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Old 05-07-2014, 09:16 AM
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Cool project, did something similar a while ago.

I would not not use pulseIn fo reading the Rx. You need to write a custom handler and read the radio 3 times. I found the arduino can "jump" around in the values. By reading 3 times and taking the average you get a much better read. Would hate for a small glitch in the timer or something else cause the retracts to suck up or go down. The timers can be querky especially if you get a clone unit.

I originally made a sequencer for my canopy on a turbine jet using an arduino. I evnetually switched it over to a switch instead. Didnt want to chance it opening in flight if I bump the switch.

https://www.google.com/url?q=http://...Hspz5sNwhebllw

I also used an arduino to operate a custom turreton my b-25 with random 360 degree motions!
https://www.google.com/url?q=http://...g2ULSmfMCNrrEg

These are real fun to play with but I just cant trust them yet in a turbine aircraft for the landing gear.