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Just a clarification for the assignment 1. All I want was basically "what do you want to achieve this semester" (A list of the goals you want to accomplish with the board this sem) as well as a justification as to why this goal is important (It can be superficial like it looks cool or wtv).

The physical stackup was just meant to be 2 things. What type of board stackup, modular vs single board vs smthn else you come up with and discuss why.

HOW these are going to be implemented will be for the future challenges. For now, its just a very high level overview of the above mentioned. Don't worry about the nity gritty details.

The report doesn't need to be super long bro. Like a 1 or 2 pager that is legible and organized is all I want lmao

Outline for Challenge 1: Defining Project Requirements and Goals

This first challenge sets the foundation for the flight computer design by focusing on defining the project’s requirements, goals, and physical layout. Participants will work on understanding the bare minimum functionality needed while brainstorming additional features to enhance the system. They will also conceptualize the physical layout of the avionics system, ensuring modularity and compatibility with the rocket's structure.

Objective

• Define the core project requirements and goals for the flight computer.
• Establish a high-level physical layout of the avionics system. Whether that may be multiple boards stacked vertically or a single board horizontally. Describe the physical PCB(s)
• Come up with some creative design ideas while ensuring compliance with basic requirements.
• Deliver a rough sketch or CAD drawing of the proposed board layout.

Key Deliverables

1. Defined Project Requirements and Goals
   • A document outlining:
     • Bare minimum requirements:
       • Communication with a ground station from air.
       • Accurate collection of altitude telemetry.
       • GPS functionality.
       • Operability using a single battery.
     • Additional optional goals (participants are encouraged to brainstorm):
       • Sensor fusion (e.g., combining accelerometer, gyroscope, barometer data).
       • Guided navigation systems.
       • Advanced telemetry (e.g., velocity, orientation).
       • Etc. I wanna hear your ideas
   • Participants should justify any additional goals they propose based on feasibility and potential value.
2. Defined Physical Layout of Avionics
   • A description of how the avionics system will be physically structured:
     • Modularity: Decide if the system will consist of one board, multiple interconnected boards, or another modular design (e.g., castellated edges, backplane architecture).
     • Mounting: Rough structure of how avionics will be fitted into rocket
     • Connectivity: Discuss how components will interface (e.g., soldered connections vs. connectors).

Steps to Complete Challenge

Step 1: Understand Bare Minimum Requirements

• Review and discuss the basic project goals:
  1. Communication with ground station to air.
  2. Accurate altitude telemetry collection.
  3. GPS functionality.
  4. Operability from a single battery source.

Step 2: Brainstorm Additional Features

• Participants should think creatively about what additional features could enhance the flight computer’s functionality.