David Scheltema
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Blast off with RocketC.H.I.P.

This is RocketC.H.I.P.: a C.H.I.P. with specially configured WiFi and the circuity to control a relay. We use it to launch hobby rockets.

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Blast off with RocketC.H.I.P.

Things used in this project

Hardware components

C.H.I.P.
C.H.I.P.
×1
C.H.I.P. Approved 3.7 V LiPo Battery
C.H.I.P. Approved 3.7 V LiPo Battery
×1
Hobby Rocket with launch pad, engines, and igniter
×1
4 AA batteries
×1
Relay DIP (parts list and schematic)
×1

Hand tools and fabrication machines

Computer
(Optional) Monitor, keyboard, and mouse for C.H.I.P.
Soldering iron and solder
Wood glue and epoxy
Wire cutter

Story

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Schematics

Relay DIP

5V relay controlled by C.H.I.P.'s XI0–P1 GPIO pin.

Code

RocketC.H.I.P. UI

RocketC.H.I.P. user interface for launching hobby rockets.

Credits

David Scheltema

David Scheltema

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