PREVIEW – ESP 32 Wristband – LilyGo-T-Wristband

Neatly packaged in a silicone wristband, this is the smallest version of the ESP32 that I know of. The ESP itself does not have its own programmer. However, there is a kit that contains the wristband and a programmer. Once initialised, the wristband can be updated via OTA.

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TF Mini Laser Rangefinder

At this point, a rather expensive sensor for around >36€, but one that beats the other distance sensors by „lengths“. I actually wanted to test the I²C version, but the UART version arrived here, which is why I'm presenting it now. (Since I couldn't find any documentation, I'm still not sure if I²C wouldn't also be possible. 🙂)

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GY-530 VL53L0X Laser Rangefinder

This laser distance sensor is faster than sonar sensors such as (for example, HC-SR04, US100). It measures in the range of 30mm up to 2 metres and is controlled via the I²C bus at address 0x29. The address can be changed via software.

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KY-038 Microphone Module

Here is an acoustic connection for microcontrollers. The KY-038 module houses a microphone and a threshold switch, which can be set via a variable resistor. Both signals, that of the threshold switch and the inverted microphone signal, are provided at pins A0 and D0. WARNING: I was unable to operate this module meaningfully!!! Fact Sheet Description Value Digital...

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HC-SR501 PIR motion sensor

The HC SR501 is a 360° infrared motion sensor. It has a detection radius of 120°. When movement is detected within the measuring range, it switches a pin to 3.3V and holds it for a set hold time (on-time). Sensitivity and hold time can be adjusted using the respective rotary knobs. Facts Technical Data Description Value Operating voltage 5-20V Current < 60µA Output voltage (on/off) 3.3V/...

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OPEN-SMART Uno R3

I've found a new Arduino UNO clone. While technical data usually tempts me, this time it was the appearance that appealed to me. The board can be had for under £5 from the speedy Ali. Now I have the Arduino clone in my hands and I'm torn. I think it's great that it's discreetly built, but...

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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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