# 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. **41 project listed.** ## LoRa APRS Tracker for T-Beam Full-featured LoRa APRS tracker firmware for the LILYGO T-Beam with GPS beaconing, two-way messaging, weather data, Winlink access, and a complete on-device menu system. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/lora-aprs-tracker-for-t-beam) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/lora-aprs-tracker-for-t-beam/md) ## T-Beam SoftRF + ADS-B Aviation Tracker A custom aviation safety device combining a LILYGO T-Beam running SoftRF with an ADS-B receiver and AMOLED display for real-time collision awareness for gliders and small aircraft. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-beam-softrf-ads-b-aviation-tracker) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-beam-softrf-ads-b-aviation-tracker/md) ## T-SIM7000G LTE GPS Tracker for Traccar Arduino firmware that turns the LILYGO T-SIM7000G into a real-time LTE-based GPS tracker reporting position to a self-hosted Traccar server over the cellular network. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-sim7000g-lte-gps-tracker-for-traccar) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-sim7000g-lte-gps-tracker-for-traccar/md) ## T-Beam Supreme LoRa APRS SOTA Hiking Tracker A lightweight, multi-day LoRa APRS position tracker built on the LILYGO T-Beam Supreme for SOTA hikers and backcountry adventurers to share real-time GPS coordinates without cellular coverage. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-beam-supreme-lora-aprs-sota-hiking-tracker) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-beam-supreme-lora-aprs-sota-hiking-tracker/md) ## T-Echo LoRa APRS Tracker Firmware Ultra-low-power custom APRS tracker firmware for the LILYGO T-Echo that uses the nRF52840's deep-sleep modes to achieve 100 µA standby current while transmitting GPS positions over LoRa. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-echo-lora-aprs-tracker-firmware) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-echo-lora-aprs-tracker-firmware/md) ## T-SIM7000G MQTT GPS Tracker with Sensors Arduino-based GPS tracker for the LILYGO T-SIM7000G that publishes location, battery, signal strength, and sensor readings to an MQTT broker over LTE — with multiple power modes and OTA update support. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-sim7000g-mqtt-gps-tracker-with-sensors) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-sim7000g-mqtt-gps-tracker-with-sensors/md) ## SoftRF Badge Edition on T-Echo The LILYGO T-Echo running SoftRF Badge Edition acts as a low-power aviation proximity awareness device for glider and paraglider pilots, detecting nearby aircraft via FLARM, OGN, and ADS-L protocols on its e-paper display. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/softrf-badge-edition-on-t-echo) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/softrf-badge-edition-on-t-echo/md) ## Ripple QWERTY LoRa Mesh Messenger on T-Deck The Ripple QWERTY firmware turns the LILYGO T-Deck into a standalone encrypted LoRa mesh messenger with GPS, offline maps, group chats, and no internet or cellular connection required. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/ripple-qwerty-lora-mesh-messenger-on-t-deck) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/ripple-qwerty-lora-mesh-messenger-on-t-deck/md) ## ESP32APRS T-TWR Plus APRS Station A full-featured APRS station (igate, digipeater, tracker, weather) running on the LILYGO T-TWR Plus, using its built-in SA868 VHF/UHF transceiver and rotary encoder UI. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/esp32aprs-t-twr-plus-aprs-station) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/esp32aprs-t-twr-plus-aprs-station/md) ## TTGO T-Beam TTN LoRaWAN GPS Mapper A GPS tracker that uploads location data to The Things Network and TTN Mapper, measuring LoRaWAN gateway signal strength and coverage using the TTGO T-Beam. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/ttgo-t-beam-ttn-lorawan-gps-mapper) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/ttgo-t-beam-ttn-lorawan-gps-mapper/md) ## TTGO T-Beam LoRa APRS Tracker A configurable LoRa APRS tracker running on the TTGO T-Beam, supporting smart beaconing, weather station mode, digipeater functionality, and over-the-air setup via a rotary encoder display. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/ttgo-t-beam-lora-aprs-tracker) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/ttgo-t-beam-lora-aprs-tracker/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) ## ChirpR OS — All-in-One Communication Firmware for T-Deck Pro A feature-packed multi-application firmware for the LILYGO T-Deck Pro that transforms the e-paper handheld into an off-grid communication hub with LoRa messaging, GPS, music player, step counter, and 17 built-in apps. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/chirpr-os-all-in-one-communication-firmware-for-t-deck-pro) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/chirpr-os-all-in-one-communication-firmware-for-t-deck-pro/md) ## TTGO T-Beam Helium Network Mapper A portable Helium network coverage mapper using the TTGO T-Beam rev 1.1, sending LoRa packets to nearby hotspots and uploading signal metrics to mappers.helium.com for community coverage mapping. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/ttgo-t-beam-helium-network-mapper) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/ttgo-t-beam-helium-network-mapper/md) ## T-SIM7080G-S3 Solar-Powered NB-IoT Remote Sensor Node Arduino/PlatformIO firmware for the LILYGO T-SIM7080G-S3 that creates a solar-powered, battery-backed NB-IoT remote sensor node publishing GPS location and environmental data to MQTT or cloud IoT platforms — with deep sleep for multi-day battery life. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-sim7080g-s3-solar-powered-nb-iot-remote-sensor-node) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/t-sim7080g-s3-solar-powered-nb-iot-remote-sensor-node/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) ## 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) ## LiLoRa — LoRaWAN Coverage Mapper with T-Watch S3 A wearable LoRaWAN range testing system using the LILYGO T-Watch S3, pairing the watch's SX1262 radio with GPS from a BLE-connected smartphone to map network coverage and signal quality in real time. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/lilora-lorawan-coverage-mapper-with-t-watch-s3) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/lilora-lorawan-coverage-mapper-with-t-watch-s3/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) ## MeshCore — Lightweight LoRa Mesh Protocol A rapidly growing open-source LoRa mesh networking protocol with hybrid routing, room servers, and encrypted messaging — a lightweight alternative to Meshtastic with 2,200+ GitHub stars. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/meshcore-lightweight-lora-mesh-protocol) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/meshcore-lightweight-lora-mesh-protocol/md) ## TinkerNav RTK Rover and Base Station Firmware Official open-source firmware for TinkerNav RTK GNSS boards, enabling both RTK rover and base station modes with WiFi, LoRa, and NTRIP correction data support via ESP32-S3 and SkyTraq PX1125R. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tinkernav-rtk-rover-and-base-station-firmware) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tinkernav-rtk-rover-and-base-station-firmware/md) ## TinkerRTK WiFi Base Station and Rover Setup Step-by-step tutorial for building an RTK positioning system using two TinkerNav boards communicating over WiFi, achieving centimeter-level GPS accuracy with a local base station and rover. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tinkerrtk-wifi-base-station-and-rover-setup) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tinkerrtk-wifi-base-station-and-rover-setup/md) ## TinkerRTK LoRa Base Station and Rover Tutorial for setting up a long-range RTK positioning system using TinkerNav boards with TinkerSend LoRa radios, enabling RTCM correction data transmission over distances up to 6 km. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tinkerrtk-lora-base-station-and-rover) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tinkerrtk-lora-base-station-and-rover/md) ## TinkerRTK ESPNow RTK Communication Open-source Arduino project using ESP-NOW protocol for peer-to-peer RTK correction data exchange between TinkerNav boards, enabling infrastructure-free centimeter-level GPS positioning. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tinkerrtk-espnow-rtk-communication) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tinkerrtk-espnow-rtk-communication/md) ## TinkerRTK WiFi NTRIP Client Arduino sketches for connecting a TinkerNav board to an NTRIP caster over WiFi, enabling single-board RTK rover operation using publicly available or subscription-based correction data streams. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tinkerrtk-wifi-ntrip-client) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tinkerrtk-wifi-ntrip-client/md) ## TinkerRTK Cellular NTRIP with SIM7000 Arduino sketches for using TinkerNav with the TinkerSend Mobile SIM7000 4G module to download RTK corrections from an NTRIP caster over cellular, enabling rover operation in remote areas without WiFi. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tinkerrtk-cellular-ntrip-with-sim7000) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tinkerrtk-cellular-ntrip-with-sim7000/md) ## ESP32 UWB Indoor Positioning with Python Visualization Indoor 2D positioning system using three Makerfabs ESP32 UWB modules as anchors and tags. Calculates position via trilateration and displays real-time location on a Python GUI over UDP. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/esp32-uwb-indoor-positioning-with-python-visualization) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/esp32-uwb-indoor-positioning-with-python-visualization/md) ## TinkerRTK on Hackaday.io Hackaday.io project page for TinkerRTK, documenting the open-source modular RTK GPS system with SkyTraq PX1105R receiver and ESP32-S3, featuring build logs, schematics, and community discussion. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tinkerrtk-on-hackaday-io) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/tinkerrtk-on-hackaday-io/md) ## ESP32 UWB Outdoor Positioning with OLED Display Outdoor UWB positioning system using Makerfabs ESP32 UWB Pro with Display modules. Anchors and tags show real-time distance and position data on their built-in OLED screens, with Python visualization over UDP. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/esp32-uwb-outdoor-positioning-with-oled-display) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/esp32-uwb-outdoor-positioning-with-oled-display/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) ## ESP32 UWB Long-Range Distance Tracker A UWB distance tracking project using Makerfabs ESP32 UWB devices achieving ~130 m range with DW1000. Includes antenna delay calibration for optimal accuracy and WiFi connectivity on the tag side. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/esp32-uwb-long-range-distance-tracker) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/esp32-uwb-long-range-distance-tracker/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) ## ESP32 DW1000 UWB Indoor Positioning System Tutorial Step-by-step tutorial from how2electronics covering indoor positioning with ESP32 and DW1000 UWB modules. Covers anchor/tag setup, distance measurement, and 2D location calculation using Makerfabs boards. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/esp32-dw1000-uwb-indoor-positioning-system-tutorial) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/esp32-dw1000-uwb-indoor-positioning-system-tutorial/md) ## Gnat LoRaWAN Asset Tracker Firmware Arduino firmware for the Gnat LoRa+GNSS Asset Tracker featuring wake-on-motion tracking, CayenneLPP encoding, and ultra-low-power GNSS management with hot/cold start control. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/gnat-lorawan-asset-tracker-firmware) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/gnat-lorawan-asset-tracker-firmware/md) ## Indian Ocean Sea Turtle Tracker (IoT) Marine turtle tracking device based on CMWX1ZZABZ and MAX M8Q GNSS, with dual barometers for underwater depth measurement, designed for year-long deployment on sea turtles. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/indian-ocean-sea-turtle-tracker-iot) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/indian-ocean-sea-turtle-tracker-iot/md) ## ArduinoCore-stm32l0 for Gnat and CMWX1ZZABZ Boards Arduino board support package for STM32L0-based LoRaWAN devices including the Gnat, Grasshopper, and Cricket, enabling Arduino IDE programming with LoRaWAN and GNSS libraries. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/arduinocore-stm32l0-for-gnat-and-cmwx1zzabz-boards) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/arduinocore-stm32l0-for-gnat-and-cmwx1zzabz-boards/md) ## Hackable CMWX1ZZABZ LoRa Devices Comprehensive Hackaday.io project documenting Tlera Corp's CMWX1ZZABZ-based LoRa device family including Gnat, Grasshopper, Cricket, and LoRaSensorTile with power benchmarks and build logs. [Details](https://openhardware.directory/projects/hackable-cmwx1zzabz-lora-devices) | [Markdown](https://openhardware.directory/projects/hackable-cmwx1zzabz-lora-devices/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)