Frustrated with microrockets that just fly, I decided to design, build and test a payload for microrockets. I used the project to get acquainted with technology which I learned about at Fri3d Camp 2018: ESP32, Arduino, 3D printing, Chinese electronics. The payload weighs only 85g, costs no more than 25 euros, and has accelerometer/gyroscope, GPS, barometer, 433 MHz radio telemetry, camera, full telemetry and imagery over wifi, and on-board storage. Working in space payload development myself, I used some concepts, technology and process used in the space industry. For instance, the ground segment uses the open source Yamcs Mission Control System, which is also used for telecommand/telemetry for ISS payloads.
We will launch the payload on a powerful microrocket at Fri3d Camp 2022.
Repository: https://github.com/jmwislez/fli3d