[kwlug-disc] When it comes to open source hardware can we look at LORA/Meshtastic?

[Paul Nijjar]

This got caught in the bounce filter. I think Jason is using a
different address? Jason: you can contact me and we can get your
subscription sorted out.

- Paul

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Subject: Re: [kwlug-disc] When it comes to open source hardware can we look
 at LORA/Meshtastic?

FYI, might be relevant, On Sept 3rd, the KWARC meeting will cover
Meshtastic. That is an implementation of LORA hardware and embedded open
source software. All are welcome Not sure if the KWLUG meeting conflicts in
September.
http://kwarc.org/kwarc-meet.html

Also, hello all. Been a long time!

On Thu, Jul 11, 2024 at 7:19 PM Khalid Baheyeldin <kb at 2bits.com> wrote:

> Mosquitto and LORA work at different levels.
>
> Mosquitto is an implementation of MQTT, which is all in software.
> MQTT can work over Ethernet, WiFi, ...etc.
> For example, I use MQTT extensively for home automation using
> HomeAssistant.
> I just connect the device to WiFi, and use Paho MQTT (Python library)
> to send stuff over.
> For a Bluetooth device (Radon/Temperature/Humidity/Pressure/VOC), a
> gateway that takes data from here to there.
>
> LORA on the other hand is a hardware level thing, and requires
> specialized devices.
> Think WiFi but for widely distributed telemetry, e.g. crop monitoring.
>