Experiment Plans

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Packing List

  • Ethernet hub
  • Ethernet wires
  • boxes and arrays (include spares)
  • battery holders?
  • linux laptops
  • batteries and chargers
    • Li+
    • Gel cells? and chargers?
  • AC power adaptors
  • extra wire and connectors, battery terminals, etc.

Fedex by when to get there by July 13? (Probably use fedex ground since this stuff is heavy and bulky?)

Things to buy on site

  • stakes?
  • pvc pipe and cutter
  • large hose clamps
  • AA batteries

Tools, Things we need that may be there already

  • stake pounder
  • portable AC power pack (car starter)
  • soldering iron and accessories
  • cutters, screwdrivers, pliers, tools

Clothing etc

  • Sleeping bag
  • pad
  • long sleeved shirts
  • hat
  • rain gear
  • bug spray
  • sunscreen
  • muck boots


Software Testing

  • Ranging and multilat with the number of nodes that we plan to deploy. Indoor test, verify that ranges and results are accurate
  • If 8cm pipes, test new array geometry fix
  • Test synchronized
  • Test level meter, dead mic detector
  • Test fault reporting for crashes
  • Test new recording contol/config program
  • DTN for getting the files back?

Hardware Mods

  • Add new 8cm pipes
  • Power array off main battery
  • New battery connectors
  • New, faster SD cards?
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