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automated camera for daily photos of construction site (self.raspberrypi)

submitted 1 month ago by zipping2583 to c/[email protected]

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Hello everyone, looks like we will start on building our dream home this year. I do want to set up a raspberry for automated photo shooting from the construction site. One picture per day is enough, I do want to create a timelapse video afterwards. The new neighbour is a friend, he allowed me to set up the camera in his house facing the construction site. Only problem he does not have a power supply at his window...

Anyone having experience with a solar module and a battery to power the raspi? Feel free to share your jdeas!

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[–] JoshuaFalken 2 points 1 month ago

Given the relatively temporary nature of the use case, in your shoes I'd opt for a rechargeable power bank of some description instead of relying on a small solar set up.

I've used a dash camera connected to a power bank for a similar purpose. I'm sure an rpi would sip power in comparison.