XBees are the wireless transmitters used in the flight computer (SPICA) |
| Using XBee SX or XBee Pro SX |
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Data Transfer | Receiver shall export data over Ethernet / RJ45 | Launch is standardizing data over Ethernet in conjunction with the MSD DAQ and the Ground Station |
| RJ45 is the ethernet connector |
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Data Storage | Receiver shall copy data received from the Flight Computer to local non-volatile memory | Data should not be lost in the event of a failure of the ground station |
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Power Supply | Receiver shall run on voltages ranging from 4.5 to 12V |
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Form Factor | Ground Receiver shall be able to function independent from the Ground Station |
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Indicators | Ground Receiver shall have visual indication of connection to the Flight Computer |
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