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Mission Planner Software can run on any generic 386/DX (or greater)
laptop computer, using MS-DOS format. The user inputs: primary
target landing coordinates, waypoint coordinates, most current wind
velocity and direction data, payload weight, parachute model-number,
and other mission relevant information. Once this data is entered,
the MPS will determine the "Best" high altitude release-point (HARP).
The Mission Planner is now ready to download information into the AGU. The MPS has additional capabilities to allow it to run a system-check on the Digital Flight Computer and Power-Supply, as well as confirm the GPS receiver status for a complete systems check. |
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An optional ground control station can be utilized
to manually control (via a secure radio or video uplink) the delivery
system. This optional feature allows the operator "hands-on" control over
the termination or "flare" segment of the flight. Further, the AGU can
be allowed to "home" to the ground control station if so desired. A feature
that allows for last-minute Drop Zone changes. |
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