Automating remote wildlife monitoring project

[LukeD]

Hi all, just wanting to share my current project. I'm using a solar powered Jetson nano computer to create a self-contained system designed to be left for long periods of time to automatically detect and log wildlife in remote locations.
I'm currently in the initial stages of the project and am looking for feedback on all aspects, though mainly would appreciate ideas around the battery/ power charging/management system!

My video here goes into more details!
https://youtu.be/qQP7rpDzXSE

[bookaboo]

Neat project, some things that may be worth considering to solve the power issue:

- Use an ESP32-S3 to compare the initial still images, this could decide whether to wake the SBC for power hungry processing.
- Use PIR / mmWave to detect the motion then wake the SBC from sleep (they may not have the required range though)
- If not already, put everything to deep sleep when the light level is too low for good imaging.
- Move to LiFePo4 Lithium batteries.

[LukeD]

Thanks for your recommendations! I'll have a look into it.