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E-paper Weather Display Project
What is the project about?
This project is an innovative e-paper display that shows real-time weather information, including temperature, sky conditions, humidity, and visibility for your city. It combines low-power consumption with a sleek and modern design, making it perfect for home or office use.
Why did I decide to make it?
I wanted to create a simple yet functional device that could provide essential weather updates at a glance without the distractions of a phone or computer. E-paper displays are perfect for this purpose due to their low energy usage, high visibility in all lighting conditions, and aesthetic appeal. Additionally, this project was an opportunity to experiment with API integration and further improve my programming skills.
How does it work?
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Weather Data Fetching:
The project uses the OpenWeatherMap API to gather real-time weather information for a specific city. The data includes temperature, humidity, visibility, and a description of the current sky condition. -
Processing Data:
The data is retrieved by a microcontroller (e.g., ESP32 or similar) and processed into a format suitable for display on the e-paper screen. -
Displaying Information:
The e-paper display module shows the weather data with a clear and clean interface, making it easy to read. The screen refreshes periodically to keep the information updated. -
Power Source:
The entire system is powered via a USB cable, ensuring simplicity and portability.
Key Features:
- Low Power Consumption: The e-paper display consumes minimal energy and only uses power when refreshing the screen.
- Customizable: You can change the city or update the design of the display to match your preferences.
- Portable and Compact: The device is lightweight and easy to place anywhere.
