Hey everyone,
I’ve been tinkering with my own 12V monitoring system for a while now, and I thought I’d share what I’ve put together. It all runs on a Raspberry Pi 4B with Node-RED at its core, tied into Victron’s VRM ecosystem. The project has grown into something pretty cool, combining various data sources to give me a real-time look at my setup. Here’s the scoop:
- Environment Monitoring:
I’m using two Ruuvi tags to keep an eye on temperature, humidity, and other environmental details. It’s awesome to see how the local conditions might be influencing everything. - Cloud Connectivity:
Thanks to Starlink, I have a reliable cloud connection—even when I’m off the beaten track—so I can always check in on the system. - GPS Data:
The Raspberry Pi pulls GPS data from Dishy, which means I always know exactly where my setup is located. - Weather Integration:
I’ve added weather forecasts and current conditions via OpenWeather, so I can compare real-time weather data with my system’s performance. - Additional Data:
There are a few more API calls in there that add extra context to the overall picture. - Custom Charts:
I built some custom charts in Node-RED that let me adjust the X-axis scaling. This makes it easy to zoom in on recent data or check out longer trends over time.
It’s been a fun project, and I’m excited about how all the pieces fit together. I’d love to hear your thoughts or suggestions if you’ve got any ideas on how to improve it further!
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