Looking for a solution on how to determine when to close and open skylight blinds. I can just do hours of the day but would like it to be a bit more intelligent.

Anyone looked at using something like the math used for solar panels? I was thinking that when max solar power was generated in the summer that is when they are closed to keep heat out.

Ideas?

  • @peregus
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    15 months ago

    Out of curiosity: how long does the battery last on those devices?

    • @[email protected]
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      25 months ago

      I’ve had this one (it’s the Wifi version not Bluetooth) for about four months and it claims that the battery is at 81%. I’ve not owned it long enough to say if that is a linear or exponential (or totally made up) value.

      • @peregus
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        15 months ago

        Wow, I thought that the WiFi version would consume way more. Thanks!

        • @[email protected]
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          15 months ago

          I expect it varies depending on how often you open the door, what firmware it’s on, whether it’s MQTT or something else etc etc.