Earthquake Vibration Logger Kit v4
Earthquake Vibration Logger Kit v4 — Raspberry Pi 5 Optical Flow Seismometer for Indoor Position Hold
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Turn a Raspberry Pi 5 into a precise ground-vibration monitor. This kit guides you through assembling a seismometer that uses a downward-facing camera and optical flow to hold a stationary position indoors — no GPS needed — while logging every tremor onto a fast NVMe SSD. Perfect for ATL labs, physics projects, and early earthquake-sensing prototypes.
What You'll Build
A self-contained instrument that continuously records ground movement. The Pi Camera Module 3 Wide captures a framed pattern on the floor, and optical flow algorithms running on the Pi 5’s Cortex-A76 cores calculate sub-millimeter displacements in real time. The MPU6050 IMU corrects for camera tilt so readings stay true even on slightly uneven surfaces. Data streams directly to the included 128 GB NVMe SSD via the M.2 HAT+, giving you hours of uncompressed vibration logs.
What You'll Learn
- Implement optical flow algorithms using Raspberry Pi 5’s GPU-accelerated video processing
- Calibrate and fuse data from a 6-axis IMU for motion correction
- Design a real-time data logging pipeline to NVMe SSD for dozens of hours of continuous sampling
- Build a Python dashboard to visualise vibration waveforms and detect anomalous events
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Raspberry Pi 5 4GB | 1 |
| Pi Camera Module 3 Wide | 1 |
| MPU6050 IMU | 1 |
| PWM Driver PCA9685 | 1 |
| NVMe SSD 128GB | 1 |
| Pi 5 M.2 HAT+ | 1 |
| USB-C PSU | 1 |
| M-M Wires | 15 |
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
CBSE Class 11–12 students working on physics or electronics projects, B.Tech ECE/EEE undergraduates exploring sensor fusion and edge computing, and ATL Tinkering Lab facilitators who want a ready-to-run seismology experiment. Even Smart India Hackathon teams prototyping earthquake early-warning systems will find the optical flow approach a compelling indoor positioning alternative to GPS.
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?
Scan the QR code inside the box to launch the AI companion, which walks you through each step. If you need human help, our WhatsApp support team replies within a few hours.
Can this kit detect real earthquakes?
It senses vibrations down to sub‑millimeter movements, making it excellent for educational seismic monitoring. It is not intended as a replacement for official seismic networks.
Does the camera need a printed target for optical flow?
Yes, the companion guide provides a downloadable speckle pattern and a calibration routine that aligns the camera and IMU for accurate displacement readings.
Is the NVMe SSD necessary, or can I log to an SD card?
The SSD is essential. Recording raw optical flow data at 60+ FPS creates a high write bandwidth that would quickly overwhelm an SD card, leading to data loss.
Seismology — Pi 5 processes downward-facing camera for optical flow position hold — hover stability without GPS indoors.
What's in this kit
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