LoRa Mesh News
Build a Meshtastic Solar Node That Lasts 150+ Hours!
Published by Vivian van Zyl in Meshtastic the 05/21/2025 at 08:19 pm
Welcome to an exciting project that combines innovation, efficiency, and sustainability: the Meshtastic Solar Node. Designed and developed by Vivian Van Zyl from LoraMeshDevices.com, this solar-powered mobile node harnesses the ...Read more
How to Flash InkHUD on Heltec E-Paper Display with Meshtastic
Published by Vivian van Zyl in Meshtastic the 05/07/2025 at 07:21 pm
In the exciting world of IoT and low-power wireless communication, Meshtastic has emerged as a versatile platform for creating mesh networks using LoRa technology. One of the standout innovations in ...Read more
Heltec T114 vs ESP32 S3: The Ultimate Power Efficiency Showdown
Published by Vivian van Zyl in Meshtastic the 04/22/2025 at 05:53 pm
In this blog, we dive into the remarkable power efficiency of the Heltec T114 compared to the ESP32 S3, revealing why this difference matters for your IoT projects. Join me ...Read more
Exploring the ESP32 S3 Solar Node: A 25-Hour Battery Test
Published by Vivian van Zyl in Meshtastic the 04/16/2025 at 09:29 pm
Welcome back to my channel! Today, I’m diving deeper into my experiment with the ESP32 S3 solar node. This project aims to create a solar-powered node using the ESP32 S3, ...Read more
The Meshtastic Solar Node Experiment: Pushing the Limits of the S3 Processor
Published by Vivian van Zyl in Meshtastic the 04/09/2025 at 06:57 pm
Join me on an adventurous journey as I explore the feasibility of using an S3 processor in a solar-powered Meshtastic node. This experiment challenges conventional wisdom about power consumption while ...Read more
Harnessing AI to Program Microcontrollers: A Hands-On Guide
Published by Vivian van Zyl in ESP32 Microcontrollers the 03/26/2025 at 09:03 pm
In today's video, we explore the exciting intersection of artificial intelligence and microcontroller programming, specifically focusing on the ESP32 C6 and its OLED display. Join me as I demonstrate how ...Read more
Raw LoRa Communication: Easy Setup & Demo!
Published by Vivian van Zyl in ESP32 Microcontrollers the 03/12/2025 at 11:19 pm
Welcome to the fascinating world of raw LoRa communication! Today, we are diving into the specifics of using the SX1276 chip to send and receive LoRa messages. This technology allows ...Read more
Meshtastic: A Deep Dive into the T-Deck Plus
Published by Vivian van Zyl in Meshtastic the 03/05/2025 at 07:01 pm
Welcome to the exciting world of Meshtastic, where we explore the innovative T-Deck Plus and its capabilities. This guide will walk you through its features, setup, and how you can ...Read more
Reticulum: A Deep Dive into Its Features and Capabilities
Published by Vivian van Zyl in Meshtastic the 02/26/2025 at 11:13 pm
Welcome back, everyone! Today, we’re diving into the world of Reticulum, an innovative network that has been capturing attention for its unique features and capabilities. While some might find it ...Read more
Connecting Meshtastic to Home Assistant: Your Complete Guide
Published by Vivian van Zyl in Meshtastic the 02/20/2025 at 02:29 am
Welcome to the ultimate guide on connecting your Meshtastic nodes to Home Assistant! In this blog, we'll explore how to seamlessly integrate these powerful IoT devices, enhancing your smart home ...Read more