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ESP32 IR Controller

I have a multi-zone ductless mini-split system installed in my house, which has been a fantastic addition and does a great job with keeping the house comfortable. Though the limitation of all zones having to be in the same mode … Continue reading

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Cellular Webcam Revision 3

I have made another revision to my ongoing cellular webcam project to include some improvements and lessons learned from revisions 1 and 2. In addition to attempting to reduce costs a bit. Cost reductions mostly came from finding equivalent parts … Continue reading

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Rockets 2020

Well, the global pandemic precluded the usual trip down south for rocketry in the spring, but as the year went on and classes at the university started figuring out their plans for getting things done safely. Finally here in the … Continue reading

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Homebrew Datacenter OOB & Stratum 1

I have a rack of gear down at a datacenter down in California, where I’ve got a single internet connection. It’s quite reliable and performs well, but I wanted a backup means to reach my equipment in the case of … Continue reading

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Cellular Webcam Revision 2

A couple years ago as I was first investigating IoT plans from various cell carriers, I threw together a small Raspberry Pi based remote webcam and left it in the woods over winter. It worked well for several months, and … Continue reading

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