Arduino Project Handbook: 25 Practical Projects to Get You Started

Arduino Project Handbook is a beginner-friendly collection of electronics projects using the low-cost Arduino board. With just a handful of components, an Arduino, and a computer, you’ll learn to build and program everything from light shows to arcade games to an ultrasonic security system.

First you’ll get set up with an introduction to the Arduino and valuable advice on tools and components. Then you can work through the book in order or just jump to projects that catch your eye. Each project includes simple instructions, colorful photos and circuit diagrams, and all necessary code.

Arduino Project Handbook is a fast and fun way to get started with micro-controllers that’s perfect for beginners, hobbyists, parents, and educators.

25 Step-by-Step Projects

• Pushbutton-Controlled LED
• Light Dimmer
• Bar Graph
• Disco Strobe Light
• Plant Monitor
• Ghost Detector
• Arduino Melody
• Memory Game
• Secret Knock Lock
• Joystick-Controlled Laser
• Remote Control Servo
• LCD Screen Writer
• Weather Station
• Fortune Teller
• Reaction Timer Game
• Electronic Die
• Rocket Launcher
• Intruder Sensor
• Laser Trip Wire Alarm
• Sentry Gun
• Motion Sensor Alarm
• Keypad Entry System
• Wireless ID Card Entry System
• Rainbow Light Show
• Build Your Own Arduino

Table of Contents

Part 1: Leds
Project 1: Pushbutton-Controlled Led
Project 2: Light Dimmer
Project 3: Bar Graph
Project 4: Disco Strobe Light
Project 5: Plant Monitor
Project 6: Ghost Detector

Part 2: Sound
Project 7: Arduino Melody
Project 8: Memory Game
Project 9: Secret Knock Lock

Part 3: Servos
Project 10: Joystick-Controlled Laser
Project 11: Remote Control Servo

Part 4: Lcds
Project 12: Lcd Screen Writer
Project 13: Weather Station
Project 14: Fortune Teller
Project 15: Reaction Timer Game

Part 5: Numeric Counters
Project 16: Electronic Die
Project 17: Rocket Launcher

Part 6: Security
Project 18: Intruder Sensor
Project 19: Laser Trip Wire Alarm
Project 20: Sentry Gun
Project 21: Motion Sensor Alarm
Project 22: Keypad Entry System
Project 23: Wireless Id Card Entry System

Part 7: Advanced
Project 24: Rainbow Light Show
Project 25: Build Your Own Arduino!

Appendix A: Components
Appendix B: Arduino Pin Reference