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Index

The IoT Devices

Goals

Implementation of the IoT devices that drive data collection in remote locations, for long periods of time

The Moometer ESP32

  • This device serves the purpose of collecting data about the animal it's attached to

  • Ideally we have as many of these devices as possible to scale up our data collection, while keeping in mind cost limitations

  • Components

    Sensors, microcontrollers, power source, communication modules

    Components

  • Data Collection

    Protocols, types of data, frequency, edge processing considerations

    Data Collection

  • Power Management

    Strategies for optimizing power in remote locations

    Power Management

  • Enclosure and Deployment

    Protection against environment, placement in the field etc.

    Enclosure

The Big Moo

  • This device serves the purpose of collecting and aggregating data from the Moometers, then sending the data home.

  • The Big Moo connects to the Moometers when they are in range to do data transfers, making short range data transfers. It also has a connection to the outside world, allowing it to send home the collected data.

  • This device will ideally have more processing power than the Moometers

  • Communication Technologies

    LoRaWAN, Cellular, etc.

    Communication

  • Connectivity

    Connectivity challenges and solutions to potential signal issues in remote locations

    Connectivity

  • Data Storage

    Type of database, scalability for future growth

    Storage

  • Data Security

    Measures to protect sensitive livestock data

    Security