COrocket
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Hey TRF,
I think someone asked the question about how to add electronics in a Nike nosecone, and it was a project that I finally got around to, so I thought I'd share. Here is the first batch of pics, more to come tomorrow. As always, questions/comments/suggestions welcome
Picture 1: 1/16" G10 Plate CNC drilled for all the electrical components. Dimensions are 2.5" x 7"
Picture 2: Both battery holders are installed, as well as a MissileWorks switch. Both altimeters will be activated from the 4-pole switch. The connections were soldered, and heat shrink tubing cover the switch terminals, due to the close proximity.
Picture 3: Both RRC2-mini altimeters are installed. Also the G10 battery cover is installed, secured with (2) 6-32 screws. Finally, two nylon spacers are attached with West Systems. Their purpose will be explained later.
Picture 4: The nosecone bulkhead and retainer CNC milled to fit the 4" nosecone
Picture 5: Stainless u-bolt installed, and the row of holes seen in picture 4 are tapped to secure the terminal with 6-32 screws. The 8 small holes below it will be where the wires will run through.
I think someone asked the question about how to add electronics in a Nike nosecone, and it was a project that I finally got around to, so I thought I'd share. Here is the first batch of pics, more to come tomorrow. As always, questions/comments/suggestions welcome
Picture 1: 1/16" G10 Plate CNC drilled for all the electrical components. Dimensions are 2.5" x 7"
Picture 2: Both battery holders are installed, as well as a MissileWorks switch. Both altimeters will be activated from the 4-pole switch. The connections were soldered, and heat shrink tubing cover the switch terminals, due to the close proximity.
Picture 3: Both RRC2-mini altimeters are installed. Also the G10 battery cover is installed, secured with (2) 6-32 screws. Finally, two nylon spacers are attached with West Systems. Their purpose will be explained later.
Picture 4: The nosecone bulkhead and retainer CNC milled to fit the 4" nosecone
Picture 5: Stainless u-bolt installed, and the row of holes seen in picture 4 are tapped to secure the terminal with 6-32 screws. The 8 small holes below it will be where the wires will run through.