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This system won the first place in the "Software and Technology" category at the 2002 CAFTA. |
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The first step was to design the electrical schematics of the system. |
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The next step was to create the PCBs from the schematics.
Four different PCBs were manufactured: two for the GOTO computer, two for the RF Handpad. |
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Here is the finished GOTO computer. |
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The GOTO computer slot on the telescope. |
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The matting connector inside the telescope. |
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The GOTO computer being inserted in the telescope. |
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When installed, it holds very tightly in place. Actually, you really need to pull hard to remove it... |
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Here is a view of the matting PCB to which all telescope wires are connected. |
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The main power switch with status leds for each battery. |