Temperature and Humidity Sensor Design
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nets {
net USB_DP = J1:DP1, J1:DP2, D1:1, D1:6;
net ESP_EN = U3:EN, R5:P2, C10:P1;
net GND = C3:P2, U3 GND - U3 GND:GND, U3:41, U3:50, U3:49_3, U3:11, U3:38, U3:40, U3:37, U3:39, U3:46, U3:51, U3:49_7, U3:52, J1 SHIELD - D1 GND:GND, U3:1, U3:49_8, U3:2, U3:49_9, U3:48, U1 SHDN_N - IC1 EP:GND, IC1:EP, J1 GND_A - J1 GND_B:GND, J1:GND_A, U3:49_1, U1:PAD, R1:P2, R7 P2 - R9 P2:GND, R7:P2, U3:14, J1:SH4, J1:SH2, J1:SH1, J1:SH3, C12:P2, C8:P2, C13:P2, C2:P2, R2:P2, C5:P2, C1:P2, C10:P2, R9:P2, U3:42, U3:43, U3:44, U3:49_5, U3:47, R11:P2, C9:P2, U3:36, IC1:VSS, U1:SHDN_N, U1:MODE, J1:GND_B, U3:49_6, U1:PGTH, U3:49_4, U3:49_2, U2:GND, U3:45, C6:P2, U3:53, C4:P2, U1:GND, C7:P2, D1:GND;
net 3V3 = IC1:VDD, C13:P1, D2:K, C9:P1, L1:P2, C7:P1, C5:P1, R3:P1, C12:P1, C6:P1, C4:P1, U2:FB, D2:A, R4:P1, R5:P1, U3:3V3, R6:P1;
net VBUS_5V = J1:VBUS_A, J1:VBUS_B, C1:P1, D1:VBUS, U1:1, U1:2, Q1:D;
net CC2 = J1:CC2, R2:P1;
net CC1 = J1:CC1, R1:P1;
net BOOT_STRAP = R6:P2, U3:IO9;
net I2C_SCL = U3:IO10, R4:P2, IC1:SCL;
net USB_DN = J1:DN1, J1:DN2, D1:3, D1:4;
net I2C_SDA = R3:P2, U3:IO8, IC1:SDA;
}
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Work done
- Completed the protected USB-C sensor-node schematic around J1, U1, U2, U3, and IC1.
- Added connector-side ESD protection with D1, the external blocking FET Q1, buck bootstrap parts D2 and C11, TPS26630 threshold/programming resistors R7 through R11, and added local decoupling including C12 and C13.
- Wired the full power tree and interfaces: USB-C CC pull-downs R1/R2, protected 5 V path, 3.3 V buck rail, ESP32 enable/boot straps with R5, R6, C10, and the I2C sensor bus with R3 and R4.
- Updated the permanent requirements and architecture record in Project Specification.
Success criteria review
- ✅ USB-C 5 V input is integrated with CC termination, front-end ESD, and a TPS26630 protection stage covering reverse-blocking behavior, OVP, UVLO, and OCP programming.
- ✅ The system includes a digital temperature/relative-humidity sensor via IC1 on I2C to the Wi-Fi + BLE MCU U3.
- ✅ The schematic is fully interconnected with named power and interface nets and is ready to move into PCB layout work.
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Project Specification
Design Summary
Status: Draft
Manufacturing target: Prototype
Software / firmware: TBD
Scope
Purpose
Design a low-power consumer environmental sensor node powered from USB-C 5 V. The board measures temperature and relative humidity with a digital sensor and reports data wirelessly over 2.4 GHz 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi and BLE 5 using an ESP32-C3 module.
In scope
- USB-C sink power entry with 5.1 kΩ CC pull-downs
- Front-end protection covering reverse input behavior, over-voltage, under-voltage lockout, and over-current limiting
- Efficient 5 V to 3.3 V regulation for radio current bursts
- ESP32-C3-MINI-1-N4 Wi-Fi and BLE MCU module
- SHT41 digital temperature and humidity sensor on I2C
- Schematic capture, net labeling, and readiness for PCB layout
Out of scope
- USB Power Delivery voltage negotiation above 5 V
- Battery charging or backup battery operation
- Enclosure-specific mechanical features
- Production test fixture definition
System context
This board is a self-contained wireless sensor node intended to run from common USB-C 5 V sources. It accepts USB-C input power, protects the incoming rail with an industrial-style eFuse front end, regulates to 3.3 V, powers an ESP32-C3 wireless MCU and an SHT41 sensor, and exposes UART0 for firmware bring-up.
Key interfaces
- Power input: USB-C receptacle, sink-only 5 V
- Main comms interfaces: Wi-Fi, BLE, I2C between MCU and sensor
- Debug/programming: ESP32-C3 UART0 and boot/reset support
- Critical external devices: USB-C source, on-board SHT41 sensor
Block diagram
Diagram
Requirements
Functional
- The board shall accept power from a USB-C source as a sink-only device.
- The board shall measure temperature and relative humidity using a digital sensor.
- The board shall communicate over Wi-Fi and BLE using an ultra-low-power integrated MCU module.
- The board shall include a complete schematic suitable for transition to PCB layout.
Electrical
- Input power: USB-C VBUS nominal 5 V
- Source capability accommodation: 0.5 A to 3 A USB-C sources
- USB-C configuration: CC1 and CC2 each terminated with 5.1 kΩ to ground
- Front-end protection: reverse blocking behavior, OVP, UVLO, and OCP on the 5 V input path
- Main regulated rail: 3.3 V generated from protected 5 V input
- Sensor interface: I2C with pull-ups to 3.3 V
- MCU connectivity: 2.4 GHz 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi and BLE 5.x
Mechanical / environmental
- Compact consumer sensor-node form factor
- RF layout must preserve module antenna keepout at PCB stage
- Operating environment: indoor consumer use unless revised later
Key constraints
- USB-C sink operation must be standards-compliant at the CC pins
- External-facing USB connector must include ESD protection close to the receptacle
- ESP32 module boot strapping must guarantee normal boot by default
- Power architecture must handle Wi-Fi TX burst current without rail collapse
- The design should prefer readily available library parts and simple manufacturable footprints
Dependencies and risks
Dependencies
- ESP32-C3 firmware for sensor acquisition and wireless reporting
- PCB placement to enforce RF antenna edge keepout
- Final regulator and protection threshold verification against datasheets
Key risks
- Incorrect USB-C front-end wiring could prevent source power-up
- Insufficient 3.3 V transient support could cause ESP32 brownout during radio bursts
- Boot strap or EN wiring errors could prevent programming and normal boot
- Poor RF placement could degrade Wi-Fi and BLE performance
Validation
Success criteria
- USB-C 5 V input is correctly integrated with reverse, OVP, UVLO, and OCP front-end protection
- ESP32-C3 module and SHT41 sensor are connected on a complete schematic
- The 3.3 V rail architecture supports the low-power wireless sensor node use case
- The schematic is complete enough to proceed into PCB layout and placement
Planned checks
- Schematic connectivity review for all power, ground, and interface nets
- Datasheet spot-check of protection, regulator, MCU, and sensor support circuitry
- ERC review after schematic wiring completion
- PCB-stage review for antenna keepout, decoupling placement, and VBUS current path width
Release-facing notes
Expected deliverables
- Schematic
- PCB layout
- BOM
- Manufacturing package
- Bring-up / test notes
Special release notes
- USB-C design is sink-only and expects 5 V operation without PD negotiation
- TPS26630 front-end is intended to provide programmable protection thresholds
- ESP32 module antenna region must remain free of copper and metal during layout
- USB connector-side ESD protection should be placed immediately adjacent to the receptacle in layout
Change notes / open questions
Changes in this revision
- Selected ESP32-C3-MINI-1-N4 as the wireless MCU module
- Selected SHT41A-AD1B-R2 as the digital temperature and humidity sensor
- Selected TPS26630 as the primary protected 5 V front end
- Selected AP63203WU-7 as the 3.3 V buck regulator
Open questions
- Final TPS26630 threshold resistor values still need to be fixed in schematic properties
- Final debug connector choice is still open if an external header is desired
- PCB size and stackup will be chosen during layout setup
Design Summary
Scope
System context
Requirements
Functional
Electrical
Mechanical / environmental
Key constraints
Dependencies and risks
Validation
Release-facing notes
Change notes / open questions
