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Introduction to PIR sensors PIR sensors consist of a pyroelectric sensor, which is a material that generates an electric charge when exposed to heat. The sensor has two slots that are sensitive to infrared radiation. A Fresnel lens or a mirror is used to focus the infrared radiation onto the slots. When the sensor is … Read more
Introduction to Decade Counter CD 4017 CD 4017 decade counter is an IC that can count from 0 to 9 in binary code. It has 10 output pins, each corresponding to a digit from 0 to 9. The output pins change state sequentially as the counter receives clock pulses from an external source. A decade … Read more
Introduction to MQ2 gas sensors MQ2 gas sensors are compact and versatile electronic devices designed to detect various types of gases in the surrounding environment. These sensors belong to the MQ series, which is a line of gas sensors widely used for applications in safety, industrial processes, and environmental monitoring. MQ2 gas sensors, in particular, … Read more
Introduction to infrared(IR) receivers and remote Most advanced systems depend on wireless communication via Infrared(IR) receivers and remote, and Arduino is one of the most common platforms for innovators to explore wireless systems. Infrared(IR) receivers and remotes serve as a gateway to seamless wireless control and interaction. These components offer a user-friendly approach to designing … Read more
Introduction to soil moisture sensors Soil moisture sensors are innovative devices designed to measure the amount of moisture present in the soil. They play a crucial role in modern agriculture, environmental monitoring, and landscaping by providing valuable data to optimize irrigation practices, enhance crop yields, and conserve water resources. These sensors employ various technologies to … Read more
Introduction to liquid crystal display Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs) are used to enhance electronic projects by providing a visual interface for data presentation and interaction. They allow users to display information, messages, and sensor readings in a user-friendly format. When integrated into Arduino projects, Liquid crystal displays (LCD) help in the visualization of real-time data … Read more
Introduction to ultrasonic sensors Ultrasonic sensors are electronic devices that utilize sound waves to detect and measure distances or objects. These sensors work on the principle of emitting ultrasonic waves and measuring the time it takes for these waves to bounce back after hitting an object. The sound is inaudible to human hearing. The time … Read more
Introduction to servo motors Servo motors are electromechanical devices that are used to achieve precise control over the position, speed, and acceleration of a mechanical system. The control mechanism used by the motor is the pulse width modulation. They are commonly used in robotics, manufacturing machinery, automation equipment, and other sectors and applications that demand … Read more
Introduction to arduino IDE software Arduino IDE software is an IDE that is used as a coding environment for an arduino board. In a previous post, we focused more on the physical component and how to use the board in a circuit. The arduino IDE software serves as a development environment where all the code … Read more
Introduction to Arduino Arduino is one of the most popular microcontroller ICs for electronic projects. It is an open-source, programmable electronic component. It is made of a physical hardware that can be programmed and a software referred to as Arduino software (which is an IDE) that is installed on a computer to program the physical … Read more
