Autonomous Landing Radar Altimeter Variant 35 Kit with Arduino Mega + MPU6050
Autonomous Landing Radar Altimeter Kit — Master Rocket Descent Control with Arduino Mega & MPU6050
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
What if you could replicate the autonomous landing algorithms of reusable rockets right on your workbench? This kit lets you build a fully instrumented thrust-vectoring testbed that uses a radar altimeter for precision descent simulation. The TFmini Plus LiDAR provides millimetre-accurate altitude data while the MPU6050 tracks attitude, and an Arduino Mega runs a PID loop to command dual servos and a brushless motor—just like a scaled-down Falcon 9 landing leg control.
What You'll Build
You will assemble a working laboratory platform that continuously measures distance to the ground using LiDAR, fuses inertial data for stability, and actively controls thrust direction via servo linkages. The motor drives a mock propulsion unit, while the Arduino Mega processes sensor feedback in real time to command a soft touch down. By the end, you will have a demonstrable closed-loop altitude control system suitable for rocketry R&D or advanced engineering capstone projects.
What You'll Learn
- Interfacing and parsing high-frequency LiDAR distance data over UART
- Designing and implementing a cascade PID controller for descent velocity and attitude
- Fusing MPU6050 accelerometer and gyroscope readings with a complementary filter
- Calibrating servo-controlled thrust vectoring linkages and brushless motor response
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Mega 2560 | 1 |
| TFmini Plus LiDAR | 1 |
| MPU6050 | 1 |
| MG90S Servo | 2 |
| ESC 30A | 1 |
| Brushless Motor 2204 | 1 |
| LM2596 Buck Converter | 1 |
| 3S LiPo 1300mAh | 1 |
| XT60 Connector | 1 |
| 100nF Caps | 10 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 3 |
| Enclosure Box | 1 |
| Soldering Iron | 1 |
| Solder Wire | 1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
This kit is designed for final-year B.Tech Aerospace, ECE, and EEE students tackling capstone projects, rocketry teams at IIT, NIT, VIT and BITS Pilani, and serious hobbyists building precision simulations for the Smart India Hackathon. If you have hands-on experience with Arduino, sensor integration, and are comfortable with PID tuning, you will find this a deeply rewarding, lab-ready challenge.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Scan the QR code on the box to launch the AI build companion trained on this exact kit. It offers real-time debugging, with fallback to WhatsApp support from our Bengaluru team if the issue remains unresolved.
Can I adapt this kit for an actual model rocket?
This is a simulation platform for controlled descent testing; the thrust vectoring assembly is not flight-rated. The concepts and control logic, however, are directly transferable to flight hardware with appropriate mechanical and pyrotechnic upgrades.
Does the kit include instructions for PID tuning?
Yes. The AI companion provides specific starting gains for this hardware set and guides you through a structured tuning procedure to adjust for your test environment.
What safety precautions should I take with the LiPo battery and brushless motor?
Always charge the 3S LiPo with a balance charger on a fireproof surface. Secure the motor and propeller firmly, keep clear of the rotation plane, and disconnect power before handling any wiring. The enclosure box offers additional mechanical protection during bench runs.
TFmini LiDAR measures descent altitude. Arduino PID drives servo thrust-vectoring for simulated soft landing.
What's in this kit
Choose your assembly option:
- Soldering Kit — 25W soldering iron, 60/40 solder wire, flux, and small perfboard for permanent assembly.
- Breadboard Combo — 800-point full-size breadboard with 65-piece jumper wire pack for solderless prototyping.
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Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items