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

[Dan Staples]

Another interesting resource:
https://github.com/IRNAS/ServalRuggedBatteryPack

On 05/13/2014 09:54 AM, Dan Staples wrote:
> 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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