Arduino Projects: A Practical Guide to Hardware and Software

Chapter 1: Getting Started with Hardware and Software

This chapter offers a quick start to using Arduino, including:

• An initial function test.
• Programming the Arduino.
• Understanding basic electronic components like resistors.
• Using jumper cables for connections.
• Working with Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs).
• Operating the Arduino with battery power.

Chapter 2: Bringing Arduino to Life - Projects for Beginners

Dive into practical projects that demonstrate Arduino's capabilities:

• Alarm system simulator.
• SOS emergency signals.
• Mood lighting with multicolor LEDs.
• Controlling devices with buttons.
• Inputting data using a keyboard.
• Generating various audio signals.
• Expanding port pins with a shift register.
• Binary counters.
• Creating a running light for model aircraft.
• Serial data output.
• Measuring voltage with an LED bar graph.
• Creating flashing smileys and icons.
• Using an LED matrix as a mini-display.
• Controlling a light point with a joystick.

Chapter 3: Display Technology

Explore different display technologies compatible with Arduino:

• Using an LCD display with Arduino.
• Creating highly visible flashing display modules as warning signals.
• Controlling 7-segment displays.
• Developing pin-saving counters.
• Utilizing the versatile 4x7-segment display module.
• Building a counter for more than just numbers.
• Working with the SevenSeg library.
• Creating a digital clock.
• Displaying numbers, characters, and icons with 8x8 dot-matrix displays.
• Creating a moving light effect.

Chapter 4: Environmental Data Acquisition

Learn to measure environmental parameters:

• Preventing mold with precise humidity measurements using a hygrometer.
• Building a weather station with an LCD display.
• Ensuring adequate workplace lighting with a digital lux meter.

Chapter 5: Sensor Technology

Discover various sensor applications:

• Flame detectors.
• Alarm systems with tilt sensors.
• Precise temperature measurement with the LM35 temperature sensor.
• Exploring low-temperature sensor applications.
• Measuring sound levels with a sound sensor.
• Creating a remote control without a transmitter using an intelligent clap switch.
• Detecting rain or sunshine with a liquid sensor.
• Implementing a rain alarm.

Chapter 6: Controlling Motors and Servos

Master the control of motors and servos:

• Stepper motors and motor driver modules.
• Understanding step-by-step motor control.
• Building a demo platform for jewelry or model cars.
• Motor control using a joystick.
• Servos as universal actuators.
• Controlling motor power with servos.
• Utilizing the servo library.
• Precise servo control.

Chapter 7: Wireless Control - No More Cable Mess

Embrace wireless control solutions:

• Convenient remote control with an IR receiver.
• Controlling LEDs remotely.
• Reading data wirelessly with an RFID module.
• Contactless access control.
• Using RFID tags as data carriers.

Chapter 8: Projects for Advanced Users

Tackle more complex Arduino projects:

• Always having the correct time with an RTC module.
• Digital clocks and timers as precise timekeepers.
• Implementing Conway's Game of Life.
• Creating a "Hello Matrix" display.
• Building live tickers and scrolling displays.
• Controlling larger loads with a relay module.
• Remote control for halogen lamps.
• Access control with a keypad.

Chapter 9: Arduino Programming Fundamentals

Learn the core principles of Arduino programming.

Chapter 10: Using Libraries

Understand how to effectively use libraries to expand Arduino's functionality.

Chapter 11: Troubleshooting

Find solutions to common Arduino problems.

Chapter 12: Components and Modules

An overview of essential components and modules for Arduino projects.

Chapter 13: Sources

Information on where to find components and resources.

Chapter 14: Literature

Recommended reading for further learning.

Chapter 15: Figure Index

An index of all figures used in the document.