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Dive into the exciting world of electronics and programming with "Arduino Workshop"! This hands-on guide is perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, offering a practical approach to learning Arduino and building innovative projects.
A quick scan through this book will show you that you can use the Arduino to do something as simple as blinking a small light, or even something more complicated, such as interacting with a cellular phone—and many different things in between.
For example, have a look at Philip Lindsay’s device. It can receive text messages from cellular phones and display them on a large sign for use in dance halls. This device uses an Arduino board and a cellular phone shield to receive text messages from other phones. The text message is sent to a pair of large, inexpensive dot-matrix displays for everyone to see.
How about creating a unique marriage proposal? Tyler Cooper wanted an original way to propose to his girlfriend, so he built what he calls a “reverse geocache box”—a small box that contained an engagement ring. When the box was taken to a certain area (measured by the internal GPS), it unlocked to reveal a romantic message and the ring. You can easily reproduce this device using an Arduino board, a GPS receiver, and an LCD module, with a small servo motor that acts as a latch to keep the box closed until it’s in the correct location. The code required to create this is quite simple—something you could create in a few hours. The most time-consuming part is choosing the appropriate box in which to enclose the system.
Here’s another example. Kurt Schulz was interested in monitoring the battery charge level of his moped. However, after realizing how simple it is to work with Arduino, his project morphed into what he calls the “Scooterputer”: a complete moped management system. The Scooterputer can measure the battery voltage, plus it can display the speed, distance traveled, tilt angle, temperature, time, date, GPS position, and more. It also contains a cellular phone shield that can be controlled remotely, allowing remote tracking of the moped and engine shutdown in case it’s stolen. The entire system can be controlled with a small touchscreen.
What you'll find in this book:
Introduction to Arduino: Start with the basics, understanding what Arduino is and how it works, including an overview of hardware and software components.
Step-by-Step Projects: Explore a variety of engaging projects that teach you how to use sensors, actuators, and other components to create interactive systems.
Hands-On Learning: Each chapter includes hands-on exercises that reinforce key concepts, ensuring you gain practical experience as you learn.
Programming Essentials: Learn the fundamentals of Arduino programming, including syntax, functions, and libraries, with clear explanations and examples.
Troubleshooting Tips: Navigate common challenges with troubleshooting advice to help you overcome obstacles and improve your problem-solving skills.
Creativity and Innovation: Discover how to apply your knowledge to create your own unique projects, from simple gadgets to more complex systems.
With easy-to-follow instructions and plenty of illustrations, "Arduino Workshop" is your essential guide to mastering Arduino and unleashing your creativity. Whether you're a hobbyist, educator, or aspiring engineer, this book will inspire you to explore the limitless possibilities of technology.
Contents:
Getting Started
Exploring the Arduino Board and the IDE
First Steps
Building Blocks
Working with Functions
Numbers, Variables, and Arithmetic
Liquid Crystal Displays
Expanding Your Arduino
Numeric Keypads
Accepting User Input with Touchscreens
Meet the Arduino Family
Motors and Movement
Using GPS with Your Arduino
Wireless Data
Infrared Remote Control
Reading RFID Tags
Data Buses
Real-time Clocks
The Internet
Cellular Communications
Index