Introducing the Helium Bridge Repository

Introduction

The Helium Bridge repository is a project aimed at creating a bridge between Helium and The Things Network (TTN) using the LMIC and rtl_433_ESP libraries. It is written in C++ and JavaScript. bridge picture

Features

  • Utilizes the LMIC library for LoRaWAN communication
  • Incorporates the rtl_433_ESP library for sensor bridging
  • Payload formatters for uplink messages
  • PlatformIO configuration for easy setup and deployment

How It Works

LMIC Library

The core of the project lies in the src/LMIC-node.cpp and src/LMIC-node.h files. These files handle the LoRaWAN communication using the LMIC library.

rtl_433_ESP Library

The inclusion of the rtl_433_ESP library enables the bridging of a wide variety of sensors, making the project highly versatile in sensor data collection and transmission.

Payload Formatters

The repository includes a JavaScript file payload-formatters/lmic-node-uplink-formatters.js that contains payload formatters for uplink messages.

PlatformIO Configuration

The platformio.ini file contains the PlatformIO configuration, making it easier to set up and deploy the project.

How to Get Started

  1. Clone the repository: git clone https://github.com/dirkbeer/Helium-Bridge.git
  2. Navigate to the project directory.
  3. Install the required libraries and dependencies.
  4. Upload the code to your hardware.

Conclusion

The Helium Bridge repository offers a straightforward way to bridge Helium and TTN networks. With its well-structured code, comprehensive documentation, and the inclusion of the rtl_433_ESP library, it serves as a valuable resource for anyone looking to integrate these platforms and a variety of sensors.