- What is OpenSCUPS?
- Project Motivation and Goals
- Key Features and Capabilities
- License Information
- Working with High Voltage and Current
- Battery Safety
- General Workshop Safety
- System Overview
- Block Diagram
- Component Interaction
- Required Components
- Off-the-shelf Components (12V batteries, chargers, power supplies)
- Custom Electronics (ESP8266 based control board)
- PCB (Printed Circuit Board)
- PCB Design Files and Schematics
- Understanding the Schematics
- Ordering/Making the PCB
- Enclosure and Physical Assembly (Kastinbouw)
- Recommended Enclosure (Steel for fire safety)
- Step-by-Step Assembly Guide
- Wiring Guide
- Temperature Sensor Integration (External or Integrated)
Software/Firmware
- ESP8266 Microcontroller
- Firmware Source Code
- Obtaining the Code (Link to GitHub)
- Development Environment Setup
- Compiling and Uploading Firmware
- Program Logic and Flow Diagrams
- Main Control Loop
- Solar Charging Algorithm
- UPS Switching Logic
- MQTT Communication Protocol
- Over-the-Air (OTA) Firmware Updates
Configuration and Setup
- Initial Hardware Checks
- Software Configuration
- Wi-Fi Setup
- MQTT Broker Configuration
- Custom Parameters
- Connecting to Home Automation Systems
Usage and Operation
- Powering On and Off
- Monitoring the System (e.g., via MQTT)
- Understanding System States and Indicators
Troubleshooting
- Common Issues and Solutions
- Error Codes/Messages
- How to Get Help (Community/Forum, Link to GitHub Issues)
Future Development and Improvements
- Planned Features (e.g., ESP32 upgrade, integrated temperature sensor)
- Known Limitations
Contributing to the Project
- How to Contribute (Code, Documentation, Testing)
- Reporting Bugs
- Suggesting Enhancements
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Glossary of Terms