Post-apocalyptic cyberdeck

This hand-built cyberdeck is designed as a durable, compact and fully functional mobile system inspired by post-apocalyptic aesthetics.

Description

💾 The heart of the cyberdeck is the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B (4GB), supplemented with a 120GB SSD. Power is provided by three 10Ah Li-Pol batteries.
🖥 The main control is via a 7" IPS touch screen, a built-in compact keyboard and a clear control panel.
⚡ The cyberdeck is equipped with a number of inputs and outputs for expansion, including sockets for a regulated power supply and a universal I/O port with support for I2C, 1-Wire and other interfaces.
📊 Voltage, current and temperature monitoring is provided by an Arduino connected to a TFT display, which also controls the fans for optimal cooling.
🚀 The goal is to create a highly durable and functional device that can handle extreme conditions and allow work even in the field. The design and wiring are adjusted as you go, but the basic concept is clear - an indestructible cyberdeck with long durability and wide connection options.

Components

1 × Arduino mega

1 × Raspberry Pi 4 4GB main CPU

1 × TFT LCD 4" 480x320, SPI LCD for Arduino

1 × IPS LCD 7" 1024x600, HDMI, touch LCD for RPi

1 × Waterproof plastic case with foam padding (M) - TC320084 Tactix BOX

Project Logs

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Connection
Michal • 03/04/2025 at 04:16 • 0 comments

For external connections, these waterproof connectors are used. From left: USB-C, RJ45, 9pin I/O, 4pin for charging.
CPU
Michal • 02/27/2025 at 06:11 • 0 comments

The heart of the entire cyberdeck is the RPi4 with a massive passive heatsink, complete with a fan. The fan is switched on and off by the RPi itself based on temperature using a GPIO pin and a simple transistor switch.
Power management
Michal • 02/26/2025 at 03:46 • 0 comments

The main DC converter that generates 5.3V from the battery voltage to power most components. A voltage divider for monitoring battery voltage and an ACS712 module for current measurement are connected to the input.
More photos from the construction
Michal • 02/22/2025 at 06:27 • 0 comments

Layout of components in the lid. LCD for RPi, TFT LCD for Arduino and oscilloscope. In the upper right corner is the GPS receiver.
Battery management
Michal • 02/15/2025 at 06:08 • 0 comments

Assembled battery with BMS. The components are glued with 3M VHB double-sided tape, which also provides a gap for ventilation.
First photo from the construction
Michal • 02/15/2025 at 05:03 • 0 comments