Holder for GO-Pro Hero 8 case with DIY ESP32-GPS

This arm holder uses velcro straps, is used to click and clamp a Go Pro Hero 8 case which contains an ESP32-GPS DIY unit
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updated September 15, 2024

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Update to V3 version 25-5-2024.

V3 version has some small design changes.
Now also included are display cover and pin to connect GoPro housing to the carrier instead of using a zipty.

This arm holder which uses velcro straps around the upper arm, is used to click and clamp a Go Pro Hero 8 case which contains an ESP32-GPS DIY set up using a Lilygo 213-B74 designed by Jan Heynen.

1 x Lilygo T5 2.13 inch in B74 version [Q300}

https://www.lilygo.cc/products/t5-v2-3-1?variant=42366871699637
When clicked in, you can secure the GoPro to the holder with the pin or a zipty through the large universal screw hole. If needed you can connect the safety line to this same zipty.

The innercase now has a location for an USB-C connector and two slots for two 3 mm LEDS

Print GoPro holder vertical on the flat side and use supports where needed.

Orca Slicer works fine to achieve sturdy part with using PETG filament with tree supports.

It can accept batteries up to 50x37x12 mm size.

Slot/box optimized for 20x20mm Beitian BE220  M10 GPS.

Slot for using ON/OFF button 5x5mm switch by left push button of GoPro case.

2 holes for 3mm LED for checking if magnet or reed contact is active and a LED for the charging state.

You can strengthen the strapbars inside with a 3 mm carbon tube or rod.

Can be used with USB -C connector when cover is open and no need to lift the PCB.

Or (uses  wireless coil charger) Black QI receiver electronic.
https://nl.aliexpress.com/item/1005006104986689.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.20.1ba179d2HNcZod&gatewayAdapt=glo2nld

  • Flexible velcro strap used 50x400mm
    https://vi.aliexpress.com/item/1005004112183866.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.48.611f1802ZA1xB8&gatewayAdapt=glo2vnm
     
  • Designer of the electronics and software can be found here:

https://github.com/RP6conrad/ESP-GPS-Logger

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