The Heliostat project aim is to develop a low cost device for tracking the sun, capable of aiming at multiple targets, and based on the Arduino MCU platform. Off the shelf parts such as satellite dish actuators and other easy to find parts are used.

Features

  • Arduino platform for MCU
  • Easy to build frame
  • Inexpensive off-the-shelf linear actuators
  • Multi-target capable design
  • Autonomous or remote controlled operation

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Categories

Robotics

License

GNU General Public License version 2.0 (GPLv2)

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Additional Project Details

Intended Audience

Developers, Science/Research

Programming Language

C

Related Categories

C Robotics Software

Registered

2010-10-04
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