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Spacesense

A team participating in the CanSat project of CanSat Belgium, a project run by ESA. Our task here is to launch a mini-satellite into the air and take measurements. Our mandatory measurements are temperature and air pressure, and additionally, we have a non-mandatory, but second mission that we were able to choose ourselves: CO2 and O3.

Design of the cansat

115 mm in length and 66 mm in diameter

PCB Mounting

First Layer: switch and battery
Second Layer: Raspberry Pi Pico
Third Layer: MQ131 sensor, MG811 sensor, BMP280 sensor, RFM69HCW, and possibly a GPS module and XYZ module

hexagonal Design

we want to test whether there is a significant difference in sensor measurements between a CanSat with and without a hexagon.

MG811 Sensor Module

Similarly, we have extended the library to control the MG811 sensor module, designed for detecting carbon dioxide (CO2) in the environment. The library provides the necessary functionalities to measure CO2 concentration, which is vital for air quality monitoring applications. The collected data from the MG811 sensor contributes to a deeper understanding of atmospheric composition at the location.

MQ-131 Sensor Module

The MQ-131 sensor is designed for detecting ozone (O3) in the environment, and we have tailored the library to optimize the sensitivity of the MQ-131 sensor. By utilizing the library, we can conduct precise measurements and gain in-depth insights into air quality, especially in situations where ozone monitoring is crucial, such as in air quality assessments.

BMP280 Sensor Module

The BMP280 sensor is engineered for measuring temperature and barometric pressure with high accuracy in various environments. We have customized the library to enhance the performance of the BMP280 sensor, ensuring precise measurements in real-time. With the optimized library, we can gather detailed data on temperature and atmospheric pressure, enabling us to monitor environmental conditions effectively and make informed decisions in applications such as weather forecasting, altitude sensing, and indoor air quality assessment.