Re: Using RSSI to locate an object

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From: Jamie
Date: Tue, 20 Mar 2007 01:21

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Josh916 wrote:

> I would like to use RSSI to locate an object in a 3D space. The space
> will be a square box with transmitters located on the 4 corners. An
> object will be place at certain positions within the box and I want to
> be able to determine its location inside the box. Much like an
> internal GPS.
> 
> I would like to know what components (IC's?) I need to perform such a
> task.
> 
> Or if anyone else has any other more effective methods to acheive such
> a task your comments are welcomed.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Josh
> 
since RSSI devices (most of them) can output analog for a project that
you have in mind. a uC (microprocessor) would be suited for that.
   Look at the AVR line of programmable chips. You'll need a DEV starter
kit and learn a little about programming.
    THey have chips that offer multiple ADC (Analog to Digital ) converters.
  With these chips, they have enough power for a HID (Human INterface 
device) or simply output some coded results to your computer via a
serial port and write some software.
   You may also want to look at Rabbit core embedded processors. With
those, the hassle has been taken out of making a board. etc.. look
them up on line.


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