launch your rockets or test your energetic components from up to several kilometers away. Using the 915 MHz band and 3D printed parts, it is designed to be built as a fun project at home. Components are available through the store but are commonly available and substitutable. The code with STL print files is available for free download. A PDF and YouTube build guide will also be available.
HECTOR Flight Computer
The HECTOR FC is based on work that was done for the Impala Hybrid Rocket Project, check out the archives for more info. The goal is to build an AIO flight computer, capable of supersonic flight, staging, dual + deploy, GPS, telemetry, and more. The HECTOR will be available through the store at various revisions throughout development. The FC is based on an open-source platform, and component lists and guides will be made available. Currently the HECTOR deployment algorithms are undergoing testing in the ARW Spud Gun.
Hybrid GSE System
The Hybrid GSE System has been successfully tested several times and can be used for any size of nitrous system. The GSE is LORA radio-controlled and features a pressure transducer for monitoring rocket tank pressures. The system was designed to integrate into a launch trailer no longer in use by ARW, so future upgrades will involve integrating it into a portable aluminum box as well as adding a fill tank transducer and further radio controls.
Two Stage HPR
The two-stage rocket is a brand-new project and will be used as part of the HECTOR testing program. Initially, this rocket will be mid-power, using two F motors. This will allow rapid testing at either the Mclean or Ghost Proving Grounds. Eventually, the two-stage rocket will evolve into a larger HPR project.
