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COTS altimeters are proven systems, purchased from reputable vendors. These altimeters vary in cost and capability. They are well characterized, but usually lack the flexibility to support customized requirements.
| Altimeter | Features |
|---|---|
| StratoLogger CF-100 | Dual Deploy, Data Logging |
| TeleMetrum V2 | Dual Deploy, Data Logging, Telemetry, GPS |
| Marsa 54L | 4 Pyro Channels, Data Logging, On-board LCD Display, On-field configuration |
| RRC3 | 3 Pyro Channels, Data Logging, Dual Deploy, connectable LCD |
Custom Avionics Systems
The avionics team has built many systems over the years. Unfortunately, institutional knowledge only encompasses the last two. Pyxida is the current team developed avionics system.
| Altimeter | Architecture | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Charybdis Avionics | Arduino Mega Shield | Roll Rate Control, Data Logging, Telemetry |
| Pyxida V1 | BeagleBoneShieldBeagleBone Shield, ARM Microprocessor | Data Logging, Telemetry, GPS, 12 Pyro Channels |
| Pyxida V1.1 | Stand-Alone ARM Microprocessor | Data Logging, Telemetry, GPS, 6 Pyro Channels, Continuity Checking |
| Pyxida V2Rev 3 | ARM Microprocessor | Data Logging, Telemetry, GPS, 8 Configurable Pyro Channels, Continuity Checking, Battery alarms |
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| Pyxida Rev 4 | ARM Microprocessor | Active GPS Antenna, Onboard Memory, rounded edges, self version checking |