Research Lab Kit 9 Distributed IoT Network
Build a Distributed IoT Sensor Mesh with ESP32 and Raspberry Pi 5
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
This advanced kit empowers you to deploy a real-world distributed sensor network: five ESP32 nodes collect temperature and humidity data via DHT22 sensors, form a self-healing mesh using ESP-Mesh protocol, and publish readings to a Mosquitto MQTT broker running on a Raspberry Pi 5 server with NVMe storage. Whether you are prototyping for a final-year B.Tech project, conducting postgraduate IoT research, or setting up a lab demonstration at an engineering college, every component and software layer has been tested as a unified system.
What You'll Build
A fully functional edge-IoT system where 5 ESP32 nodes discover each other, route data through the mesh, and send sensor JSON payloads to a central Raspberry Pi 5 MQTT broker. The Pi persists every reading on a high-speed NVMe SSD, so you can analyse trends, build dashboards, or integrate with cloud platforms. The network self-heals if a node goes offline — exactly what modern industrial sensor grids demand.
What You'll Learn
- Configure ESP-Mesh with auto-healing, tree routing, and parent selection on ESP-IDF
- Set up a secure Mosquitto MQTT broker as a systemd service on Raspberry Pi 5
- Integrate DHT22 sensors, read data with ESP32, and publish structured JSON payloads
- Store and query sensor data with Python scripts and an NVMe SSD for high-frequency logging
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| ESP32 Dev Board | 5 |
| Raspberry Pi 5 4GB | 1 |
| DHT22 Temperature-Humidity Sensor | 5 |
| NVMe SSD 128GB | 1 |
| Pi 5 M.2 HAT+ | 1 |
| USB-C Power Supply | 1 |
| MicroUSB Cable | 5 |
| Male-to-Male Jumper Wires | 30 |
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
Engineered for B.Tech ECE/EEE students preparing final-year submissions, M.Tech IoT candidates running experimental testbeds, and teams competing in Smart India Hackathon with sensor-mesh themes. Lab instructors at IITs, NITs, VIT, BITS Pilani, and affiliated colleges can adopt this kit for reproducible advanced networking labs, eliminating the chaos of cross- sourcing parts and incompatible firmware.
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 offers real-time troubleshooting, and you can WhatsApp our support team for direct assistance — both are included with the kit.
Can I use this kit for a Smart India Hackathon project?
Yes, the mesh network and MQTT stack align perfectly with SIH themes around IoT, smart cities, and environmental monitoring.
Does the kit include pre-programmed firmware?
No, you will write and flash the ESP-IDF code yourself; the AI companion guides you through the complete coding, from setting up the toolchain to deploying the mesh.
Can I add more than five nodes later?
Absolutely, ESP-Mesh supports up to 1000 nodes. You can buy extra ESP32 boards and DHT22 sensors from Compoden to scale your network.
5 ESP32 nodes form a mesh network using ESP-Mesh — publish sensor data to MQTT broker on Raspberry Pi 5 server.
What's in this kit
- ESP32 Dev Board x5
- Raspberry Pi 5 4GB
- DHT22 x5
- NVMe SSD 128GB
- Pi 5 M.2 HAT+
- USB-C PSU
- MicroUSB Cable x5
- M-M Wires x30
Ask Soldr above what you can build with this — it knows every Compoden kit this part appears in.
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