In the mining, construction, and environmental monitoring industries, data acquisition is critical. The accuracy and availability of the data can have a significant effect on the success of the project. The Volley Boast VoBo GP-1 (safe area) and HL-1 (hazardous area) devices are innovative LoRaWAN endpoints that have established themselves in the world of data collection, particularly in the ability to read a wide range of sensors. The VoBo GP-1/HL-1 enables robust, long range wireless communication between vibrating wire data and a LoRaWAN network.
System Components
- Volley Boast VoBo GP-1: This robust LoRaWAN endpoint serves as a bridge between various sensors, dataloggers, and a LoRaWAN network. It’s designed to seamlessly integrate with a wide range of sensors and transmitters with a variety of protocols, offering unparalleled flexibility and compatibility. In this application, the Modbus input channel is used to read register data on the CR6.
- Campbell Scientific CR6 Datalogger: The CR6 is a popular choice for data logging applications. It supports a multitude of sensor types and offers robust data acquisition capabilities and in this case functioning as a Modbus slave.
- Vibrating Wire Sensors: These sensors are commonly used for measuring various parameters such as strain, pressure, and temperature. They work based on the principle of detecting changes in the frequency of a vibrating wire to determine the property being measured.
Applications and Impact
The integration of the Volley Boast VoBo GP-1/HL-1 with the Campbell Scientific CR6 opens a world of possibilities for real-time environmental monitoring, geotechnical engineering, structural health monitoring, and beyond. Some applications include:
- Monitoring water level and pore pressure.
- Monitoring of slope stability and landslide risk.
- Measurement of soil moisture and temperature profiles.
- Monitoring of structural integrity in civil engineering projects.
Summary
In the world of mining, construction, and environmental monitoring, having access to reliable, accurate, and timely data is essential. The VoBo GP-1/HL-1 is a powerful tool for collecting and transmitting vibrating wire sensor data read from the Campbell Scientific CR6 datalogger. With its wide compatibility, plug-and-play LoRaWAN integration, real-time monitoring capabilities, and robust data transmission features, the VoBo GP-1/HL-1 is changing the way data is collected, analyzed, and utilized. As the push for data increases, innovative devices like the VoBo GP-1/HL-1 play a crucial role in shaping the future of data-driven solutions.