[Commotion-discuss] Remote site, solar-battery data logger.

[Dan Staples]

That sounds like a tall order :)

I've had little experience with solar powered tech, but from what I have
worked with and seen, there isn't any sort of all-in-one package like
the kind of thing you describe. Folks I've seen that have rigged up
solar panels and batteries to routers and the like have had pretty DIY
setups.

One person who I would suggest talking to is Danny Iland
(http://www.dannyiland.com/). He does solar-powered wifi router stuff,
which he demoed at last year's Int'l Summit for Community Wireless Networks.

-Dan

On 05/08/2014 01:23 AM, Jared Hoy wrote:
> I'm thinking about setting up some high vantage point routers that are
> operated by a solar panel and some small SLA or lithium batteries. I
> have been looking around for low cost solar chargers that incorporate
> "smart charging" capabilities combined with data logging and
> network-ability. 
> 
> Does anyone know of any small, low cost, weatherproof solar chargers
> that can charge a single sealed lead acid battery, lithium ion, or
> similar battery? Something that also incorporates a small data logging
> memory that can be accessed and visualized remotely over a network
> connection? Something that is HTML so it can be viewed in a webpage on
> any platform? Maybe even email alerts to alert when the system requires
> maintenance?
> 
> Like I said, the routers would be located in difficult to reach and
> remote locations and should be stand alone and off the grid. I need a
> way to keep an eye on the system without being physically present unless
> absolutely necessary. Ideally the only malfunction that should occur
> would be a failing battery and would need to be continuously monitored
> for the continued safety and security of the community.
> 
> I'd like to avoid building my own chargers unless there is no
> commercially viable and inexpensive solution.
> 
> Any comments, thoughts, suggestions?
> 
> thanks,
> Jared
> 
> 
> 
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