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Open source GPS for RC sailboat: all features explained
An onboard GPS module, open source, to analyze and optimize the trajectory and settings of your RC boat 1 - Why use a GPS on our radio-controlled sailboats? We are curious to know whether using a GPS on our radio-controlled boats during training can help us in our pursuit of performance. We can imagine that by measuring the boat's speed and heading, and comparing them to the wind speed and direction, we will be able to improve our sail trimming and better understand the boat'

FRA222
May 154 min read


The boats' GPS systems are fully functional.
Le GPS est intégré dans un boitier étanche qui ferme la trappe du df95 We now have four GPS units to mount on DF95s, allowing us to track speeds in real time on a display near the remote control. Each unit has its own USB rechargeable battery. A magnetic switch allows the GPS to be turned on/off without opening the cover. The data transmitted to the display can be recorded onto an SD card and then replayed.

FRA222
Apr 101 min read


How to retrieve wind speed and GPS track from an RC boat?
Transform your VRC workouts into connected experiences Imagine your traditional buoys equipped with anemometers that continuously measure the wind. Each RC boat has a GPS that sends its position, second by second. On land, a central station captures all this data, displays it in real time, and records it automatically. 👉 While sailing, you instantly follow the wind speed and the trajectory of your boats. 👉 After training, you replay each maneuver using the Replay function a

FRA222
Sep 16, 20252 min read
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