by Erin RobotGrrl | Dec 9, 2020 | News, Tech Logs
Basic code for the node to test input output functionality works. Two LEDs had to change pins as they were input only. PWM on ESP32 for LEDs is different than with the Arduino boards, that was interesting to learn about. Temperature sensor works, and analog input is 12 bit, so from 0 to 4095. Schematic is started. Next step is to complete the schematic, then board layout, and get the proper board outline with mounting holes into the design.
by Erin RobotGrrl | Oct 26, 2020 | News, Tech Logs
Sending updates from an ESP32 device to the MQTT server is working! Right now, it’s just barebones running with default values for GPS latitude, longitude, and a random number for air temperature. Ran in to a few issues with library selection, but that was easily remedied. It took some time to test the types that are sent and the precision. Once it started to work, was simple. The library being used will retry connection to the MQTT server in 15 seconds if it loses connection. The next steps are either AR view, score counter, or making the sensor device. Tune in for the next log to see which one of those is chosen.