# Brainstorming **URL:** https://community.particle.io/c/brainstorming/61.md?page=1 [Latest](https://community.particle.io/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.particle.io/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.particle.io/tags.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Hibernate Function - not "waking up"](https://community.particle.io/t/hibernate-function-not-waking-up/66312)
**Author:** [@Chris-RadicalENG](https://community.particle.io/u/Chris-RadicalENG)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2024, 4:04pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/hibernate-function-not-waking-up/66312 "2024-02-13T16:04:46Z")
To the Particle Community, We are experiencing an issue when it comes to battery power and the hibernate function using a digital i.o to trigger our board to turn on and run the code. When in hibernation mode (sleep) it… --- ## [How to monitor / alert based on current flow?](https://community.particle.io/t/how-to-monitor-alert-based-on-current-flow/66256)
**Author:** [@adt2](https://community.particle.io/u/adt2)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2024, 10:45am UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/how-to-monitor-alert-based-on-current-flow/66256 "2024-01-31T10:45:33Z")
I am a brand-new user, just starting to fiddle with the hardware I recently ordered. In trying to brainstorm a case for the hardware, I have come up with something that will be useful for me, but I need some help getting… --- ## [Boron sync millis](https://community.particle.io/t/boron-sync-millis/66250)
**Author:** [@MonitorMan](https://community.particle.io/u/MonitorMan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2024, 4:23am UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/boron-sync-millis/66250 "2024-01-30T04:23:30Z")
I'm working on a sump pump monitoring project. The current version 1 uses a Boron 402 and is publishing on/off status for the pump and dry contact water levels to Adafruit.io (mqtt). I pull that into my server and proc… --- ## [Particle photon to 12v fan](https://community.particle.io/t/particle-photon-to-12v-fan/64093)
**Author:** [@julybread](https://community.particle.io/u/julybread)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2024, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/particle-photon-to-12v-fan/64093 "2024-01-11T14:43:28Z")
What does it look like to have a Particle Photon in the circuit to control a 12 V fan. Or would it be better to use Ardunio If you have time, could you draw out of schematic for me and what parts I might need? Because of… --- ## [Backend architecture changes needed between Photon and Photon 2](https://community.particle.io/t/backend-architecture-changes-needed-between-photon-and-photon-2/65949)
**Author:** [@jettonj](https://community.particle.io/u/jettonj)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2023, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/backend-architecture-changes-needed-between-photon-and-photon-2/65949 "2023-12-19T19:20:42Z")
Our current systems are powered by the Photon, but we're making progress toward incorporating the Photon 2 into future designs. The only major difference between them is the wifi setup and device pairing process. With th… --- ## [Recommendation for downloading binary files from my server](https://community.particle.io/t/recommendation-for-downloading-binary-files-from-my-server/65961)
**Author:** [@jaza\_tom](https://community.particle.io/u/jaza_tom)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2023, 2:27pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/recommendation-for-downloading-binary-files-from-my-server/65961 "2023-12-08T14:27:30Z")
I have a project I'm working on where I want to download some binary files from my server and cache them to an SD card or local SPI flash. The server is Ubuntu 20.04 running Laravel and PostgreSQL. The devices that nee… --- ## [Recommendation for a reflow oven?](https://community.particle.io/t/recommendation-for-a-reflow-oven/65906)
**Author:** [@jgskarda](https://community.particle.io/u/jgskarda)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2023, 8:19pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/recommendation-for-a-reflow-oven/65906 "2023-12-02T20:19:55Z")
Anyone have a good recommendation for a reflow oven for mostly prototype boards. Would love an amazon or easy link to purchase one. I normally order my boards fully assembled but there has been a few instances having a … --- ## [Resetting internet signal with particle boron](https://community.particle.io/t/resetting-internet-signal-with-particle-boron/65887)
**Author:** [@schoonie](https://community.particle.io/u/schoonie)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2023, 3:47am UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/resetting-internet-signal-with-particle-boron/65887 "2023-11-30T03:47:54Z")
I have a particle boron and would like to be able to use it to disconnect and reconnect power to my cable modem. I lose the internet signal at times, disconnecting and reconnecting the power to the modem will restore th… --- ## [Wholesale Store and Device IDs](https://community.particle.io/t/wholesale-store-and-device-ids/65827)
**Author:** [@oraclerouter](https://community.particle.io/u/oraclerouter)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2023, 2:11am UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/wholesale-store-and-device-ids/65827 "2023-11-20T02:11:31Z")
Is it possible to obtain the Device IDs downloaded automatically after placing an order via the Wholesale Store? Alternatively, could we have QR codes with device IDs included in the packaging slip? Running commands via … --- ## [Commercial Product using Particle Boron 402/4/x](https://community.particle.io/t/commercial-product-using-particle-boron-402-4-x/65752)
**Author:** [@oraclerouter](https://community.particle.io/u/oraclerouter)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2023, 4:06pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/commercial-product-using-particle-boron-402-4-x/65752 "2023-11-13T16:06:22Z")
Has anyone build a commercial product using the Particle Boron 402/4/x development board? --- ## [Photon sending data to tracker one for cloud monitoring](https://community.particle.io/t/photon-sending-data-to-tracker-one-for-cloud-monitoring/65763)
**Author:** [@jzalar](https://community.particle.io/u/jzalar)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2023, 4:43pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/photon-sending-data-to-tracker-one-for-cloud-monitoring/65763 "2023-11-10T16:43:50Z")
I have a few protons (OG) that I been using for home automation projects like security systems and garage door opener and after a lot of help they are all working. Now I am trying to venture into the remote IOT space us… --- ## [Sending Images with Photon 2](https://community.particle.io/t/sending-images-with-photon-2/65677)
**Author:** [@burrito](https://community.particle.io/u/burrito)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2023, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/sending-images-with-photon-2/65677 "2023-10-24T21:20:31Z")
Hello All! I am posting here as someone familiar with but new to Particle, after wanting an easy solution to transfer data wirelessly. I am prototyping an inspection device which locally stores 20-500 MB of images (mayb… --- ## [Long Range IoT Networks - Chapter 2 | Particle + LoRa Better together](https://community.particle.io/t/long-range-iot-networks-chapter-2-particle-lora-better-together/62991)
**Author:** [@jgskarda](https://community.particle.io/u/jgskarda)\ **Replies:** 164\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2023, 3:43pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/long-range-iot-networks-chapter-2-particle-lora-better-together/62991 "2023-10-24T15:43:41Z")
This is intended to be a continuation of an existing closed topic: Long Range IoT Network Since, it’s closed, I thought I’d start another topic to continue the collaboration here. The intent of this thread: In the last… --- ## [Idea to Assist with Custom UI and Dashboard Generation](https://community.particle.io/t/idea-to-assist-with-custom-ui-and-dashboard-generation/65574)
**Author:** [@nicolasmontoya](https://community.particle.io/u/nicolasmontoya)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2023, 1:12pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/idea-to-assist-with-custom-ui-and-dashboard-generation/65574 "2023-10-10T13:12:41Z")
I have an idea that would help for building out custom UI / widgets for devices, and it is centered around the concept of defining metadata for functions / variables on the firmware level. Like exposing another variable,… --- ## [Problem with ADXL345\_Sparkfun\_Particle.h](https://community.particle.io/t/problem-with-adxl345-sparkfun-particle-h/65253)
**Author:** [@cal39](https://community.particle.io/u/cal39)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2023, 8:28am UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/problem-with-adxl345-sparkfun-particle-h/65253 "2023-09-01T08:28:11Z")
when i add this library in web ide to my code I get this error any ideas what i’m doing wrong? thanks --- ## [Wokwi - For Particle?](https://community.particle.io/t/wokwi-for-particle/64914)
**Author:** [@chipmc](https://community.particle.io/u/chipmc)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2023, 9:32pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/wokwi-for-particle/64914 "2023-07-13T21:32:59Z")
Just taking a look at this project. Which is featured in the Embedded podcast this week: Wouldn't it be cool for Particle to be supported in this project? They even have a MS Visual Studio Code extension: You c… --- ## [Use particle device as Internet gateway for commercial device?](https://community.particle.io/t/use-particle-device-as-internet-gateway-for-commercial-device/64911)
**Author:** [@rayz](https://community.particle.io/u/rayz)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2023, 6:31pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/use-particle-device-as-internet-gateway-for-commercial-device/64911 "2023-07-11T18:31:29Z")
I'm working with a company that builds commercial widgets that contain various sensors, actuators, and servo motors. These devices have unused serial ports and an Ethernet port. They would like the ability to send simple… --- ## [Current Best Interface to Use with Electron to Receive SMS](https://community.particle.io/t/current-best-interface-to-use-with-electron-to-receive-sms/64894)
**Author:** [@Silverminer](https://community.particle.io/u/Silverminer)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2023, 1:05am UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/current-best-interface-to-use-with-electron-to-receive-sms/64894 "2023-07-08T01:05:05Z")
I have an old Electron which I want to repurpose. It's been awhile since I've played around with this stuff. As I understand it, IFTTT is no longer supported by Particle. Based on what I'm seeing, it appears I'll need to… --- ## [Weight Sensor and Solar Capabilities](https://community.particle.io/t/weight-sensor-and-solar-capabilities/64724)
**Author:** [@hutchsubs](https://community.particle.io/u/hutchsubs)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2023, 2:37pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/weight-sensor-and-solar-capabilities/64724 "2023-06-10T14:37:34Z")
Hi Community, I have developed an MVP device around Particle that uses a camera, ultrasonic sensor, and some other sensors for waste monitoring. I have an opportunity in Africa but they will not have power sources like … --- ## [Long-Term Hardware Availability for Industrial/Commercial/Public Projects at Scale](https://community.particle.io/t/long-term-hardware-availability-for-industrial-commercial-public-projects-at-scale/64576)
**Author:** [@Rftop](https://community.particle.io/u/Rftop)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2023, 3:10pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/long-term-hardware-availability-for-industrial-commercial-public-projects-at-scale/64576 "2023-05-19T15:10:35Z")
I’d love to hear the thoughts from Particle and opinions from Community Members on the subject of Long Term Particle Hardware Availability when planning an Industrial or Commercial IoT product. To me, this area tends to… --- ## [BEST LTE Modules and Dev Boards for MQTT](https://community.particle.io/t/best-lte-modules-and-dev-boards-for-mqtt/64400)
**Author:** [@martin.iot](https://community.particle.io/u/martin.iot)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2023, 10:39am UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/best-lte-modules-and-dev-boards-for-mqtt/64400 "2023-04-20T10:39:13Z")
Hi everyone, I wanted to ask for advice on which module/dev kit is best suited for my project. Simply put, the intention is to transmit sensor data via the MQTT protocol, so I have looked at the solutions offered by Part… --- ## [High pressure transducer recommendation?](https://community.particle.io/t/high-pressure-transducer-recommendation/64243)
**Author:** [@jgskarda](https://community.particle.io/u/jgskarda)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 7:49am UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/high-pressure-transducer-recommendation/64243 "2023-03-30T07:49:21Z")
Anyone have a good recommendation for a high pressure transducer. In the range of at-least 300 PSI, maybe as high as 600 PSI. Preferable with supply voltage of 3.3V and I’m guessing analog output? In my quick search seem… --- ## [How do I send text to website and getting approval back? Boron](https://community.particle.io/t/how-do-i-send-text-to-website-and-getting-approval-back-boron/64241)
**Author:** [@DanJow](https://community.particle.io/u/DanJow)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 3:37pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/how-do-i-send-text-to-website-and-getting-approval-back-boron/64241 "2023-03-29T15:37:32Z")
A Boron sends a text string to a website and the website sends ‘Approved’ or ‘Denied’ back. What’s the best way to do this on the boron side, the httpclient library? --- ## [Bluetooth Data Transfer](https://community.particle.io/t/bluetooth-data-transfer/64245)
**Author:** [@bert386](https://community.particle.io/u/bert386)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2023, 4:02pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/bluetooth-data-transfer/64245 "2023-03-27T16:02:42Z")
Currently using Boron device to log data to an external SD card. Is it possible to expose that data to a third party device (assuming we wrote an application for the device) PC or mobile device? --- ## [Trying to extend battery life on Boron](https://community.particle.io/t/trying-to-extend-battery-life-on-boron/64077)
**Author:** [@MysticalTyphoon94](https://community.particle.io/u/MysticalTyphoon94)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2023, 3:04am UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/trying-to-extend-battery-life-on-boron/64077 "2023-02-28T03:04:46Z")
Hi, I’m using the Particle Boron to trigger a relay that turns on/off a device. Its currently being powered by a 4000mAh battery, and lasts about 4-5 days before I need to recharge it. While I’m aware of the sleep() m… --- ## [Solar Power Battery Voltage Level - Trigger On/Off to a Water Pump](https://community.particle.io/t/solar-power-battery-voltage-level-trigger-on-off-to-a-water-pump/63803)
**Author:** [@stovalldb](https://community.particle.io/u/stovalldb)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2023, 8:50pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/solar-power-battery-voltage-level-trigger-on-off-to-a-water-pump/63803 "2023-01-10T20:50:13Z")
Purchased a couple of each boards a couple years back and need to dust them off to monitor the battery bank voltage to turn On or Off an electric sump pump. I am not a coder but understand electrical basics. Am willing t… --- ## [Op Amp Circuit vs 16-bit ADC](https://community.particle.io/t/op-amp-circuit-vs-16-bit-adc/63786)
**Author:** [@wineisgud4u](https://community.particle.io/u/wineisgud4u)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2023, 3:43pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/op-amp-circuit-vs-16-bit-adc/63786 "2023-01-05T15:43:33Z")
I’m debating two options to read the voltage from the analog temperature IC LMT70. Over the desired temperature range I need for this application, this IC outputs a nearly linear voltage that is easily read by an ADC. Lo… --- ## [Alert notifications for Boat bilge](https://community.particle.io/t/alert-notifications-for-boat-bilge/63663)
**Author:** [@OBSteve](https://community.particle.io/u/OBSteve)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2022, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/alert-notifications-for-boat-bilge/63663 "2022-12-16T19:58:18Z")
I’m working on a project to monitor my boats bilge. When the bilge fills to a certain level a float switch activates a pump that empties the bilge. My project will monitor this activity and notify me when: The water le… --- ## [Household items for waterproof enclosure?](https://community.particle.io/t/household-items-for-waterproof-enclosure/63013)
**Author:** [@Colleen](https://community.particle.io/u/Colleen)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2022, 3:51am UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/household-items-for-waterproof-enclosure/63013 "2022-11-30T03:51:29Z")
Anyone have ideas for a board enclosure that I can make without a 3D printer or buy at a big box store? I’m in the middle of the woods and am using a tracker SOM to build a GPS collar for my dog. I ordered an enclosure … --- ## [Power Outage Monitoring Advice](https://community.particle.io/t/power-outage-monitoring-advice/63005)
**Author:** [@hutchsubs](https://community.particle.io/u/hutchsubs)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2022, 3:36am UTC](https://community.particle.io/t/power-outage-monitoring-advice/63005 "2022-11-30T03:36:32Z")
Hi Particle Community, I’m looking to use Particle to measure 12V AC power that inputs into a battery to notify me when the power goes out. The battery plugs in to a normal wall socket. I need the Boron/Argon to connect… [Previous page](https://community.particle.io/c/brainstorming/61.md) [Next page](https://community.particle.io/c/brainstorming/61.md?page=2)