I am working on a small pod that has both a forward Infrared Gun and a rearward looking IR receiver. The unit will draw power from the planes battery. The circuitry will operate at 38 kHz, 940nm. Range will be about 12-16 feet and optimum angle will be 30 degrees or less. At 38kHz it will be unaffected by sunlight.
This system would be perfect for a group of pilots wanting to test their skills of attack and evasion with any type of model planes.
The idea is to simulate the difficulty fighters of WWl and WWll had in trying to get close to the enemy and lineup a shot. If the enemy IR receiver detects a 38MHz IR pulse it triggers the circuit to pop open a magnetic pod latch and releases a red, yellow and gray ribbon to simulate a hit. The deployment of the smoke ribbon will be a definite indication of a hit but allow the pilot to land.
Repacking the ribbon will take a minute, but the pilot can rejoin the fight.
The pod will be very light and can be attached by rubber band, magnets, or velcro. Let me know if you have interest in purchasing this system.
This system would be perfect for a group of pilots wanting to test their skills of attack and evasion with any type of model planes.
The idea is to simulate the difficulty fighters of WWl and WWll had in trying to get close to the enemy and lineup a shot. If the enemy IR receiver detects a 38MHz IR pulse it triggers the circuit to pop open a magnetic pod latch and releases a red, yellow and gray ribbon to simulate a hit. The deployment of the smoke ribbon will be a definite indication of a hit but allow the pilot to land.
Repacking the ribbon will take a minute, but the pilot can rejoin the fight.
The pod will be very light and can be attached by rubber band, magnets, or velcro. Let me know if you have interest in purchasing this system.
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