Pi 5 Structural Health IoT Monitor
Real-Time Structural Health Monitoring with the Raspberry Pi 5 IoT Kit
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Imagine a bridge, high-rise, or civil structure that talks to you about its health. This kit lets you deploy four MEMS accelerometer nodes at strategic points, stream vibration data in real time, and run modal analysis on a Raspberry Pi 5 — pinpointing structural anomalies long before they become hazards. Perfect for B.Tech civil, ECE, and instrumentation projects, the Smart India Hackathon, or ATL tinkering labs exploring real-world IoT monitoring.
What You'll Build
You'll assemble four ADXL355 accelerometer nodes on ESP32, wire them to a central Raspberry Pi 5 running an M.2 NVMe SSD for high-speed data logging. The system continuously captures vibration signatures and performs Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) to extract natural frequencies. When structural stiffness changes, the software flags it — providing an early-warning dashboard you can view on any device.
What You'll Learn
- Configuring MEMS accelerometers (ADXL355) with SPI and I2C on ESP32.
- Real-time data streaming over WiFi using MQTT protocol.
- Modal analysis: FFT, natural frequency extraction, and structural damping estimation.
- Setting up a Pi 5 with NVMe SSD for high-throughput sensor data logging.
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Raspberry Pi 5 4GB | 1 |
| ADXL355 | 4 |
| ESP32 Dev Board | 2 |
| NVMe SSD 256GB | 1 |
| Pi 5 M.2 HAT+ | 1 |
| USB-C PSU | 1 |
| MicroUSB Cable | 2 |
| M-M Wires | 25 |
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
If you are a B.Tech civil, ECE, or instrumentation student preparing your final-year project or Smart India Hackathon prototype, this kit accelerates you past parts scavenging. ATL tinkering labs and CBSE Class 11-12 students with basic Python can use the guided AI companion to deploy structural health monitoring on actual scale models. IIT/NIT/VIT/BITS research scholars gain a ready-to-instrument platform for vibration-based damage detection studies.
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?
Our AI companion (QR code on the box) can answer specific wiring, code, and debugging questions. For deeper issues, drop a WhatsApp message to our support team — they respond within 24 hours.
Can I use this kit for a real bridge or building?
The ADXL355 has µg-level resolution suitable for structural monitoring; however, permanent installations require environmental hardening. This kit is designed for educational scale models and prototype development — it demonstrates the core principles used in professional SHM systems.
Do I need prior experience with modal analysis?
Intermediate builders comfortable with Python and basic circuits can follow our guided project code. The AI companion explains each step, including FFT and natural frequency identification, so you learn as you build.
What software does the kit run?
We provide Python scripts for ESP32 data acquisition (MicroPython) and Pi 5 processing (Python with NumPy, SciPy, and MQTT). You'll also receive a pre-built OS image for the NVMe SSD to save setup time.
MEMS accelerometers at 4 bridge or building points stream vibration to Pi 5 — modal analysis detects structural change.
What's in this kit
- Raspberry Pi 5 4GB
- ADXL355 x4
- ESP32 Dev Board x2
- NVMe SSD 256GB
- Pi 5 M.2 HAT+
- USB-C PSU
- MicroUSB Cable x2
- M-M Wires x25
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