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Project Summary I require an experienced IoT/Embedded Systems engineer to design and build a portable LoRaWAN-enabled sensing kit for my PhD research. The system will be used to collect synchronized household energy, water, environmental, and occupancy data from multiple homes for AI model development. The kit should include: Energy monitoring (voltage, current, power, and energy consumption) Water flow measurement Temperature and humidity sensing Occupancy detection (PIR or equivalent) ESP32 (or similar) microcontroller with LoRaWAN communication Portable enclosure with quick-connect terminals for easy installation and removal between households LoRaWAN gateway integration Data transmission to a cloud/database (PostgreSQL, InfluxDB, or similar) Data export in CSV/API format for Python-based AI analysis The emphasis is on reliable, synchronized, research-grade time-series data, not on developing AI models or a commercial smart home product. Deliverables Fully functional portable sensing kit Firmware and source code Wiring diagrams and documentation Database setup and data export functionality Calibration guide and testing report
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Hi I am an embedded systems engineer with over 16 years of experience. I have extensive experience with ESP32-based IoT systems, LoRaWAN, sensor integration, embedded firmware, gateways, cloud databases, and complete product development from concept through tested hardware. I can develop a portable research-grade prototype that captures energy, water flow, temperature, humidity, and occupancy data with synchronized timestamps. My approach would use modular sensors, reliable local buffering to prevent data loss, LoRaWAN uplinks through the gateway, and a PostgreSQL or InfluxDB pipeline with CSV/API export for Python analysis. I will also provide source code, wiring diagrams, setup documentation, calibration procedures, and a clear testing report. Where appropriate, energy measurement can use a safer non-invasive current-sensing arrangement, while the enclosure and connectors will be designed for quick relocation between homes. Could you confirm whether this bid is for one complete prototype kit, whether a LoRaWAN gateway is already available, and the expected energy meter phase/current range? Please contact me to discuss details.
$750 USD in 14 days
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With a deep-rooted passion for IoT and a wealth of experience in designing and developing complex, multi-faceted systems, I am the perfect fit for your project and its intricate demands. Combing my expertise in Arduino, electrical engineering, electronics, microcontroller systems, and Python programming with my adaptability and creativity, I assure you an exceptional solution tailored to your unique needs. Having previously worked on similar projects mapping data from multiple sources for AI analysis- I am well-positioned to deliver the reliable, synchronized time-series data you need. My portfolio demonstrates my knack for addressing complex issues that arise from monitoring various parameters and makes me confident in meeting (or even exceeding) project expectations with thorough wiring diagrams, precise calibration, and comprehensive testing reports. Moreover, my commitment to customer satisfaction extends to ensuring seamless integration into your research framework through well-documented source codes enabling a smooth data transmission to any database of choice- be it PostgreSQL or InfluxDB. In addition,I have built web dashboards that relay operations graphically that aligns closely with your data export requirement
$4,500 USD in 90 days
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Hi there, I read your offer carefully and understand that you need a portable LoRaWAN-enabled sensing kit for PhD research, collecting synchronized household energy, water, environmental, and occupancy data from multiple homes. I can support the complete system architecture, ESP32/LoRaWAN firmware, sensor selection, energy and water monitoring, time synchronization, gateway integration, database setup, CSV/API export, enclosure wiring, calibration guide, and testing documentation. My background in mechatronics, embedded systems, IoT, sensors, LoRa/LoRaWAN, data logging, firmware, and cloud/database integration fits this project well. Just send me a message and we can discuss the sensing accuracy, deployment setup, and research timeline. Best regards, Samuel Tshibangu
$500 USD in 1 day
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As an experienced IoT and Embedded Systems engineer, my skills are perfectly aligned with the requirements of your project. My expertise in Data Integration, Electrical Engineering, and especially Python programming makes me highly suitable to design and develop your portable LoRaWAN-based household monitoring kit. We at Web Crest have successfully delivered numerous AI-powered IoT solutions for different industries, which will play a critical role in providing you the calibrated data you need for your PhD research. Besides developing a fully functional kit that meets all your specified requirements — from energy monitoring to client customization ability and cloud/database integration — we also provide comprehensive documentation to ensure easy usability in the long run. Moreover, as part of our commitment to delivering scalable digital products, we make sure that our systems are highly adaptable for future needs. This will be particularly advantageous for you if you want to extend or modify your setup for varied environments in your ongoing and subsequent research. Our cloud and DevOps expertise combined with strong coding background enables us to offer a robust set of deliverables including firmware and source code, wiring diagrams and documentation for future reference, database setup with data export functionality (in your desired formats), as well as a calibration guide with testing report.
$300 USD in 3 days
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Hi, how are you doing? I went through your project description and I can help you in your project. your project requirements perfectly match my expertise. We are a team of Electrical and Electronics engineers, we have successfully completed 1000+ Projects for multiple regular clients from OMAN, UK, USA, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Lebanon and many other countries. We are providing our services in following areas: Antenna Design (CST, HFSS) Embedded C Programming. VHDL/Verilog, Quartus/Vivado, LabVIEW/ Multisim/PSPICE/VLSI MATLAB/SIMULINK Network Simulator NS2/NS3 Microcontroller like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, FPGA, AVR, PIC, STM32 and ESP32. IDEs like Keil MDK V5, ATmel studio and MPLab XC8. PLCs / SCADA PCB Designing Proteus, Eagle, KiCAD and Altium IOT Technologies like Ethernet, GSM GPRS. HTTP Restful APIs connection for IOT Communications. Also, we have good command over report writing, I can show you many samples of our previous reports. Kindly consider us for your project and text me so that we can further discuss specifically about your project's main goals and requirements.
$500 USD in 7 days
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Hello, I am PhD in Electrical Engineering with extensive research experience in IoT-enabled energy systems, renewable energy, smart grids, embedded systems, and sensor-based data acquisition. I can develop a portable, research-grade LoRaWAN sensing kit using ESP32, integrating energy monitoring, water flow, temperature/humidity, occupancy sensing, cloud database (PostgreSQL/InfluxDB), synchronized timestamping, and CSV/API export for Python AI workflows. I will provide complete firmware, wiring diagrams, enclosure design, calibration/testing documentation, and reliable LoRaWAN gateway integration with emphasis on high-quality time-series research data. Value additions: • Accurate sensor calibration and synchronized timestamps for AI datasets. • Modular portable enclosure with quick-connect wiring for rapid deployment. • Well-documented source code and future scalability. A few technical questions: 1. Which LoRaWAN network server will you use (The Things Stack, ChirpStack, or another)? 2. What sampling interval and synchronization accuracy are required? 3. Do you already have preferred energy and water flow sensors, or should I recommend research-grade components? 4. Will the gateway be supplied, or should it be included in the system design?
$700 USD in 7 days
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Hi, I read your project "Design and Development of a Portable LoRaWAN-Based Household Energy and Water Monitoring Kit" and I can help. I have solid experience in Python, Electronics, Microcontroller and can deliver clean, reliable work. Happy to discuss scope and start right away.
$250 USD in 7 days
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Hi, I will design and deliver a portable LoRaWAN sensing kit that records synchronized household energy, water, environmental and occupancy time series suitable for PhD research. The system will use an ESP32 class microcontroller with LoRaWAN uplink, metering for voltage, current, power and cumulative energy, an inline water flow sensor, temperature and humidity sensors, PIR occupancy detection, quick connect terminals inside a portable enclosure, LoRaWAN gateway integration with NTP based time alignment, and ingestion into PostgreSQL or InfluxDB with CSV and REST export for Python analysis. Deliverables include firmware and source code, wiring diagrams, database setup and export tools, a calibration guide and a testing report demonstrating synchronized, research grade time series. I built a 30 node LoRaWAN sensing fleet for a university housing study including PostgreSQL ingestion and CSV APIs. Happy to jump on a quick chat to confirm preferred sensor models and terminal types. Ali Zain
$500 USD in 7 days
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Hi, I reviewed the portable LoRaWAN-based household energy and water monitoring kit requirement: synchronized, research-grade time-series collection from multiple sensors across homes. I’ll design the ESP32 firmware with LoRaWAN communication, implement voltage/current/power/energy, water flow sensing, temperature/humidity, and PIR occupancy detection, and ensure reliable time alignment for all measurements. I’ll add clean wiring and documentation, set up a PostgreSQL or InfluxDB data pipeline, and provide CSV/API exports for Python-based AI analysis. I focus on calibration, stable transmissions, and tidy, testable documentation for easy installation and removal. Let’s discuss here now.
$250 USD in 30 days
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From concept creation to final implementation, I bring to the table over 8 years of experience as a Senior Electronics Engineer with emphasis on RF engineering, embedded systems and high-power electronic designs that are directly applicable to your project. With my proficiency in circuit design, PCB layout, firmware development and power electronics, you can be assured of meticulous and reliable hardware solutions. My past work includes designing and validating systems which meet rigorous safety and performance standards. Specifically, I've successfully handled projects revolving around similar IoT kits with data transmission protocols like LoRaWAN, complemented by compatible database exporting capabilities. These experiences make me confident that I am fully capable of not only just designing and delivering a functional portable kit, but also to guarantee its reliability over time. Being well-versed in Python too allows me to not only calibrate the kit but also provide smooth data export procedures for AI analysis. Efficiency paired with teamwork is at the forefront of my approach. With my proven ability of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams under tight deadlines, I assure you that I can deliver a system providing synchronized and research-grade time-series data as per your requirement.
$500 USD in 10 days
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Hi there, This project sounds like a fantastic opportunity, and I'm confident I can deliver a high-quality, research-grade sensing kit for your PhD. With my extensive experience in full-stack development and automation systems, I have a strong understanding of integrating hardware with robust data platforms, which is crucial for your synchronized data collection needs. My plan is to first focus on selecting the optimal ESP32 and LoRaWAN modules for reliable communication and then integrate the energy, water, environmental, and occupancy sensors. I'll design a modular firmware for seamless data acquisition and transmission. Following that, I'll set up a secure cloud database (InfluxDB is a great fit for time-series data) and implement the data export functionality. Finally, I'll create clear documentation, wiring diagrams, and a calibration guide. I'm excited about the prospect of contributing to your research. Let's discuss how I can help you achieve your data collection goals. Best regards, Ashwani
$600 USD in 7 days
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A reliable research kit depends on synchronized, high-quality data rather than just connecting sensors together. I'll design a portable ESP32 + LoRaWAN sensing system with modular energy, water, environmental, and occupancy sensors, reliable cloud data ingestion, timestamp synchronization, and a structured database ready for Python-based analysis. The kit will include complete firmware, wiring diagrams, calibration documentation, and a portable enclosure that makes deployment across multiple households simple. I can start immediately and deliver the first working prototype within 1–2 weeks.
$250 USD in 1 day
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Hello, I’m an IoT/Embedded Systems engineer with experience in ESP32, LoRaWAN, and multi‑sensor integration. I can design and build your portable sensing kit to collect synchronized household energy, water, environmental, and occupancy data for AI model development. Deliverables will include: Energy monitoring (voltage, current, power, consumption). Water flow measurement. Temperature and humidity sensing. Occupancy detection (PIR or equivalent). ESP32 (or similar) with LoRaWAN communication. Portable enclosure with quick‑connect terminals for easy installation/removal. LoRaWAN gateway integration and cloud/database transmission (PostgreSQL/InfluxDB).
$750 USD in 10 days
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As an IoT and embedded systems engineer with a strong background in both software and hardware, I believe I'm the perfect fit for your portable LoRaWAN-based monitoring kit. My wide range of skills includes expertise with Python and PostgreSQL, which will be essential in setting up a robust database for your synchronized data and designing the necessary data export functionalities. Moreover, my experience in building clean architectures and maintaining performance-oriented solutions aligns well with your emphasis on reliable, research-grade time-series data. I understand the importance of clean and maintainable code not only for the functionality of the kit but also for facilitating further analysis using AI models.
$500 USD in 7 days
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**DO NOT PAY ME UNTIL I COMPLETE! :)** Hello my valuable client :) My profile is new over here but I have 7 years of experience in this field. I have completely understood about your project. Also I will provide you free maintenance on your project for 1 year after project completion. I can definitely complete this in your timeframe. Give me one chance to prove myself. Hit the chat button to get started. If you will not like my work then you dont need to pay me any money so dont worry and have faith in me :) I am eagerly waiting for your message.
$251 USD in 7 days
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Hi, Designing a portable LoRaWAN sensing kit to collect energy, water, environmental, and occupancy data for PhD research is a field problem. This work benefits from tight hardware-software handoff and data export for AI work. I’ve built battery-powered IoT nodes with LoRaWAN, calibrated sensors, and reliable cloud ingestion for time-series data. I’d start by validating the data path from sensors through the ESP32 to the gateway and database, then implement a testable bundle for trials. Next, I’d add synchronization checks and iterate with real usage patterns to ensure stable export and easy installation in homes. One technical risk: time drift across battery-powered nodes can throw off time-series alignment. Two clarification questions: What time synchronization accuracy do you expect between sensors, gateway, and cloud for AI workloads? Who owns calibration procedures and how will you validate accuracy across households and mains? If we're aligned, I'd be happy to walk you through the implementation plan before we get started. Best regards, Brandon
$300 USD in 3 days
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Hello, "LoRaWAN ESP32 Sensing Kit" - collect synchronized household energy and water data I have built reliable IoT sensor integrations, e.g., troubleshooting Zigbee for Home Assistant: https://www.freelancer.com/projects/zigbee/Troubleshoot-Zigbee-Connection-Home/reviews. I will use an ESP32 with LoRaWAN, add calibrated current/voltage sensors, a water flow meter, DHT22 for temperature/humidity, and a PIR sensor, all logged to PostgreSQL via MQTT. Do you have a preferred LoRaWAN network (e.g., The Things Network) and any enclosure size limits? Looking forward to working with you. Artur Giżycki
$350 USD in 5 days
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Greetings, I have worked on IoT monitoring solutions where sensor devices collect real-world data and send it into reliable cloud systems for analysis. I understand your research kit needs portable household monitoring with synchronized energy, water, environmental, and occupancy data for AI model development. The real challenge here is creating accurate and stable time-series data collection across different homes while keeping the device portable and easy to install. I will focus on reliable ESP32 firmware, LoRaWAN communication, sensor calibration, database integration, and clean export workflows for your Python analysis. Recently, I have secured and maintained my 5-star profile by giving my 100% dedication to each project. I focus on documentation, testing, and delivering solutions that researchers can trust. Please send me your preferred sensor models and LoRaWAN network details so I can review the requirements and start building a long-term working relationship.
$375 USD in 3 days
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I will design and build the portable LoRaWAN sensing kit focused on reliable household time-series data collection. The system will use an ESP32-based controller to collect energy, water, environmental, and occupancy data, transmit it through LoRaWAN, and store it in a database ready for Python-based analysis. I will first review your required sensors, sampling rates, accuracy targets, and deployment conditions. Then I will design the hardware layout, develop the ESP32 firmware, configure LoRaWAN communication, set up the database pipeline, and implement CSV/API data export. I will test sensor readings, data transmission, storage reliability, and prepare wiring diagrams, calibration notes, and setup documentation. The main challenges will be sensor accuracy and keeping timestamps consistent across multiple households. I will handle this through calibration testing, stable sampling logic, and a consistent data synchronization approach. I can handle the embedded firmware, hardware integration, database setup, testing, and documentation. A few questions: - Which LoRaWAN platform will you use (The Things Network, ChirpStack, or another server)? - What sampling interval and synchronization accuracy are required for your research? - Do you already have preferred sensors for energy and water measurement?
$500 USD in 7 days
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HI, KINDLY READ THROUGH MY PROPOSAL Your focus is dependable, synchronized research-grade sensing rather than AI, so hardware reliability and timestamp accuracy are critical. I'm an Embedded Systems Engineer with 6 years of experience building IoT devices using ESP32, LoRaWAN, and sensor integration. I'll develop a portable, calibrated kit with documented firmware and cloud logging. • Gateway preference? • Required sampling interval? • Indoor or outdoor enclosure? PLEASE INITIATE A CHAT. I look forward to collaborating with you on this project.
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