Chapter 2: Solar Array Repair

Day 09: A better way to do things

Build a smart traffic-light status indicator that changes color based on battery level. Learn floating-point math for precise percentage calculations, master else-if chains for complex decision-making, and combine RGB LEDs with sensor readings into one system.

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A lesson from 30 Days Lost in Space (31 filmed lessons (Day 0 to Day 30), about 10 hours of video), taught by Dr. Greg Lyzenga, a Harvey Mudd College physics professor and NASA JPL scientist.

The video lessons are free to watch. Get the kit at craftingtable.com — $60 (sale price through November 1, 2026; regularly $97). 30-day returns.