From 5c0bab9b7ab364bbf266ee5147c3677047bd474d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Bdale Garbee Date: Tue, 5 Mar 2019 17:51:21 -0700 Subject: [PATCH] split unreleased products into a separate futures page --- TeleLaunch/futures.mdwn | 52 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ TeleLaunch/index.mdwn | 57 +++++------------------------------------ 2 files changed, 58 insertions(+), 51 deletions(-) create mode 100644 TeleLaunch/futures.mdwn diff --git a/TeleLaunch/futures.mdwn b/TeleLaunch/futures.mdwn new file mode 100644 index 0000000..1512dd5 --- /dev/null +++ b/TeleLaunch/futures.mdwn @@ -0,0 +1,52 @@ +[[!meta title="TeleLaunch Future Products"]] + +# Future TeleLaunch Products # + +## TeleLCOTwo ## + + + +A small LCO unit capable of handling up to two pyro channels. TeleLCOTwo +is ideal for individuals, or clubs that have an existing launch control +system but want to use TeleLaunch for an "away" launch cell. + +TeleLCOTwo is configured in advance by USB to know which two pyro channels +it should interact with, and then a simple rocker switch selects between +the two during use. + +TeleLCOTwo comes packaged in a weather-sealed polycarbonate box with +switches on one face, and BNC antenna connector and USB connectors +through the box walls. It can be placed on a table, but is typically +hand-held during operation. + +The TeleLCOTwo hardware design is available from +[git.gag.com](http://git.gag.com) in the project +[hw/telelcotwo](http://git.gag.com/?p=hw/telelcotwo;a=summary). + +## TeleFireTwo ## + + + +TeleFireTwo is a pyro board supporting two igniter circuits. This +makes TeleFireTwo ideal for individuals, launch trailers, or for "away +cells" at larger club launches. + +All high-current connections are made on the board using standard +1/4-inch spade lugs, with screw terminals for the siren and strobe. This +allows for easy packaging and quick board swaps. + +The photo above is of an early single-channel prototype, the design has +changed significantly since then and we'll take new photos someday. The two +switches are for power on/off and safe/arm. The two cables are for DC power +in and igniter leads out. + +The TeleFireOne hardware design is available from +[git.gag.com](http://git.gag.com) in the project +[hw/telefiretwo](http://git.gag.com/?p=hw/telefiretwo;a=summary). + +## Availability ## + +Prototypes of these products have been built, deployed, and used +successfully. Updates to the designs are underway and we hope to +introduce them sometime in 2019. + diff --git a/TeleLaunch/index.mdwn b/TeleLaunch/index.mdwn index 2e6a0cb..5d633de 100644 --- a/TeleLaunch/index.mdwn +++ b/TeleLaunch/index.mdwn @@ -48,35 +48,13 @@ The TeleLCO hardware design is available from [git.gag.com](http://git.gag.com) in the project [hw/telelco](http://git.gag.com/?p=hw/telelco;a=summary). -### TeleLCOTwo ### +## Pyro Boxes ## - - -A small LCO unit capable of handling up to two pyro channels. TeleLCOTwo -is ideal for individuals, or clubs that have an existing launch control -system but want to use TeleLaunch for an "away" launch cell. - -TeleLCOTwo is configured in advance by USB to know which two pyro channels -it should interact with, and then a simple rocker switch selects between -the two during use. - -TeleLCOTwo comes packaged in a weather-sealed polycarbonate box with -switches on one face, and BNC antenna connector and USB connectors -through the box walls. It can be placed on a table, but is typically -hand-held during operation. - -The TeleLCOTwo hardware design is available from -[git.gag.com](http://git.gag.com) in the project -[hw/telelcotwo](http://git.gag.com/?p=hw/telelcotwo;a=summary). - -## Pyro Boards ## - -Each pyro board in the TeleLaunch system uses FET technology for lowest +Each pyro box in the TeleLaunch system uses FET technology for lowest possible resistance paths, allowing maximum current to be reliably delivered from the power source to the igniter leads. TeleFire boards can -be powered by any 10-15V supply. This would typically be a 12V lead acid -battery, but 3-cell lithium polymer packs used in RC aircraft are also -suitable. +be powered by any 10-15V supply, typically a 12V sealed lead acid +battery. Each board features: @@ -103,27 +81,6 @@ Each board features: larger NEMA enclosure with space for the user's choice of external connectors. -### TeleFireTwo ### - - - -TeleFireTwo is a pyro board supporting two igniter circuits. This -makes TeleFireTwo ideal for individuals, launch trailers, or for "away -cells" at larger club launches. - -All high-current connections are made on the board using standard -1/4-inch spade lugs, with screw terminals for the siren and strobe. This -allows for easy packaging and quick board swaps. - -The photo above is of an early single-channel prototype, the design has -changed significantly since then and we'll take new photos someday. The two -switches are for power on/off and safe/arm. The two cables are for DC power -in and igniter leads out. - -The TeleFireOne hardware design is available from -[git.gag.com](http://git.gag.com) in the project -[hw/telefiretwo](http://git.gag.com/?p=hw/telefiretwo;a=summary). - ### TeleFireEight ### @@ -147,6 +104,8 @@ The TeleFireEight hardware design is available from [git.gag.com](http://git.gag.com) in the project [hw/telefireeight](http://git.gag.com/?p=hw/telefireeight;a=summary). +## [Future Products](futures.html) + ## Documentation ## There's a cheat-sheat inside the lid of TeleLCO that has proven to be @@ -169,10 +128,6 @@ likely to produce an easier to use configuration program eventually. TeleLCO and TeleFireEight are now in production, and available for purchase directly through the [Garbee and Garbee](https://shop.gag.com) online store. -Prototypes of the other products in this family have been built, deployed, -and used successfully. Updates to the designs are underway and we hope to -have additional products available in 2019. - ## Licenses ## TeleLaunch hardware is licensed under the [TAPR](http://www.tapr.org) -- 2.30.2