Ava 1 Launch & In Flight Pictures
Ava 1 Launch Raw Images (Warning lots !) Part 1
Ava 1 Launch Raw Images (Warning lots !) Part 2
Ava 1 Launch Raw Images (Warning lots !) Part 3 (Cut off as it was getting dark, can’t tell if it was getting misty or water was getting into the camera, a few nice shots of the other payload in the mist!)
Hi, I’m really interested in launching my own balloon project. I’m a little confused as to what GPS module I need to hook up to an Arduino UNO, as far as I can tell at the moment I need to purchase a GPS module from your website. Are you open to the exchange of a few emails ? I really could do with the help. Also, what is the blue material you used to construct your payload container ? How do you cut out recessed holes ? Sorry for all the questions. Many Thanks. Terry
Hi Terry,
To link a GPS Module to the Arduino I suggest a uBLOX 6 with suitable level conversion circuits like this one :
http://ava.upuaut.net/store/index.php?route=product/product&path=59_60&product_id=68
More than open to exchange of mails but as you’ve found IRC your in good hands
Foam is here : http://www.hindleys.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=7_57_60_292&products_id=9635/
I use a hot wire cutter from this E-Bay Seller :http://myworld.ebay.co.uk/jessjohncom/?_trksid=p4340.l2559
Cheers,
Anthony
Very nice! It is allowed to just launch a balloon in the air without permission? For example: planes can be come in problems..?
But thanks for sharing everything to the world!
Hi Melroy,
Generally you do need permission to launch though it does change from country to country. Have a read of :
http://ukhas.org.uk/general:beginners_guide_to_high_altitude_ballooning
Cheers,
Anthony