THE_LOBSTER

TODO List

THE_LOBSTER collects sensor data from a drifter, sends it via LoRa to a base station, and then uploads it to a website for analysis. Below is the detailed task list for the project.

📋 Task List

1. Hardware Sensor Integration

• [x] Get EC (Electrical Conductivity) readings

  • [x] Integrate EC sensor.
  • [x] Develop code for reading EC values.

• [x] Get pH readings

  • [x] Integrate pH sensor.
  • [x] Develop code for reading pH values.

• [ ] Get gyroscope and accelerometer readings for wave height

  • [ ] Integrate a gyroscope and accelerometer (IMU).
  • [ ] Develop code for collecting IMU data.
  • [ ] Implement calculations to determine wave height based on sensor data.
  • [ ] Apply filtering techniques to reduce noise and enhance accuracy of wave height detection.

• [x] Get wattage from solar

  • [x] Integrate a solar power
  • [x] Wire solar to data pins on arduino
  • [x] Develop code for reading wattage values.

• [x] Get temperature readings

  • [x] Integrate temperature sensor.
  • [x] Develop code for reading temperature values.

• [x] Get flood sensor readings

  • [ ] Integrate a flood (water level) sensor.
  • [x] Develop code for detecting flood or presence of water.

• [ ] Get LoRa readings

  • [ ] Set up LoRa module for wireless data transmission.
  • [ ] Write code to communicate with the base station.
  • [ ] Optimize power consumption for LoRa module.

2. Data Processing

• [x] Sensor Data Logging
  • [x] Develop data logging system on the drifter to collect sensor readings.
  • [x] Add timestamp to each data entry.

3. Base Station Communication

• [ ] Establish LoRa Communication

  • [ ] Configure base station to receive data from the drifter.
  • [ ] Develop a protocol for reliable data transfer.
  • [ ] Set up an acknowledgment system to ensure no data is lost.

• [ ] Data Storage at Base Station

  • [ ] Implement a database or file storage system at the base station.
  • [ ] Add routines to handle data buffering and prevent overflow.

4. Website Integration

• [x] Use PHP for Data Visualization

  • [x] Set up a PHP website to display data collected from the drifter.
  • [x] Use charts and gauges to display EC, pH, temperature, and wave height data.
  • [ ] Add features for historical data view and analysis.

• [ ] Drifter API

  • [ ] Write code on the drifter to update settings on card.
  • [ ] Write code on the drifter to send data via lora.
  • [ ] Write code on the drifter to listen for updates via lora.
  • [ ] Write code on the base station to send requests to drifter via lora.

5. Power Management

• [ ] Optimize Power Consumption of Drifter
  • [ ] Implement low-power modes for sensors and microcontroller.
  • [ ] Set up solar charging.
  • [ ] Schedule data readings and transmissions to conserve power.