panpancoucou is a network of automated stations that scan the sky 24/7. Each station detects, records and automatically identifies aerial objects (aircraft, satellites, ISS) to isolate truly unexplained phenomena.
Why multiple stations?
▸A single camera sees a dot of light. Two cameras can triangulate altitude, distance and true speed of an object.
▸An artefact (insect, reflection) only appears on one station. A real object shows up on several. More stations = fewer false positives.
What you need
✓A garden or rooftop with a clear view to the south
✓A WiFi connection (DSL or fibre, speed doesn't matter)
✓An outdoor power outlet
✓Hardware budget: ~€175–200 (WiFi camera + mini-computer)
Coverage area
For now, the network is being deployed in:
•Tarn and northern Toulouse
•Southern Aveyron (Rodez area)
I travel to install and configure each station. No specialist knowledge required!
Frequently asked questions
The full kit costs ~€175–200: a Raspberry Pi 4 mini-computer (€65–75), a weatherproof WiFi Reolink camera (€55–65), an endurance SD card (€18–22), power supply + case (~€25), and an outdoor extension cord if needed (€10–15). A budget option at ~€130 is also available.
I come to your place with pre-configured hardware. We mount the camera (2 screws under a soffit or on a wall) and plug in the mini-computer inside. About 1.5 hours total. No wall drilling or cable pulling needed — everything runs over WiFi.
Yes. Filming the sky from your own property is perfectly legal. The camera points up at the sky, not at the neighbours.
No. Video processing is done locally. Only short clips of detected events are sent to the server: less than 100 MB per night. Any DSL or fibre connection is more than enough.
No. The system runs autonomously 24/7. Updates are done remotely. If it crashes, it restarts on its own.
The camera is weatherproof (IP67), built for outdoor use. A quick wipe of the lens every 2–3 months is enough, especially if it’s exposed (pollen, dust). Under a soffit, it’s virtually zero maintenance.
Just unplug it. It’s your hardware, at your home. Zero commitment. The RPi and camera remain useful for other purposes.
None at all. Passive camera, silent mini-computer case. No fan.
Project in testing phase
The network is still being fine-tuned. The first pilot installations need to be validated in the field before expanding deployment. Sign up to be contacted when the system is ready — no fixed timeline for now.
Interested?
Leave your email and I'll get back to you. No commitment.
This project is self-funded.
If you'd like to help cover costs (hardware, travel, storage):