> I'm thinking we need to make a generic expandable water proof (or at > least harsh conditions proof) case for the FR. > > For rapid prototyping, the very best interface would be USB. Future > applications might tie in at a more intimate level. At least for the > sensors mentioned so far the data rate is slow enough that our USB could > easily handle it. > > I'm envisioning something that looks like a Pelican case, one of the > smaller ones, with the guts of a FreeRunner and room for additional > hardware, perhaps an Arduino board, extra sensors, and an extra battery, > but still handheld. > > Some Pelican cases have a clear cover. > > I've wondered if there exist waterproof button activators that transmit > force via a magnet, like magnetic stirrers or pumps, so that there is no > hole in the case, no gaskets, and no place to leak (assuming the > original case is waterproof in the first place). Anyone know of such a > thing? > > I would have though the marine industry would have had prior need for water/salt resistant cases and switches, that's where I would look.
I know Jaycar [1] in Australia do have some project boxes which have a screw on lid, with a rubber seal. I used one for a weather project, worked fine. [1] http://www.jaycar.com.au _______________________________________________ Openmoko community mailing list community@lists.openmoko.org http://lists.openmoko.org/mailman/listinfo/community