Recommended Configuration And Parts

Recommended Configuration and Parts

This section lists the verified and flight-tested components for a fully functional ACSL Flightstack setup. These configurations have been validated for compatibility with the Pixhawk, ODroid M1S, and ROS2 Galactic environments.

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🎛️ Recommended Hardware Configuration

Component	Model / Description	Link
Companion Computer	ODroid M1S (8 GB RAM, US Plug)	Hardkernel – ODroid M1S
Flight Controller	Pixhawk 6C	Holybro – Pixhawk 6C
VIO System	Intel RealSense T265	Intel – RealSense T265
Motion Capture System	VICON Motion Capture	Vicon – Mocap Systems
USB–UART Module	TTL-232R-3V3-PCB	FTDI – TTL-232R-3V3-PCB
WiFi Module (ODroid)	5BK	Hardkernel – WiFi Module 5BK
RTC Backup Battery	Battery Backup for M1S RTC	Hardkernel – RTC Backup Battery

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💻 Recommended Software

Software	Version / Details	Link
Operating System	Ubuntu 20.04 (Server Image)	Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa
ROS2 Distribution	ROS2 Galactic	ROS2 Galactic Documentation
Autopilot Firmware	PX4 v1.15+	PX4 – Official Repository
Realsense Library	Librealsense2 SDK v2.53.1	Intel RealSense – librealsense
CMake	3.20 or higher	CMake – Official Website
IDE	Visual Studio Code	VS Code

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📡 GPS RTK Modules

Role	Module	Features	Link
Rover	H-RTK ZED-F9P Rover	IP66 rated, RM3100 compass, DroneCAN 4-Pin (CAN port)	Holybro – H-RTK ZED-F9P Rover
Base Station	H-RTK F9P GNSS Series	IST8310 compass, F9P Base compatible	Holybro – H-RTK F9P GNSS Base

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Tip

Alternative GPS RTK modules may be used if the recommended hardware is unavailable. However, it is strongly advised to select the ZED-F9P series or newer for reliable performance. Ensure that the frequency bandwidth and channel configuration between the rover and base station are compatible — confirm with Holybro support if unsure.

Note

All listed hardware and software components have been flight-tested and verified to operate correctly with the ACSL Flightstack system.