CA2RXU LoRa APRS iGate Digipeater on GitHub
Firmware for ESP32, NRF52840, and RP2040 microcontrollers for LoRa APRS iGate and Digipeater
Description
Demonstrates firmware for microcontrollers like the ESP32 to implement a LoRa APRS iGate and Digipeater. This project leverages LoRa for packet radio communication, allowing amateur radio operators to bridge the gap between LoRa-enabled APRS stations and the global APRS-IS network via WiFi. It details the setup for both iGate and Digipeater modes, including features like transmitting APRS-IS packets over LoRa to local stations and a 30-second buffer in digipeater mode to prevent packet storms.
This firmware offers an Ultra Eco Mode, achieving current consumption between 7mA and 13mA, making it suitable for remote, battery-powered deployments. The integrated WebUI simplifies configuration and management, providing an accessible interface for hams to deploy and maintain their LoRa APRS infrastructure. It supports sending weather telemetry packets and adheres to APRS protocols, released under the GPL-3.0 license.