We are looking for someone to help put together a prototype device. I basicly know which components are needed but have no idea on putting them together. Someday I'll get around to taking some electronics studies.
First...if I've posted this in the wrong newsgroup...sorry...please let me know of a more appropriate one.
The device goes like this:
1) Two thermal couple sensors are used as input 2) A microprocessor takes the analog input and converts to digital data 3) Bluetooth component sends data to bluetooth equipped PC for all processing and display. 4) Power comes from either 9v battery or better yet a rechargeable battery such as in a cordless phone.That's it in a nutshell. The device just needs to pass the data to a regular PC...it doesn't have to do any of the heavy lifting.
I've found a bunch of Thermo Couples (need to do more research to target a specific one in terms of sensitivity). I've found a few bluetooth stack components and PC dongles to make up the serial connection.
I'm a bit stuck on the Microprocessor component although I've found quite a few promising candidates. I'm just not sure about processing power and UART connections.
I'd like the final device to be the size and feel of your run of the mill cordless phone. I can take care of the housing...just need help with the electronics to put into it.
I have a real good idea on the component cost, now I need a good idea on having someone put it together.
If you are interested, email me at chrisATcsmediapro.com
We are a small, self-funded startup but will come up with the cash for someone similar or someone doing moonlighting work.
Look forward to feedback.