Sunflower

Like a sunflower, this project stretches its bloom (solar panel) towards the sun. A laser-cut wooden frame with a bit of technology and you have a project that will excite not just children. The model can be found on the „quick“ Ali-Express under the term "Arduino Intelligent Solar Tracking" for around €25-50. After a quick search on the internet, I found...

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Pan Tilt with joystick

I had a joystick, an Arduino, and a pan-tilt unit lying around, and I thought I could combine them. See what came of it. Facts This is what I needed: Analogue joystick with two axes Ardurino Uno or similar Pan-tilt with two servo motors Motor control board V1 (practical but not necessary) A few pin header cables Socket...

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OpenSmart Wireless Joystick

I needed a remote control and found this interesting board with a receiver for under £5. Let's see what it can do. Facts Joystick board Description Value Operating voltage 3V – 5.3V Operating current 42mA (max) Controller ATmega8A Onboard transmitter RF 315 / 433 MHz Transfer rate 2000bps Range at 5v up to 150m Battery socket 2.54mm pitch Receiver module RF…

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RC car with PS2 controller

A new kit from AliExpress has prompted me to build a remote-controlled vehicle. The kit consists of an Arduino, an expansion board, and a PS2 controller with receiver. Components The chassis of the vehicle is formed by a kit from AliExpress LINK. This kit contains an acrylic platform with two motors, wheels, and some accessories. For control, I am using...

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