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   SLCam Documentation

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Welcome to the official documentation of the SLCam module.

The SLCam is a compact imaging payload developed by SpaceLab at the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC) for nanosatellite and embedded applications. The primary objective of the module is to acquire images of the Earth from orbit, providing a low-cost and modular camera solution suitable for CubeSat-class missions, educational activities, and technology demonstration projects.

This documentation presents the complete hardware, firmware, mechanical, and interface description of the module, including electrical connections, communication protocols, firmware architecture, mechanical integration, and usage instructions. The document is intended to support developers, integrators, researchers, and students involved in the development, testing, and operation of the SLCam payload.

The documentation is organized into the following chapters:

* **Overview**: General description, specifications, and product tree of the SLCam module.
* **Hardware**: Description of the image sensor, controller board, electronic architecture, and PCB design.
* **Firmware**: Firmware architecture, software layers, RTOS usage, and testing methodology.
* **Mechanical**: Mechanical structure, enclosure design, dimensions, and integration interfaces.
* **Interfaces**: Electrical, software, and mechanical interfaces available to the user.
* **Usage**: Instructions for firmware upload, configuration, and operation of the module.
* **References**: Bibliographic references and external resources used throughout the project documentation.

The source code, firmware, and additional project resources are maintained by the SpaceLab team and are continuously updated throughout the development of the SLCam project.

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   :maxdepth: 3

   overview
   hardware
   firmware
   mechanical
   interfaces
   usage
   references