As the preeminent tool for makers, Arduino is a versatile platform that covers almost every type of creative making. With its simple-to-use coding language and fun programming concepts, Arduino enables users to create modern electronics with ease. From beginner level projects like flashing LED lights to more advanced builds such as interactive robots, there are an endless number of possibilities when it comes to building projects with Arduino. Whether you are new or an experienced builder in search of fresh ideas, these posts will provide interesting Arduino tutorials and unique ideas that may spark your creativity and motivate you take on any type of maker project!
Here’s a nice DIY tutorial on building an AVR Synth from basic schematics. The author decided to build it with perfboard and turn each element into a discreet module. Check out the details and photo essay at the link below. DIY AVR Synth via Electronics Lab
Al sent us a link to his amazing “Magic Mirror” project. He used and Arduino and a bunch of hidden sensors to control a Flashed based video. Check out the instructable for all the cool things it does. [Thanks Al!] After multiple trips to Disneyland, I got the idea to do a Snow White type […]
From the MAKE Flickr photo pool Erik’s designing a new Arduino shield for Bluetooth wireless usage and currently gauging interst for a possible kit relese – Arduino Bluetooth Shield Arduino Diecimila
The inevitable mashup of the LilyPad Arduino and the XBee radio is in its final stages. Soon it will be easier than ever to integrate XBee communication in your wearbale projects. Look for these modules soon at your favorite physical coputing etailer soon. LilyPad XBee Ready for Manufacture
Josh Kopel will be teaching an Arduino workshop through Seattle’s 911 Media Arts Center. The Arduino is a small programmable device capable of big things. With it you can examine the world through various sensors and use the data to control motors, lights and just about any other electronic device. Come learn how to build […]
Matt had a great idea for expanding the usefulness of a servo motor – use it as an input device allowing one to record the motors position. I thought this would be pretty fun; by reading the voltage from the center pin of the the servo’s potentiometer, it can be used as an input as […]
Matthew Williams sent in his Barduino. It’s an Arduino powered bar monkey for your next party. Remember, alcohol and electronics don’t mix, but electronics can mix alcohol. [Thanks Matthew] It was developed using the Ruby Arduino Framework (http://rad.rubyforge.org/) and is driven using a Ruby DSL (domain specific language) so anyone can write simple recipes. More […]
