https://github.com/cosmic-aerospace-technologies/fc-udev

The FC-Udev is a do it yourself flight computer kit for model rocketeers alike. It introduces the user to basic circuitry, soldering, debugging, software implementation and much more.
https://github.com/cosmic-aerospace-technologies/fc-udev

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The FC-Udev is a do it yourself flight computer kit for model rocketeers alike. It introduces the user to basic circuitry, soldering, debugging, software implementation and much more.

• Host: GitHub
• URL: https://github.com/cosmic-aerospace-technologies/fc-udev
• Owner: Cosmic-Aerospace-Technologies
• License: other
• Created: 2024-05-14T05:16:36.000Z (over 1 year ago)
• Default Branch: main
• Last Pushed: 2025-03-05T01:31:54.000Z (8 months ago)
• Last Synced: 2025-03-05T02:26:39.999Z (8 months ago)
• Topics: aerospace, aerospace-engineering, cpp, flightcomputer, rocketry
• Language: C++
• Homepage: https://cosmicaero.space/
• Size: 311 KB
• Stars: 1
• Watchers: 1
• Forks: 0
• Open Issues: 0
• Metadata Files:
  • Readme: README.md
  • License: LICENSE

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README

          
# 🚀 FC-Udev Flight Software

## 🌟 Overview  

**FC-Udev Flight Software** is an open-source project designed to operate and manage model rockets, perfect for rocketeers eager to explore the integration of electronics into their projects. Developed by **Cosmic Aerospace Technology (C|A|T)**, this software provides a robust, modular foundation for enthusiasts, beginners, and professionals to build, deploy, and log telemetry for flight systems. Optimized for Arduino-based platforms, it integrates sensor modules to monitor real-time telemetry, detect events, and execute autonomous operations.

This repository represents our commitment to fostering innovation, learning, and collaboration within the aerospace and electronics communities.

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## ✨ Features  

- **Open Source**: Freely available for non-commercial and educational purposes.  

- **Telemetry Logging**: Seamless integration with SD card modules for recording temperature, pressure, altitude, and other sensor data.  

- **Modular Design**: Built for flexibility and ease of customization.  

- **Advanced Sensor Support**: Compatible with the Adafruit MPU6050 and BMP280 modules for precise accelerometer, gyroscope, and barometric readings.  

- **Event Detection**: Includes launch detection and apogee recovery deployment logic.  

- **User Configurable**: Allows toggling features like data logging and apogee delay for different mission profiles.  

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## 🛠️ Hardware Requirements  

To use this software, ensure the following hardware components are available:  

1. **Flight Computer**: Arduino-compatible board (e.g., Arduino Mega, Uno, or Nano).  

2. **Sensors**:  

   - Adafruit MPU6050 (Accelerometer and Gyroscope)  

   - Adafruit BMP280 (Barometric Pressure and Temperature Sensor)  

3. **SD Card Module**: Compatible with SPI interface.  

4. **Peripherals**:  

   - LEDs  

   - Buzzers  

   - Pyrotechnic outputs (for recovery system deployment)  

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## 🚀 Getting Started  

### Prerequisites  

- **Arduino IDE**: Install the latest version.  

- **Libraries**:  

  - [Adafruit Sensor Library](https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_Sensor)  

  - [Adafruit BMP280 Library](https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_BMP280_Library)  

  - [Adafruit MPU6050 Library](https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_MPU6050)  

  - [SDFat Library](https://github.com/greiman/SdFat)  

### Installation  

1. Clone this repository or download the `.ino` file.  

2. Open the `.ino` file in the Arduino IDE.  

3. Install the required libraries listed above.  

4. Upload the sketch to your Arduino-compatible board.  

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## 🧩 Code Structure  

### Key Sections  

- **Setup**: Initializes the sensors, peripherals, and SD card module.  

- **Loop**: Contains the main program logic for telemetry logging, launch detection, and recovery system deployment.  

- **Functions**:  

  - `printTelemetry()`: Logs and prints sensor data.  

  - `flight()`: Handles the flight phase, including event-based logic.  

  - `deploy()`: Executes recovery system deployment.  

  - `startup()`: Provides a startup sequence for user feedback.  

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## 🛠️ How to Use  

1. **Data Logging**:  

   - Enable or disable logging by setting the `dataLogging` variable in the code.  

2. **Customizing Deployment**:  

   - Adjust the apogee delay using the `delayTime` variable.  

3. **Telemetry**:  

   - View real-time data via the serial monitor or access the recorded telemetry in the `data.txt` file on the SD card.  

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## 🤝 Contribution  

Contributions are welcome! Whether you want to fix a bug, enhance the software, or suggest a new feature:  

1. Fork the repository.  

2. Create a branch for your feature/bugfix.  

3. Submit a pull request with a detailed explanation.  

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## 📜 License  

This project is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International

To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/

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## 🙏 Acknowledgments  

We thank the global open-source community for their contributions to the Arduino ecosystem. Special recognition goes to:  

- Adafruit Industries for their robust sensor libraries.  

- Greiman for the SDFat library.  

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## 💬 Support  

For questions, feature requests, or bug reports, please create an issue in the [Issues Section](https://github.com/your-username/FC-Udev-Flight-Software/issues).  

If you find this project useful, consider donating to us at [cosmicaero.space/donate](https://cosmicaero.space/donate).  

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**Cosmic Aerospace Technology (C|A|T)**  

*Unlocking the sky through open innovation.*  

[cosmicaero.space](https://cosmicaero.space)