ryasco, Muleskinner, thanks for your comments!
ryasco, I appreciate your comment especially for the reason you are not a tech person.
GrowDirector was designed for people who has no tech background and do not wish to start configuring or programming industrial controllers for growing needs. It’s completely GUI driven (menus, icons, touch screen).
The device enclosure is made of aluminium and 3D printed plastic parts (for prototyping), it feels stiff and rigid.
Well, if it falls on rocks, I think it’ll break, but in real life, the device is very stable due to it’s triangular geometry (the center of mass is low).
The size is dictated by a screen size (7’’). Cab be smaller, but then there is not enough space for 3 outlets, so this is kind of a compromise.
The enclosure is sealed and if you spill a few drops on it - it won’t harm anything. However, there are built-in power outlets, so water is not good. Probably, I should consider making water-proof outlets (and I will), thank you for the remark.
Muleskinner, the device is running on Android OS and utilizes many of Android features (Calendars, widgets, communication etc.). Are you using any kind of controller/monitor in your set up?