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Estimated time: a few hours? idk, depends how neat you want it.
obligatory identification for the peer reviewers: [discord message link](https://discord.com/channels/720703210884563065/835516699263762483/1369758839167123586) (i also have the same nickname and profile pic there so it should be easy to find me)
## Objective
The purpose of this device was really just an excuse for me to build a rotary encoder. But I do also want to investigate the feasibility of making a DIY wind turbine for charging things, so the data generated by this could be used to figure out a good location for that. Although wind speed is more relevant than direction.
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As previously noted, these materials are just scraps I had, exact measurements and type are not important. If you have access to a 3D printer or laser cutter and MDF, that would likely give a neater result, but you'd have to model the parts first.
- soldering tools
- glue - I used hot glue but [wheat paste might be a better alternative](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45JhacvmXV8)
- glue - I used hot glue but [wheat paste might be a better alternative for the cardboard only joins](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45JhacvmXV8)
- compass (the drawing tool)
- sharp knife
- black marker
- white paper
- 10kOhm resistor x3
- 10k Ohm resistor x3
- 220 Ohm resistor
- photoresistor x3 (TODO detail)
- white LED
- Raspberry Pi Pico W/WH
- bearing 25mm diameter
- large, opaque plastic box
- piece of wood ~2x2x14cm
- wood block ~2x2x14cm
- thin flat sticks ~20cm x4
- 3mm & 5mm drill
- wires
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- Solder the components using the diagram below
TODO diagram
![](img/encoder.jpg)
## full assembly
TODO
![](img/support_pieces.jpg)
![](img/vertical_axle.jpg)
## Computer setup
I used VS code but you only need a terminal for building this.
I used VS code but you don't need any extensions for just building this.
### Pico firmware
Requires the following software: `git`, `make`, `cmake` and a C compiler
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git clone https://git.crispypin.cc/CrispyPin/wind_station
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Now edit the file `pico/src/wifi_cred.h` and update the values accordingly.
- note: if you change the port, also change it in `wind_server/src/main.rs`
Finally build it with:
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