Prusa SL1 - Magnetic Pi WiFi Camera

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My Prusa SL1 resin printer sits quietly in the basement, a constant presence waiting for me to check if its latest print still clings stubbornly to the buildplate. I've devised a solution that eliminates the need for hourly descents into the darkness. A tiny camera, constructed from readily available components, now keeps watch over my printer's progress. To create this miniature surveillance system, you'll require: - A Raspberry Pi Zero W with micro SD card - Kuman Camera Module connected via ribbon cable - Four strong Magnets measuring 20mm x 2mm in diameter - Micro USB Power cable bent at a 90-degree angle - Electrical tape (the sticky rubber variety) - Super glue and Hot glue Assembly begins after printing the two cases. Secure the Magnets with super glue, ensuring they face one another and attract strongly. Next, attach the circuit boards and lids to their respective cases using hot glue. Hardware Installation: The camera is placed inside the orange glass, while the Raspberry Pi resides outside, all without marring the printer's surface (no holes or screws necessary). The two shells are drawn together by the four Magnets, while a thin layer of Electrical tape on the glass-facing sides increases friction. The ribbon cable connecting the Pi to the Camera is slender and keeps the seal intact. Adjust the camera focus by rotating the lens on its front face. Software Installation: Octoprint has been installed on the Raspberry Pi Zero W. Although it's not connected to the printer, this setup provides a convenient WiFi access point and live video feed from the camera.