Soldering our Cansat Heart - Navix MK2

Today, I would like to share with you my first soldering attempts that took place as part of the Cansat project carried out by our team - OmegaSpaceTeam. Our goal is to send a miniature space probe to an altitude of 2 km. This project is a huge challenge for us, and we are working together as a team, combining our strengths and knowledge in various fields of engineering.

Successful Soldering of Components

Starting with smaller components like resistors, capacitors, and LEDs, I managed to achieve quite good results. With the help of teammates who have more experience in soldering, we were able to connect the parts precisely, which was a big step forward. Thanks to our team, everyone had the chance to share their ideas and methods, which helped solve several difficulties I initially struggled with.

Challenges with Soldering the Processor

When it came time to solder the processor, I encountered significant difficulties. The processor had very small pins, and soldering it required exceptional precision. A particular challenge was the vias located close to the processor pins, which easily caused short circuits during soldering. After several unsuccessful attempts, I noticed that excess solder would easily flow into the vias, creating unwanted connections. After a few adjustments and tests, I managed to fix the connections. While soldering the processor didn't go perfectly on the first try, this attempt provided a valuable lesson in techniques for precise soldering of components with densely arranged pins.

Conclusions

My first soldering attempts as part of the Cansat project were both exciting and educational. Although I encountered difficulties, especially with soldering the processor and dealing with short circuits caused by the vias, the experience I gained is invaluable. The Cansat project is not just a technical challenge but also a great opportunity for teamwork, where everyone contributes something valuable. Working with the rest of the OmegaSpaceTeam allows me to grow and eliminate mistakes I would have made if working alone.

As a team, we will continue to develop our space probe, aiming to send it to an altitude of 2 km. With each attempt, we are getting better, and our soldering and electronics skills are improving day by day.

I would like to thank everyone for their support, and I invite you, our readers, to follow our next steps! Keep your fingers crossed for OmegaSpaceTeam!