SHARP-3SHARP-3October 2012

Mission GoalsMission Goals1. To Perfect Launch Procedures

2. To Use Arduino (microcontroller) to trigger payload cut-down and RC glider drop

3. To Use Arduino to log pressure, temperature, trigger a servo on altitude, etc.

4. The Stratospheric Heating Experiment5. To Improve Imaging (cameras & swivels)

6. Balloon Release and Glider drop video by RC Aircraft7. Lifting Body research for SHARP-4

1. Launch Procedures1. Launch ProceduresReverse Launch Day Check List

Time Task Completed10:20 Clean Launch Site and Start Tracking Balloon no10:05 Notify NavCan of Launch no10:00 Launch no 9:59 Raise Balloon to 20 feet to get shots of the launch site no 9:56 Zip Tie Balloon attach the Parachute no 9:55 Attach Shroud Lines to Payload no 9:54 Close up Payload no 9:52 Start Cameras and Geiger Counter no 9:51 Start Temperature Sensors and SPOT Tracker no 9:47 First Flight Radio Check no 9:45 Start Flight Radio and Chase Vehicle Radio 8:30 Begin filling Balloon (allow 1.5 hours for the 3000 g balloon) 8:20 Carefully lay out Balloon and attach filling tube 8:15 Start Cut-Down Circuit (set for 2 h + 45 min) 8:10 Set up He Tank and attach Balloon Filling Apparatus 8:05 Lay out Tarp, Set out Tools, Zip Ties, Tape, Side Cutter, Parachute… 8:00 Start Master Timer 7:55 Start com link between launch site and Launch Centre 7:50 Start Internet Connection at Launch Centre/First SHARP Wiki Update 7:45 Arrive at Launch Site and Launch Centre 7:40 Set up Net (lodge computer goes online) 7:30 Check Out of Resort 7:15 Load All Gear into Cars 7:00 Clean Rooms 6:35 Return to Rooms and pack 6:30 Decision to Launch 6:15 Last Weather Report and Flight Path Prediction 5:45 Breakfast 5:15 Wake-up, Shower and Dress

ArduinoArduinoPutting the Robotics in SHARPPutting the Robotics in SHARP

2. The Motor Shield Kit and Servos2. The Motor Shield Kit and ServosServos are the easiest way to start making motion with an Arduino. Even though they don't turn 360 degrees, you can use them to create all sorts of periodic or reciprocating motions. In this project, potentiometer values are read in through an 'Analog In' pin. The values are then used to control the position of a servo motor.

Servo

Arduino Controlled ServoArduino Controlled Servo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bsoeSHhuEKY&safety_mode=true&persist_safety_mode=1&safe=active

ARDUINO CLASSKendra M.Alex P.Alex M.Jake B.

To collect temperature, acceleration, and location data, to trigger a servo at a predetermined altitude

on descent (parachute release on SHARP-4).

SD Memory CardGPS Sensor

Arduino Development

BoardsUnder the Shield

3. The Arduino Data Logger & GPS 3. The Arduino Data Logger & GPS ShieldsShields

Ardupilot Mega at DIY Drones $250 kit$250 kit

Convert any RC airplane into a fully-autonomous UAV!Just add the ArduPilot Mega autopilot to any RC aircraft and it becomes a fully-programmable flying robot with a powerful ground station and Mission Planner. Features include:Return to Launch with a flick of your RC toggle switch or a mouse click in the graphical Ground StationUnlimited 3D GPS waypointsBuilt-in camera controlFully-scriptable missionsOne-click software load, and easy point-and-click configuration in the powerful Mission Planner. NO programming required!Replay recorded missions and analyze all the data with a graphing interfaceSupports two-way telemetry with Xbee wireless modules. Point-and-click waypoint entry or real-time mission commands while the UAV is in the airFly with a joystick or gamepad via your PC--no need for RC control!Built-in failsafe will bring your aircraft home in the case of radio loss

4. Stratospheric Heating 4. Stratospheric Heating Experiment (SHE)Experiment (SHE)

• SHARP-2 recorded a low external temperature of -41 °C. SHARP-3 will place both Marathon DL precision temperature sensors on the outside of the payload box. One will be covered in aluminum foil to reflect radiation from the sun and a comparison of the temperatures recorded will indicate whether heating is primarily by conduction or radiation in the stratosphere.

• We can still log temperature inside the payload.

5. Improved Imaging5. Improved Imaging• Two 808 #16 Keychain Cameras

will be used to capture HD video of the Glider’s Release and the Cut-Down of the Payload.

• We can also use the cameras from SHARP-1/2 (Canon A1200, GoPro HD Video, Sony etc.)

• New compartments will need to be built. The SPOT Messenger (GPS) will need to stand vertically.

9 gram HD Video Camera!9 gram HD Video Camera!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSg-8ktRq4U&safety_mode=true&persist_safety_mode=1&safe=active

RC Photography of the LaunchRC Photography of the Launchhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUZWp2T_UdU&safety_mode=true&persist_safety_mode=1&safe=active

GoPro Hero HDGoPro Hero HD

The ARCIE II Kit by Edmonds Aerospace

A Boost Rocket Glider

6. RC Rocket Glider Drop6. RC Rocket Glider DropGlider dropping experience will be gained on

SHARP-3 for a SHARP-4 mission.

RC servo, receiver, battery is in body and

under the wing

The ARCIE II comes complete with booster pod, glider, Hitec 3 channel FM transmitter with

rechargeable battery pack, Hitec Feather receiver (w/ matching crystal), rechargeable battery pack (for

receiver), 1 servo and a battery charger that works for both battery packs.

Length: 21.25 in.Wingspan: 18 in.

Equipment Fairing Diameter: 0.98 in.Weight: Glider, raw parts: 2.3 oz. (approx.)Glider, built, w/ RC gear: 3.5 oz. (approx.)

Booster + Glider (w/ RC gear, no engine): 5 oz. (approx.)

Recommended Engines: C11-3, D12-3 and E9-4

ARCIE II Hardware for GliderARCIE II Hardware for Glider

NASA’s NASA’s ((Sierra Nevada Corporation)

Rocket GliderRocket Glider“Dream Chaser”“Dream Chaser”

Glider Release by Arduino/Servo inside Glider Release by Arduino/Servo inside the Payload the Payload OROR by RC Transmitter on by RC Transmitter on

the Ground?the Ground?The Quanum R/C bomb system can be installed in minutes and is triggered by a spare servo channel in your receiver. But we will probably use our Arduino triggered servo as primary glider release.

The Release MechanismThe Release Mechanism

An RC Sailplane An RC Sailplane Release (SHARP 3/4 Release (SHARP 3/4

Payload/Glider Payload/Glider Cutdown)Cutdown)

from from Alan ThorenAlan Thoren

The line fits down the tube.

SHARP-3 Jobs We Should DO NOW!SHARP-3 Jobs We Should DO NOW!1. Pre-Launch, Launch and Chase Procedures/Checklists need

to be made and tested.

2. SHARP 1 and 2 data analysis – height and speed of Jetstream in October.

3. Rebuild the Photographic module so that its deeper. No overlap of UV filter onto the Science module.

4. Build small compartments in the photo and com modules for the 808 keychain cameras. I have an old broken 808 for fitting. Two new ones will arrive after the break.

5. Amateur Radio Course - underway

6. Arduino Course – Interested in programing Arduinos? A quick course will start soon. Then you work/play on your own.

7. We can start cold testing servos almost any time.

8. 3D Modelling Anyone? Inventory? RC Glider and Lifting body research?

SHARP-4SHARP-4

Dyna-Soar was to be the Dyna-Soar was to be the basis of a space bomber, basis of a space bomber, reconnaissance platform, reconnaissance platform,

satellite inspection vehicle, satellite inspection vehicle, and space interceptorand space interceptor.

Supersonic Bell X-1Supersonic Bell X-1

Space ShuttleSpace Shuttlethe payload bay was designed

specifically to accommodate the KH-9 HEXAGON spy satellite

SHARP-3 could prove SHARP-3 could prove the basic techniques the basic techniques needed for SHARP-4needed for SHARP-4

Very High Altitude, Very Very High Altitude, Very High Speed FlightHigh Speed Flight

14 October 1947

April 12, 1981

Develop and Fly a High Altitude, High Speed GliderDevelop and Fly a High Altitude, High Speed Glider

DeeCee Thunder above

Span:

18 inches Motor: D12-3

Modify a Glider to Carry a GPS, Tracking Radio, Battery Pack,

and Camera for a High Altitude Flight

SHARP-4SHARP-4A rocket boost glider and a NASAA rocket boost glider and a NASA lifting bodylifting body

This radio control airplane is carrying a scale model of X-33 lifting

body and is taking part in NASA research.

“On 28 October 2010, a team of British space enthusiasts

launched a paper aeroplane into space from a helium balloon at

an altitude of 89,591 feet (27,307.39 m) above the earth’s

surface. The plane had a wingspan of three feet, was

made of paper straws, covered in paper and it took a year to construct. The balloon was

equipped with two cameras and tracker devices, and both plane and balloon were retrieved intact about 100 miles from the launch

site. The project cost £8,000 (approx. $12,700).”

http://www.gizmag.com/paper-plane-images-space/16913/

GUINNESS WORLD RECORD FOR HIGHEST GUINNESS WORLD RECORD FOR HIGHEST ALTITUDE PAPER AIRPLANE ALTITUDE PAPER AIRPLANE

Max. Altitude SHARP-1 and SHARP-2Max. Altitude SHARP-1 and SHARP-2(Stratospheric Glider Recovery Area (Stratospheric Glider Recovery Area

West of Gladstone)West of Gladstone)

SHARP-1/2 data analysis is needed. What altitude was the jet stream? What speeds were reached in the jet stream? When will SHARP-3 reach the jet stream?

When will it leave the jet stream? We should watch for these events during the SHARP-3 chase.

Cold tests will need to be run on the servos to determine if they will work for a payload cut-down at -60 C.

HAB Night Flight by Cambridge HAB Night Flight by Cambridge University StudentsUniversity Students

360 Degree Panorama360 Degree Panorama

http://www.unmannedspaceflight.com/index.php?showtopic=5427

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JY6-vrV1Gg&feature=related

SPACE PLANE DROPhttp://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-1328399/British-team-send-paper-plane-edge-space-

flies-Earth.html

http://www.aviationweek.com/aw/blogs/aviation_week/on_space_and_technology/index.jsp?plckController=Blog&plckScript=blogScript&plckElementId=blogDest&plckBlogPage=BlogViewPost&plckPostId=Blog%3Aa68cb417-3364-4fbf-a9dd-4feda680ec9cPost%3Ad7c77651-e4da-4344-

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Arduino/Ardupilot Controlled UAV Arduino/Ardupilot Controlled UAV Drop Drop

Follow the Discussion at Do It Yourself Drones

http://www.diydrones.com/forum/topics/high-altitude-balloon

Hobby King’s Sky Fun for SHARP-4?

Specification:Wingspan: 875mmLength: 700mmHeight: 170mmFlying Weight: 550gMotor: 1800kv Brushless OutrunnerESC: 25AServo: 2 x 9gRequired:Your own TX & RXBattery 1300mah 11.1V 3S 20C or higher

Another Off-the-Shelf KitAnother Off-the-Shelf Kit

X-43 High Speed Lifting BodyX-43 High Speed Lifting BodyThe X43A is a very unusual NASA hypersonic test jet rc model, equipped with a strong 64mm EDF power system and 30A ESC combined with an unusual aerodynamic shape. All the servos are pre-installed and you just need to include 3S battery and your own receiver to put it through a test flight. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7Y-kk7Cit0&safety_mode=true&persist_safety_mode=1&safe=active

Spec. Length : 952mmWing Span: 660mmFlying Weight: 585gThrust: 600gServo: 3x9gMotor: Powerful Brushless Outrunner 4100kv ESC: 30ADuct fan: 64mm

Required:Your own TX & RX1300mah 3S Lipo

SHARP-3 TEAMSSHARP-3 TEAMSWhat will be your role in SHARP-3?

1) Launch Procedures Team• Michael• Kendra• Sonali

2) Arduino/C++ Team•Kendra M.•Alex P.•Jake B.•Val P.•Alex M.•Brandon•Ryan

3) Photo Module Construction Team•Ryan D.•Garret C.•Kyle•Alex M.•Kendra•Val

4) Glider Research/Build Team•Val•Garret•Brandon•Ryan

5) Amateur Radio Team•Alex. M.•Alex P.•Kendra M.•Jake B.•Val P.

6) SHARP Wiki Team

7) RC Aircraft Team•Ryan D.•Brandon D.•Garret C.•Jake

8) T-Shirt Team•Kendra & Katie

9) SHARP ScienceSee Ms. McKnight!•Anna