Knowledge Bank

This thesis focuses on the development and implementation of telemetry acquisition software for a remote geodetic measurement station powered by solar energy. Using a Raspberry Pi, the system integrates a Victron SmartSolar MPPT Controller to monitor solar panel and battery performance. Communication is facilitated through the Bluetooth Low Energy transceiver on the Raspberry Pi, with data parsing and decryption handled by the software. Simulations were conducted to predict power output under ideal conditions, and real-world testing validated the systems functionality. Results highlight the system’s ability to provide insights into battery health and system status and can help in diagnosing issues remotely without the need for physical inspection. This thesis also identifies limitations in telemetry resolution and challenges with decrypting and parsing the data and suggests areas for refinement. Future work would focus on expanding the compatibility of the program to devices from other manufacturers and exploring developing a fully open-sourced MPPT charge controller.