The overengineered Solution to my Pigeon Problem
20 days ago
- #Tech Hacks
- #Pigeon Deterrent
- #DIY
- Author built a WiFi-equipped water gun to deter pigeons from their balcony.
- Used an old iPhone as a camera with OpenCV for motion detection.
- Implemented a Python script to analyze images and trigger the water gun.
- Overcame WiFi limitations by using a Go program as a network reflector.
- Initial solutions like plastic crows and ultrasonic sounds were ineffective.
- The water gun was controlled via a Wemos D1 Mini with a relay shield.
- Pigeons initially avoided the balcony but later adapted to the setup.
- Project highlights DIY problem-solving with available tech and humor.