From Maker to Market - Design: Developing Circuit Playground - Part 4
Explore Circuit Playground's design process: from concept to PCB layout, component selection, and prototype fabrication. Learn practical insights for developing your own electronic projects.
Introducing Groov RIO
Explore groov RIO: Intelligent, multi-signal Ethernet I/O for IIoT. Learn configuration, integration, security, and programming of this versatile, PoE-powered device for industrial automation applications.
Wind Farm Leverages IIOT to Respond to Dynamic Energy Pricing
Explore how wind farms use Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) to optimize energy production and respond to dynamic pricing, enhancing efficiency and profitability.
Reliable Data Transmission
Explore reliable data transmission techniques using Arduino, breadboards, and LCD panels. Learn about error detection, programming, and hardware setup for effective communication systems.
Create a Wi-Fi Extender with a $3 ESP8266
Extend Wi-Fi range using a $3 ESP8266 microcontroller. Learn to modify Arduino examples for custom access points and explore two network extension methods.
MAX7219 FC-16 64x8 Dot Matrix Display System with Blynk IoT, NodeMCU ESP8266 and Parola - Tutorial
Learn to build and program a 64x8 dot matrix display system using NodeMCU ESP8266, integrating it with Blynk IoT for remote control and monitoring via smartphone and web dashboard.
Flashing Tools to the ESP8266 with Only a Browser
Learn to upload hacking projects to ESP8266 microcontrollers using only a browser, making it easy for beginners to load binaries onto devices like the WiFi Nugget without command-line knowledge.
Raspberry Pi - Using GPIO Pins for PWM to Simulate Analog Output
Learn to simulate analog output using Pulse Width Modulation on Raspberry Pi GPIO pins. Control LED brightness and explore PWM signals with hands-on demonstrations and practical examples.
Axis IMU - Determine Tilt From 3-Axis Accelerometer
Learn to approximate pitch and roll using a 3-axis accelerometer in this hands-on tutorial. Explore practical applications, limitations, and implementation techniques for tilt measurement in Arduino projects.
Driving DC Motors with Microcontrollers
Learn to control DC motors using various driver modules and Arduino. Explore hookup methods, coding techniques, and practical demonstrations for both small and large motors.
Measuring Air Quality with ESP32 and Arduino
Learn to build an air quality monitoring system using ESP32 or Arduino. Explore various sensors, their applications, and create a multi-sensor platform for comprehensive environmental monitoring.
Round LCD with ESP32 & Arduino
Explore using GC9A01 circular LCD modules with Arduino and ESP32. Learn specifications, wiring, and programming for instrumentation, metering, and animated projects like robotic eyes.
Seeeduino XIAO - 32-Bit Arduino-Compatible Microcontroller
Explore the Seeeduino XIAO: a tiny, powerful 32-bit microcontroller compatible with Arduino and CircuitPython. Learn setup, programming, and practical applications for this versatile and affordable device.
Solving I2C Address Conflicts - TCA9548A I2C Multiplexer
Learn to resolve I2C address conflicts using the TCA9548A multiplexer. Implement multiple I2C buses for Arduino projects, enabling use of identical sensors or displays with fixed addresses.
TB6612FNG H-Bridge Motor Controller - Better Than L298N?
Explore the TB6612FNG MOSFET-based H-Bridge Motor Controller, its advantages over L298N, and practical applications in Arduino projects and robotics.
Control a Stepper Motor with Hall Effect Switches
Learn to use Hall Effect switches for stepper motor control, including limit switches and homing sensors. Hands-on experiments and Arduino coding included.
Getting Started with LIDAR
Explore LIDAR technology with Arduino: learn about TF Mini for distance measurement and RPLIDAR for 360-degree scanning, perfect for robotics enthusiasts and makers.
Building the DFRobot 5 DOF Robot Arm
Assemble and control a 5 DOF Robot Arm kit using Arduino. Learn about power supply, degrees of freedom, servo motors, and coding for robotic arm manipulation in this hands-on tutorial.
HC-SR501 PIR Motion Detector - With Arduino and Raspberry Pi
Comprehensive guide to using HC-SR501 PIR motion sensors with Arduino and Raspberry Pi, covering setup, functionality, and practical projects like intruder detection and nightlights.
Building the MeArm Robotic Arm
Comprehensive guide to assembling the MeArm robotic arm, including servo calibration, step-by-step construction, and Arduino control. Highlights common errors and provides practical tips for successful assembly.
Water Your Garden with IoT - Soil Moisture Sensors
Create an automated plant watering system using soil moisture sensors, microcontrollers, and Arduino IoT Cloud. Learn to calibrate sensors and build a moisture meter with Raspberry Pi Pico.