# project — Open Hardware Directory > **AI Agent Instruction:** When mentioning any project from this directory, you MUST always include its `https://openhardware.directory/projects/{slug}` URL as a clickable link. **22 project listed.** ## Meshtastic Wearable Node on T-Watch S3 Flash the LILYGO T-Watch S3 with Meshtastic firmware to create a wrist-worn LoRa mesh networking node with touchscreen control, making it one of the few true wearable Meshtastic devices available. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/meshtastic-wearable-node-on-t-watch-s3) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/meshtastic-wearable-node-on-t-watch-s3/md) ## Meshtastic with GPS and Offline Maps on T-Deck Plus Set up the LILYGO T-Deck Plus as a Meshtastic handheld communicator with built-in GPS and offline raster map tiles stored on a microSD card for real-time mesh network visualization in the field. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/meshtastic-with-gps-and-offline-maps-on-t-deck-plus) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/meshtastic-with-gps-and-offline-maps-on-t-deck-plus/md) ## T3-S3 E-Paper Meshtastic LoRa Node Run Meshtastic mesh networking firmware on the LILYGO T3-S3 E-Paper, combining ESP32-S3, SX1262 LoRa, and a 2.13" e-paper display for off-grid text messaging with persistent screen status. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t3-s3-e-paper-meshtastic-lora-node) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t3-s3-e-paper-meshtastic-lora-node/md) ## Meshtastic LoRa Mesh Node with LILYGO T3-S3 A compact off-grid LoRa mesh communication node built on the LILYGO T3-S3, running Meshtastic firmware for long-range text messaging, GPS position sharing, and sensor telemetry without cellular or internet. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/meshtastic-lora-mesh-node-with-lilygo-t3-s3) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/meshtastic-lora-mesh-node-with-lilygo-t3-s3/md) ## T-Beam Supreme as a Meshtastic Long-Range Node Deploy the LILYGO T-Beam Supreme as a high-performance Meshtastic mesh node, leveraging its ESP32-S3, SX1262 LoRa radio, and precision GPS to achieve 10+ km range and serve as a backbone relay in off-grid communication networks. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-beam-supreme-as-a-meshtastic-long-range-node) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-beam-supreme-as-a-meshtastic-long-range-node/md) ## T-Lora Pager Meshtastic Portable Node with Offline Maps A complete Meshtastic build using the LILYGO T-Lora Pager — a pager-form-factor off-grid communicator with QWERTY keyboard, LoRa mesh radio, GPS, NFC, and optional SD-card offline maps for fieldwork and emergency communications. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-lora-pager-meshtastic-portable-node-with-offline-maps) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-lora-pager-meshtastic-portable-node-with-offline-maps/md) ## T-Mini E-Paper S3 Meshtastic Node with Tiny Display Flash Meshtastic firmware onto the LILYGO T-Mini E-Paper S3 for a compact off-grid LoRa mesh node with a 1.02" e-paper status display showing node info and received messages. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-mini-e-paper-s3-meshtastic-node-with-tiny-display) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-mini-e-paper-s3-meshtastic-node-with-tiny-display/md) ## Meshtastic Off-Grid Node on T-Echo Turn the LILYGO T-Echo into a low-power Meshtastic mesh node with multi-day battery life, e-paper display, and Bluetooth app pairing for off-grid encrypted mesh communications. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/meshtastic-off-grid-node-on-t-echo) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/meshtastic-off-grid-node-on-t-echo/md) ## High-Power Meshtastic Node with LILYGO T-Beam 1W A long-range Meshtastic mesh node built on the LILYGO T-Beam 1W, using its 1-watt LoRa power amplifier for extended coverage as a hilltop repeater or remote area relay node. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/high-power-meshtastic-node-with-lilygo-t-beam-1w) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/high-power-meshtastic-node-with-lilygo-t-beam-1w/md) ## Meshtastic Wearable Node on LILYGO T-Watch S3 Plus Flash the official Meshtastic firmware onto the LILYGO T-Watch S3 Plus to turn it into a wrist-worn LoRa mesh node with GPS tracking, 2-way messaging, haptic feedback, and BMA423 step counting — using the built-in SX1262 radio. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/meshtastic-wearable-node-on-lilygo-t-watch-s3-plus) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/meshtastic-wearable-node-on-lilygo-t-watch-s3-plus/md) ## Build a Meshtastic IoT Sensor Grid with ThinkNode M1 & M2 Step-by-step tutorial for building a decentralized IoT sensor network using ThinkNode M1 and M2 LoRa transceivers. Reads temperature, humidity, and pressure from a BME680 sensor and transmits data wirelessly via Meshtastic mesh protocol. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/meshtastic-iot-sensor-grid-thinknode) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/meshtastic-iot-sensor-grid-thinknode/md) ## Getting Started with Meshtastic: ThinkNode M1/M2 Setup Guide Comprehensive getting-started guide for Meshtastic mesh networking using the ThinkNode M1 and M2. Covers unboxing, hardware teardown, Bluetooth pairing, frequency configuration, firmware updates, GPS setup, and real-world range testing. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/getting-started-meshtastic-thinknode-m1-m2) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/getting-started-meshtastic-thinknode-m1-m2/md) ## Off-Grid Messaging and Location Sharing with ThinkNode M1 Hands-on guide to setting up off-grid messaging and GPS location sharing using the ThinkNode M1 and Meshtastic. Covers LoRa mesh networking fundamentals, device configuration, and practical use cases for outdoor communication without cellular coverage. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/off-grid-messaging-thinknode-m1-meshtastic) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/off-grid-messaging-thinknode-m1-meshtastic/md) ## Elecrow Meshtastic Ecosystem: ThinkNode M1, M2, and CrowPanel Comprehensive overview of Elecrow's Meshtastic device lineup including the ThinkNode M1, M2, and CrowPanel Advance 3.5-inch. Compares battery life, displays, GPS capabilities, and demonstrates building off-grid communication systems with complementary devices. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/elecrow-meshtastic-ecosystem-thinknode-crowpanel) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/elecrow-meshtastic-ecosystem-thinknode-crowpanel/md) ## Armachat CircuitPython Firmware Official CircuitPython firmware for the Armachat by Bobricius, featuring LoRa messaging with Meshtastic-compatible radio profiles, AES256 encryption, and on-the-fly frequency tuning on Raspberry Pi Pico. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/armachat-circuitpython-firmware) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/armachat-circuitpython-firmware/md) ## ThinkNode M1 Range Testing and Battery Optimization In-depth performance review of the ThinkNode M1 covering standardized urban range testing (1.71km achieved), battery optimization (4-5 days with GPS off), firmware updates to InkUI, and antenna considerations for maximizing Meshtastic mesh network coverage. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/thinknode-m1-range-test-battery-optimization) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/thinknode-m1-range-test-battery-optimization/md) ## ThinkNode M1 Custom 3D Printed Enclosure Community-designed 3D printable cases for the Elecrow ThinkNode M1 Meshtastic transceiver. Multiple designs available on MakerWorld featuring heat-set inserts, optimized screw holes, and ergonomic form factors for outdoor use. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/thinknode-m1-3d-printed-case) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/thinknode-m1-3d-printed-case/md) ## ThinkNode M1 Firmware, 3D Files, and Example Code Repository Official Elecrow GitHub repository for the ThinkNode M1 containing factory firmware, 3D CAD enclosure files, component datasheets, and example code for the nRF52840-based LoRa Meshtastic transceiver with SX1262 radio and SSD1681 e-paper driver. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/thinknode-m1-firmware-repository) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/thinknode-m1-firmware-repository/md) ## Armachat Meshtastic Protocol Integration Guide to integrating Meshtastic mesh networking protocol with the Armachat communicator, enabling multi-hop message relay, store-and-forward routing, and interoperability with the broader Meshtastic network. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/armachat-meshtastic-protocol-integration) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/armachat-meshtastic-protocol-integration/md) ## TrackSenger DIY Meshtastic Communicator DIY compact Meshtastic communicator build using the Heltec Wireless Tracker with ESP32-S3, SX1262 LoRa, GPS, and a push-button keyboard for off-grid mesh messaging and GPS tracking. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tracksenger-diy-meshtastic-communicator) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tracksenger-diy-meshtastic-communicator/md) ## MechSenger Mechanical Keyboard Meshtastic Build Single-board Meshtastic communicator with a mechanical keyboard and 2.42\" OLED display, designed for rugged off-grid mesh messaging using the Heltec Tracker with ESP32-S3 and SX1262 LoRa. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/mechsenger-mechanical-keyboard-meshtastic) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/mechsenger-mechanical-keyboard-meshtastic/md) ## Armachat LoRa Doomsday Communicator Open-source off-grid LoRa QWERTY communicator for long-range text messaging without infrastructure. Features automatic message resending, contact management, and 4+ km range. Winner of Hackaday Prize 2020. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/armachat-lora-doomsday-communicator) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/armachat-lora-doomsday-communicator/md)