Model Rocket Launch Controller
Andy Cozzette and Erich Hackmann
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Project Description
Microcontroller Uses
Software
Hardware
Uses of the HCS12 Microcontroller
• Receive signals from external sources to begin
• Output signals to control the launch sequence
• Utilize RTI
• Run Mode
• Phase Lock Loop
Software
• Utilizes many different things learned throughout the semester
– Interrupts
– Countdown timer
– Output sound through the speaker
– Interfaces with other IC’s
– Sends a signal to initiate the Launch
Program Flowchart
Hardware
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Seven‐Segment Display
Push Button
Speaker
Heating Element (in place of rocket)
Model Rocket Launch Controller
Schematic
Conclusion
• Construct a model rocket launch control
• Utilized material learned within the course
• Have fun on a cool project!!
Questions?