Simulate Lunar ISRU with Arduino Mega Regolith Analyser Kit
Simulate Lunar ISRU: Regolith Analyser Kit with Arduino Mega
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
You will assemble a benchtop instrument that mimics in-situ resource utilisation on the Moon - it scans powdered rock samples and records colour coordinates, pH, electrical conductivity, and near-infrared spectral signatures. This kit is designed for researchers and advanced makers who need a reliable, integrated tool to evaluate regolith simulants without hunting down I2C addresses, calibrating disparate breakout boards, or debugging loose connections. The entire sensor array is powered by one Arduino Mega, and the data logs to microSD with RTC timestamps for immediate analysis or machine learning input. ISRU experiments in academic labs, private space-tech R&D, and competitive hackathons like the Smart India Hackathon now have a reproducible hardware baseline.
What You'll Build
A fully functional regolith characterisation station. You will mount the TCS3200 colour sensor, TDS EC meter, analogue pH module, and AS7265x spectral sensor into the enclosure, wire them on custom PCBs, and programme the Mega to read all channels, display live readings on the 2.4-inch TFT, and save each measurement to CSV with a timestamp. The result is a turnkey instrument that classifies mineral analogues by colour, salinity, acidity, and six-channel NIR reflectance - exactly the kind of data needed for lunar resource prospecting.
What You'll Learn
- Interfacing four analogue and I2C sensors simultaneously on a single Arduino Mega
- Calibrating a TCS3200 colour sensor and pH probe for reproducible geochemical measurements
- Logging time-stamped multi-parameter data to microSD using the DS3231 RTC
- Displaying real-time sensor values on an ILI9341 TFT screen with custom UI
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Mega 2560 | 1 |
| TCS3200 Colour Sensor | 1 |
| TDS EC Meter | 1 |
| Analog pH Module | 1 |
| AS7265x Spectral | 1 |
| DS3231 RTC | 1 |
| MicroSD Module | 1 |
| 2.4in TFT ILI9341 | 1 |
| 4.7k? Resistors | 5 |
| 100nF Caps | 15 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 3 |
| Enclosure Box | 1 |
| 12V 3A PSU | 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 built for engineers, researchers, and advanced hobbyists working on space resource utilisation. B.Tech ECE and EEE students tackling final-year projects will find the sensor array directly applicable to material characterisation and IoT data logging. University space-tech teams at IITs, NITs, BITS, and VIT preparing for ISRO-themed competitions or the Smart India Hackathon can use it as the core payload demonstrator. Researchers prototyping ISRU experiments for planetary missions will also benefit from an all-in-one, calibrated data pipeline that cuts months off the typical build-validate-deploy cycle.
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?
The QR code leads you to a trained AI assistant that knows every wire and calibration step. If you prefer, our support team is on WhatsApp within 24 hours.
Does this kit include simulated lunar regolith?
No, the kit provides the sensing hardware. You can prepare your own simulant powders (JSC-1A, LHS-1, etc.) or use readily available rock dust to begin testing.
Can this instrument classify terrestrial minerals too?
Absolutely. The colour, pH, conductivity, and six-channel NIR reflectance data are generic enough to characterise any powdered geological sample - soil, clay, or industrial mineral powders.
How do I analyse the spectral data after logging?
The CSV files written to the SD card contain reflectance values for violet, blue, green, yellow, orange, and red channels. You can import them into Python (pandas, matplotlib) or Jupyter to plot spectral curves and run classification algorithms.
TCS3200 colour + conductivity + pH sensor array characterises simulated lunar regolith samples.
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