Status Update
We have been very busy with non Project Redirect work the during the last two weeks and have been unable to spend any time on the project. We hope to have more time in the coming weeks.
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The Parachute Module
Now that we have decided on the building materials for the GTP (Guidance Test Payload), we can start assembling it. The Gen 2 GTP will be made up of two segments; the parachute segment and below it, the electronics segment. Each segment has two parts; the outer shell and inside it, the module. The outer…
Status update
We returned to working on Project Redirect two weeks ago. Unfortunately, the test payload receiver had to be replaced (more about this here.) At this time, we are still waiting to receive the replacement. Once it arrives, we will be able to continue preparing for our next flight. More updates will follow…
The Flight Test System; an Overview (Part 2)
Click here for part 1 The second subsystem of the FTS (Flight Test System) is the test payload. It will be dropped by the S1000+ from 106.7 m (350 ft). Above is a 3D model of the guidance system test payload. The test payload will differ in design depending on which system will be tested. …
Experimenting
The spring powered parachute system has been fraught with problems, ranging from spring power issues to a nonfunctional release mechanism. A month ago, we had to decide if we wanted to continue with a spring powered system or switch to a new power method. We decided that sticking with the spring system was the best…
Electronics
We have been continuing our preparations for the first test flight of the GTP (Guidance Test Payload) that will signal the start of the development of the guidance system. Our efforts in the past weeks have been focused in three different areas. First, with the completion of the internal parachute module and the painting of…
Taking Flight
On the 2nd of September, we headed out to fly the S1000+ for the first time.