Drone-Assisted Crop Scouting System Variant 27 Kit with ESP32 + Sensor
Drone-Assisted Crop Scouting System Kit with ESP32 & Multispectral Sensor — Build a Precision Agriculture NDVI System
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Capture aerial crop health data with your own drone payload. This kit provides the electronics to build a lightweight multispectral camera system that tags images with GPS coordinates and calculates NDVI values from the AS7265x and BH1750 sensors. When airborne, it logs geotagged spectral data to microSD, ready for analysis in any GIS platform.
What You'll Build
You'll construct a drone-mounted sensor pod that captures visible light and near-infrared reflectance data. The onboard ESP32-CAM captures a photo at each waypoint, while the AS7265x and BH1750 provide 6-channel spectral readings and ambient light intensity. GPS and timestamp are appended to each log entry, enabling precise crop stress mapping.
What You'll Learn
- Assemble a multi-sensor payload on a drone frame
- Integrate GPS and RTC for geospatial data logging
- Calibrate and read NDVI from multispectral sensors
- Process and interpret crop health indices for precision agriculture
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| ESP32-CAM | 1 |
| ESP32 Dev Board | 1 |
| NEO-6M GPS | 1 |
| AS7265x Sensor | 1 |
| BH1750 | 1 |
| DS3231 RTC | 1 |
| MicroSD Module | 1 |
| LM2596 Buck Converter | 1 |
| 3.7V LiPo 1300mAh | 1 |
| TP4056 Module | 1 |
| 100nF Caps | 15 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 3 |
| Drone Frame | 1 |
| Soldering Iron | 1 |
| Solder Wire | 1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
This kit is designed for agritech engineers, precision agriculture researchers, and advanced hobbyists building custom drone payloads. It aligns with final-year B.Tech ECE/EEE projects, agricultural drone startups, and institutions like IITs and NITs deploying crop monitoring solutions. If you are prototyping an NDVI mapping system for field trials, this kit gives you a ready-to-assemble sensor stack.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
The AI companion accessible via QR code provides step-by-step instructions specific to this kit. For real-time help, you can send a message on WhatsApp and our support team will guide you.
Do I need my own drone?
Yes, the kit includes only the payload electronics and a small drone frame for bench-testing; you’ll need a compatible quadcopter or fixed-wing drone with sufficient payload capacity (200-300g) for actual field flights.
Can I view NDVI images directly on the payload?
The payload logs raw sensor data to microSD; you process the CSV logs on a computer using QGIS or Python to generate NDVI maps. The kit includes sample processing scripts.
Is the system weather-resistant?
The electronics are not sealed; consider a 3D-printed enclosure with ventilation for outdoor use. The PCB prototype board allows custom mounting.
ESP32-CAM drone payload captures multispectral photos with GPS tag. NDVI calculated from BH1750 + AS7265x.
What's in this kit
Choose your assembly option:
- Soldering Kit — 25W soldering iron, 60/40 solder wire, flux, and small perfboard for permanent assembly.
- Breadboard Combo — 800-point full-size breadboard with 65-piece jumper wire pack for solderless prototyping.
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Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items