OpenLST Radio
OpenLST is an open source, proven radio design for communicating with remote instruments, vehicles, and stations using low-cost commercial components.
History
Planet developed the Low-Speed Transceiver (LST) for UHF telemetry, command, and control for the Dove satellite.
Over 100 on-orbit Dove satellites use the LST today.
OpenLST draws on Planet’s experience and success with the LST hardware and firmware.
Reliability
Planet has used its LST UHF radio on over 200 Dove satellites. Based on commercial hardware, the LST has several hundred cumulative years of on-orbit operation.
The LST has an outstanding success record (with over 200 cumulative years of on-orbit operations) despite having a component cost of < $50.
Applications
OpenLST is an open source, proven radio design for communicating with remote instruments, vehicles, and stations using low-cost commercial components.
Use Cases
- Remote sensing platforms
- Drones
- High-altitude balloons
- Amateur wireless experimentation
- University/Amateur Satellites
What's Included
- A reference PCB schematic + layout utilizing the TI CC1110 - link
- Firmware source for a bootloader and radio application reference project targeting the 70cm band - this repostory
- Python tools for basic testing and operation - this repository
- A user’s guide for getting started, programming, and customizing the project link
Disclaimers
This repository may contain technology or software the export of which is or may be restricted by the Export Administration Act and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 C.F.R. parts 730-774. Diversion contrary to U.S. law is prohibited.