DIY boat automation

 

https://www.segeln-forum.de/thread/74286-diy-boots-automation/

  • Use of components from home automation
  • Connection via WLAN
  • Operation via web browser with mobile phone or tablet
  • Design of your own operating pages with HTML code using predefined widgets and CSS
  • Free configuration of symbols and names via configuration file
  • No JavaScript programming necessary
  • Special open source firmware required for control units (Tasmota)
  • No cloud connection necessary
  • Devices are controlled directly with HTTP commands
  • Device Manager available for device management
  • Big community
  • Well-tested firmware with a wide range of uses
  • Diverse device hardware available
    • 1-channel switch without current measurement
    • 1-channel switch with current measurement 230V AC
    • 4-channel switch potential-free
    • 4-channel switch potential-free with 433MHz radio remote control
    • Valve drive
    • LED light control
    • Temperature sensor
    • Fan
  • Own hardware can be integrated via generic modules
  • Inexpensive from approx.
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3D printing for useful parts

https://www.segeln-forum.de/thread/71895-3d-druck/

Since 3D printers are cheap these days, it's worth printing out one or the other useful part yourself. The imagination knows no limits. Basically anything you need can be printed. But you have to be a little careful when it comes to the strength and sun tolerance of the parts. Not all plastics are suitable for outdoor maritime applications.… Continue reading

PC NAVTEX USB

Fig.: Linux program for PC NAVTEX PC

Jürgen from the Sailing Forum has taken the trouble to create a Linux program for reading data from NASA's PC NAVTEX USB. The PC NAVTEX program is used to display NAVTEX messages received with the NAVTEX receiver "PC NAVTEX USB" from NASA. Data is transmitted via the serial interface.… Continue reading