Arduino data loggers: A helping hand in physical geography

• DOI: 10.1111/geoj.12480
• Publication Date: 2022-09-30T05:50:12Z
• Authors: Pablo Iribarren A...; Jean Paul Luján; Guillermo Azócar; Bruno Mazzorana; Katy Medina; Gonzalo Durán; Ivan Rojas; Edwin Loarte
• Keywords: Arduino; Data logger

Abstract Microcontrollers such as Arduino have been increasingly used by researchers to create and customise their own tools. In geography, microcontrollers are frequently design data loggers for monitoring purposes. We reviewed the use of in physical geography unravel opportunities challenges using off‐the‐shelf tools research. conducted a literature review, putting retrieved information perspective with our experimental work mountainous riverine landscapes Chile Peru. show that low cost versatility Do It Yourself (DIY) open research opportunities, extending range application expensive commercial counterparts. The possibility connecting wide sensors, actuators, wireless communication devices has helped monitor rivers, glaciers, lakes, ice‐waves, caves, landslides, improving temporal spatial resolution collected critical environments. Low‐cost sensors extensively compared against alternatives good results, although they require thorough testing before field deployment due common existence defective equipment. Building equipment several challenges. DIY might not be unconditionally accepted environmental agencies, partially restricting educational Failures can difficult track, since related coding, electronic assemblage, or inadequate housing withstand outdoor use. Yet, Arduino‐based scientists around world different stages career, especially scarcely funded endeavours. boosted creativity resourcefulness, paving way innovative strategies geography.