Designed with cutting-edge technology, this shield brings the power of Ultra High Frequency (UHF) RFID to your fingertips.
With the Ardi UHF Shield, you can effortlessly read up to an impressive 50 tags per second, allowing for fast and efficient data collection. The shield features an onboard UHF antenna, ensuring reliable and accurate tag detection even in challenging environments.
Equipped with a high-performance 0.91" OLED display, the Ardi UHF Shield provides clear and concise visual feedback, making it easy to monitor and interact with the RFID readings. Whether you're tracking inventory, managing access control, or implementing a smart attendance system, this shield has you covered.
With a remarkable 1-meter reading distance, the Ardi UHF Shield offers an extended range for capturing RFID data. Say goodbye to the limitations of proximity-based RFID systems and embrace the flexibility and convenience of a wider reading range.
The shield provides read-write capabilities, allowing you to not only retrieve information from RFID tags but also update or modify data as needed. This versatility opens up a world of possibilities for advanced applications and custom solutions.
Features
Onboard High-performance UHF RFID reader module
24 hours x 365 days’ work normally
0.91” OLED display for visual interaction with shield
Multi-tone Buzzer onboard for Audio alerts
Shield compatible with both 3.3 V and 5 V MCU
Mounts directly onto ArdiPi, Ardi32 or other Arduino compatible boards
Specifications
OLED resolution 128x32 pixels
I²C Interface for OLED
UHF Frequency Range (EU/UK): 865.1-867.9 MHz
UHF Module Type: Read/Write
Protocols Supported: EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen 2 / ISO 18000-6C
Reading Distance: 1 meters
Can identify over 50 tags simultaneously
Communication interface: TTL UART Interface for UHF
Communication baud rate: 115200 bps (default and recommend) – 38400 bps
Operation current: 180 mA @ 3.5 V (26 dBm Output, 25°C), 110 mA @ 3.5 V (18 dBm Output, 25°C)
Working humidity <95% (+25°C)
Heat-dissipating method Air cooling(no need out install cooling fin)
Tags storage capacity: 200 pcs tags @ 96 bit EPC
Output power: 18-26 dBm
Output power accuracy: +/-1 dB
Tags RSSI support
Clever Tricks with ATmega328 Pro Mini Boards
With a simple Pro Mini board and a few other components, projects that 20 or 30 years ago were unthinkable (or would have cost a small fortune) are realized easily and affordably in this book: From simple LED effects to a full battery charging and testing station that will put a rechargeable through its paces, there’s something for everyone.
All the projects are based on the ATmega328 microcontroller, which offers endless measuring, switching, and control options with its 20 input and output lines. For example, with a 7-segment display and a few resistors, you can build a voltmeter or an NTC-based thermometer. The Arduino platform offers the perfect development environment for programming this range of boards.
Besides these very practical projects, the book also provides the necessary knowledge for you to create projects based on your own ideas. How to measure, and what? Which transistor is suitable for switching a certain load? When is it better to use an IC? How do you switch mains voltage? Even LilyPad-based battery-operated projects are discussed in detail, as well as many different motors, from simple DC motors to stepper motors.
Sensors are another exciting topic: For example, a simple infrared receiver that can give disused remote controls a new lease on life controlling your home, and a tiny component that can actually measure the difference in air pressure between floor and table height!
This complete Arduino Uno-based microcontroller programming course features a textbook, a component kit, hands-on projects, and a comprehensive online course with simulations. It is ideal for step-by-step learning of embedded systems programming with Arduino using a practical, hands-on approach.
A Practical Introduction to Embedded Systems with the Arduino Uno
This course is designed for people who are new to embedded systems and looking for a structured, example-driven way to get started.
A kit of parts comprising LEDs and resistors, switches, sensors and actuators, displays, a breadboard and wires, and more is included. These are used in the course to illustrate example applications.
No prior experience with Arduino or embedded development is required. Each section features hands-on examples and mini projects designed to reinforce key concepts and inspire deeper exploration. By the end of the course, you’ll be able not only to reproduce the examples but also to build on them with your own ideas and applications.
What Will You Learn?
Microcontroller programming with Arduino using the Uno R3 board
Working with Digital I/O, read buttons and encoders, control LEDs and relays
Read analog inputs, voltages, and analog sensors
Generating analog output signals and PWM
Use serial communication like UART, I²C and SPI to control displays and read digital sensors and SD cards
Managing time
Working with interrupts
Real-time sensor input and control via buttons, LEDs, and displays
Control actuators like relays and servo motors
Who Is It For?
Students and self-learners exploring embedded systems
Makers and IoT enthusiasts looking to improve their hardware skills
Educators and trainers seeking ready-to-teach material
What's Inside the Box?
Access to the full course on the Elektor Academy Pro Learning Platform
Uno R3 microcontroller board + USB cable
Book: Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino
Downloadable project files for every module
Component Box:
2× LED, red, 5 mm
LED, green, 5 mm
3× Resistor, 470 Ω, 0.25 W
LDR
Potentiometer, 10 kΩ, linear
Pushbutton
Rotary encoder module
Relay module
DHT22 Humidity & Temperature Sensor
TM1637-compatible 4-digit 7-segment display
MPU-6050 IMU with headers
SSD1306-compatible I²C OLED display
Micro SD card adapter with header
Buzzer
SG90 Micro Servo
ILI9341-compatible SPI 240×320 TFT display
20× Jumper wires
Breadboard
All Programming Courses (and differences in content)
Course
Arduino
Raspberry Pi Pico with Arduino C/C++
ESP32 with Arduino C/C++
Raspberry Pi Pico with MicroPython
ESP32 with MicroPython
Online Course
Access to Arduino Course
Access to Pico with Arduino C/C++ Course
Access to ESP32 with Arduino C/C++ Course
Access to Pico with MicroPython Course
Access to ESP32 with MicroPython Course
Board
Uno R3
Raspberry Pi Pico
ESP32
Raspberry Pi Pico
ESP32
Book
Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino
Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino
Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino
Programming Microcontrollers in MicroPython
Programming Microcontrollers in MicroPython
Kit
40-piece Component Box
40-piece Component Box
40-piece Component Box
40-piece Component Box
40-piece Component Box
Arduinonext is an initiative powered by an electronics and microcontrollers specialist team aiming to help all those who are entering in the technology world, using the well-known Arduino platform to take the next step in electronics.
We strive to bring you the necessary knowledge and experience for developing your own electronics applications; interacting with environment; measuring physical parameters; processing them and performing the necessary control actions.
This is the first title in the 'Hands-On' series in which Arduino platform co-founder, David Cuartielles, introduces board programming, and demonstrates the making of an 8-bit Sound Generator.
This 233-page e-book is packed with Arduino ideas, explanations, tips, diagrams, programs, PCB layouts, and more – enough to provide days of informative, inspiring, and stimulating reading pleasure!
The PDF document includes a table of contents with links to the individual projects, allowing you to easily navigate to the sections you’re most interested in. This way, you can quickly and effortlessly switch between projects and find exactly what you’re looking for.
Program and build Arduino-based ham station utilities, tools, and instruments
In addition to a detailed introduction to the exciting world of the Arduino microcontroller and its many variants, this book introduces you to the shields, modules, and components you can connect to the Arduino. Many of these components are discussed in detail and used in the projects included in this book to help you understand how these components can be incorporated into your own Arduino projects. Emphasis has been placed on designing and creating a wide range of amateur radio-related projects that can easily be built in just a few days.
This book is written for ham radio operators and Arduino enthusiasts of all skill levels, and includes discussions about the tools, construction methods, and troubleshooting techniques used in creating amateur radio-related Arduino projects. The book teaches you how to create feature-rich Arduino-based projects, with the goal of helping you to advance beyond this book, and design and build your own ham radio Arduino projects.
In addition, this book describes in detail the design, construction, programming, and operation of the following projects:
CW Beacon and Foxhunt Keyer
Mini Weather Station
RF Probe with LED Bar Graph
DTMF Tone Encoder
DTMF Tone Decoder
Waveform Generator
Auto Power On/Off
Bluetooth CW Keyer
Station Power Monitor
AC Current Monitor
This book assumes a basic knowledge of electronics and circuit construction. Basic knowledge of how to program the Arduino using its IDE will also be beneficial.
Program and build Arduino-based ham station utilities, tools, and instruments
In addition to a detailed introduction to the exciting world of the Arduino microcontroller and its many variants, this book introduces you to the shields, modules, and components you can connect to the Arduino. Many of these components are discussed in detail and used in the projects included in this book to help you understand how these components can be incorporated into your own Arduino projects. Emphasis has been placed on designing and creating a wide range of amateur radio-related projects that can easily be built in just a few days.
This book is written for ham radio operators and Arduino enthusiasts of all skill levels, and includes discussions about the tools, construction methods, and troubleshooting techniques used in creating amateur radio-related Arduino projects. The book teaches you how to create feature-rich Arduino-based projects, with the goal of helping you to advance beyond this book, and design and build your own ham radio Arduino projects.
In addition, this book describes in detail the design, construction, programming, and operation of the following projects:
CW Beacon and Foxhunt Keyer
Mini Weather Station
RF Probe with LED Bar Graph
DTMF Tone Encoder
DTMF Tone Decoder
Waveform Generator
Auto Power On/Off
Bluetooth CW Keyer
Station Power Monitor
AC Current Monitor
This book assumes a basic knowledge of electronics and circuit construction. Basic knowledge of how to program the Arduino using its IDE will also be beneficial.
The Arduino Pro Portenta Cat. M1/NB IoT GNSS Shield allows you to enhance the connectivity features of your Portenta H7 applications. The shield leverages a Cinterion TX62 wireless module by Thales, designed for highly efficient, low-power IoT applications to deliver optimized bandwidth and performance.
The Portenta Cat. M1/NB IoT GNSS Shield combines with the strong edge computing power of the Portenta H7 to enable the development of asset tracking and remote monitoring applications in industrial settings, as well as in agriculture, public utilities and smart cities. The shield offers cellular connectivity to both Cat. M1 and NB-IoT networks with the option to use eSIM technology. Easily track your valuables – across the city or worldwide – with your choice of GPS, GLONASS, Galileo or BeiDou.
Features
Change connectivity capabilities without changing the board
Add NB-IoT, CAT. M1 and positioning to any Portenta product
Possibility to create a small multiprotocol router (WiFi - BT + NB-IoT/CAT. M1)
Greatly reduce communication bandwidth requirements in IoT applications
Low-power module
Compatible also with MKR boards
Remote Monitoring
Industrial and agricultural companies can leverage the Portenta Cat. M1/NB IoT GNSS Shield to remotely monitor gas detectors, optical sensors, machinery alarm systems, biological bug traps and more.
Technology providers providing smart city solutions can compound the power and reliability of the Portenta H7 with the Portenta Cat. M1/NB IoT GNSS Shield, to connect data and automate actions for a truly optimized use of resources and enhanced user experience.
Asset Monitoring
Add monitoring capabilities to any asset by combining the performance and edge computing features of the Portenta family boards. The Portenta Cat. M1/NB IoT GNSS Shield is ideal to monitor valuable goods and also for monitoring industrial machinery and equipment.
Specifications
Connectivity
Cinterion TX62 wireless module; NB-IoT - LTE CAT.M1; 3GPP Rel.14 Compliant Protocol LTE Cat. M1/NB1/NB2; UMTS BANDS: 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 8 / 12(17) / 13 / 18 / 19 / 20 / 25 / 26 / 27 / 28 / 66 / 71 / 85; LTE Cat.M1 DL: max. 300 kbps, UL: max. 1.1 Mbps; LTE Cat.NB1 DL: max. 27 kbps, UL: max. 63 kbps; LTE Cat.NB2 DL: max. 124 kbps, UL: max. 158 kbps
Short messaging service (SMS)
Point-to-point mobile terminated (MT) and mobile originated (MO) Text Mode; Protocol Data Unit (PDU) Mode
Localization support
GNSS capability (GPS/BeiDou/Galileo/GLONASS)
Other
Embedded IPv4 and IPv6 TCP/IP stack access; Internet Services: TCP server/client, UDP client, DNS, Ping, HTTP client, FTP client, MQTT client Secure Connection with TLS/DTLS Secure boot
Dimensions
66 x 25.4 mm
Operating temperature
-40° C to +85° C (-104° F to 185°F)
Downloads
Datasheet
Schematics
The Arduino Pro Portenta Vision Shield brings industry-rated features to your Portenta. This hardware add-on will let you run embedded computer vision applications, connect wirelessly or via Ethernet to the Arduino Cloud or your own infrastructure, and activate your system upon the detection of sound events.
Features
324x324 pixels camera sensor: use one of the cores in Portenta to run image recognition algorithms using the OpenMV for Arduino editor
100 Mbps Ethernet connector: get your Portenta H7 connected to the wired Internet
2 onboard microphones for directional sound detection: capture and analyse sound in real-time
JTAG connector: perform low-level debugging of your Portenta board or special firmware updates using an external programmer
SD-Card connector: store your captured data in the card, or read configuration files
The Vision Shield has been designed to fit on top of the Arduino Portenta family. The Portenta boards feature multicore 32-bit ARM Cortex processors running at hundreds of megahertz, with megabytes of program memory and RAM. Portenta boards come with WiFi and Bluetooth.
Embedded Computer Vision Made Easy
Arduino has teamed up with OpenMV to offer you a free license to the OpenMV IDE, an easy way into computer vision using MicroPython as a programming paradigm. Download the OpenMV for Arduino Editor from our professional tutorials site and browse through the examples we have prepared for you inside the OpenMV IDE. Companies across the whole world are already building their commercial products based on this simple-yet-powerful approach to detect, filter, and classify images, QR codes, and others.
Debugging With Professional Tools
Connect your Portenta H7 to a professional debugger through the JTAG connector. Use professional software tools like the ones from Lauterbach or Segger on top of your board to debug your code step by step. The Vision Shield exposes the required pins for you to plug in your external JTAG.
Camera
Himax HM-01B0 camera module
Resolution
320 x 320 active pixel resolution with support for QVGA
Image sensor
High sensitivity 3.6μ BrightSense pixel technology
Microphone
2 x MP34DT05
Length
66 mm
Width
25 mm
Weight
11 gr
For more information, check out the tutorials provided by Arduino here.
This bundle includes the Arduino UNO Q (2 GB) and the new book "Arduino UNO Q and AI".
The Arduino UNO Q is the first UNO board with a hybrid dual-brain architecture, combining a powerful Linux processor with a real-time microcontroller – bringing advanced computing and precise control together on one board.
Powered by a Qualcomm Dragonwing QRB2210 MPU running Debian Linux and a STM32U585 MCU for real-time tasks, the UNO Q is built for next-generation applications. From Edge Computing and AI to robotics and automation, it delivers high performance without sacrificing ease of use.
Simply connect your peripherals and get started – no extra hardware required.
Features
Dual-core architecture: Linux MPU + real-time MCU
Qualcomm Dragonwing QRB2210 with Debian Linux support
STM32U585 microcontroller for deterministic control
Runs Arduino sketches via Zephyr OS
Ideal for AI, IoT, robotics, and industrial projects
Specifications
Microprocessor (MPU)
Qualcomm Dragonwing QRB2210:Quad-core Arm Cortex-A53 @ 2.0 GHzAdreno GPU 3D graphics accelerator2× ISP (13 MP + 13 MP or 25 MP) @ 30 fps
Microcontroller (MCU)
STM32U585Arm Cortex-M33 up to 160 MHz2 MB flash memory786 KB SRAM
RAM
2 GB LPDDR4
Power Supply
From USB-C connector 5 V max at 3 AInput Voltage (VIN): 7-24 V
Storage
16 GB eMMC
USB
1× USB-C port with host/device role switching, power role switch and video output
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 5 (2.4/5 GHz) with onboard antennaBluetooth 5.1 with onboard antenna
Interfaces
I²C/I³CSPIPWMCANUARTPSSIGPIOJTAGADC
Video
Video output support via USB-CMIPI DSI pins on JMEDIA header
Extra
4× RGB user-controllable LEDs8×13 Blue LED Matrix1× Qwiic connector voltage 3V3, I²C1× User push-buttonJCTL: MPU Remote Debug connector
Audio
Microphone IN / Headphone OUT / Line OUT on JMISC
MPU Operating System
Linux Debian OS with upstream support
Real-time Operating System
Arduino Core on Zephyr OS
Containerization
Docker and Docker Compose support
Support Operating Systems for Arduino App Lab
Windows: Windows 10 or later (64-bit)macOS: macOS 11 or later (64-bit)Linux: Ubuntu 22.04 or later, and Debian Trixie (64-bit)
Dimensions
68.85 × 53.34 mm (UNO form factor)
Downloads
Datasheet
User Manual
Pinout
Schematics
Book: Arduino UNO Q and AI – Learn to Build Intelligent Embedded Systems
Build smarter embedded systems with Arduino UNO Q. This book gives you the tools, knowledge, and confidence to turn ideas into intelligent, working solutions using the Arduino UNO Q platform. Discover how to build intelligent embedded systems with the Arduino UNO Q and AI.
Unlock the full potential of the Arduino UNO Q, a next-generation platform that combines the real-time power of the STM32U585 microcontroller with the flexibility of a Qualcomm Dragonwing QRB2210 microprocessor.
Learn how to rapidly prototype real-world applications using the Arduino IDE for low-level embedded control and Python in Arduino App Lab for high-level development.
Build confidence through hands-on projects that guide you step by step from basic board features to complete working systems.
Explore ready-to-use, AI based Arduino App Lab examples and see how they can jump-start your development and reduce time to deployment.
Step into the world of Edge AI with a clear, practical introduction to Edge Impulse Studio—no prior AI experience required.
Follow a complete, real-world workflow to create a Keyword Spotting AI application, covering data collection, model training, optimization, and on-device inference using the Edge Impulse Studio.
Bridge the gap between embedded systems and machine learning and learn how to bring intelligence directly onto your hardware.
Perfect for embedded engineers, educators, students, and makers looking to stay ahead in AI-enabled product development.
This bundle contains:
Arduino UNO Q (2 GB) (normal price: €50)
Book: Arduino UNO Q and AI (normal price: €35)
Learn to Build Intelligent Embedded Systems
Build smarter embedded systems with Arduino UNO Q. This book gives you the tools, knowledge, and confidence to turn ideas into intelligent, working solutions using the Arduino UNO Q platform. Discover how to build intelligent embedded systems with the Arduino UNO Q and AI.
Unlock the full potential of the Arduino UNO Q, a next-generation platform that combines the real-time power of the STM32U585 microcontroller with the flexibility of a Qualcomm Dragonwing QRB2210 microprocessor.
Learn how to rapidly prototype real-world applications using the Arduino IDE for low-level embedded control and Python in Arduino App Lab for high-level development.
Build confidence through hands-on projects that guide you step by step from basic board features to complete working systems.
Explore ready-to-use, AI based Arduino App Lab examples and see how they can jump-start your development and reduce time to deployment.
Step into the world of Edge AI with a clear, practical introduction to Edge Impulse Studio—no prior AI experience required.
Follow a complete, real-world workflow to create a Keyword Spotting AI application, covering data collection, model training, optimization, and on-device inference using the Edge Impulse Studio.
Bridge the gap between embedded systems and machine learning and learn how to bring intelligence directly onto your hardware.
Perfect for embedded engineers, educators, students, and makers looking to stay ahead in AI-enabled product development.
Learn to Build Intelligent Embedded Systems
Build smarter embedded systems with Arduino UNO Q. This book gives you the tools, knowledge, and confidence to turn ideas into intelligent, working solutions using the Arduino UNO Q platform. Discover how to build intelligent embedded systems with the Arduino UNO Q and AI.
Unlock the full potential of the Arduino UNO Q, a next-generation platform that combines the real-time power of the STM32U585 microcontroller with the flexibility of a Qualcomm Dragonwing QRB2210 microprocessor.
Learn how to rapidly prototype real-world applications using the Arduino IDE for low-level embedded control and Python in Arduino App Lab for high-level development.
Build confidence through hands-on projects that guide you step by step from basic board features to complete working systems.
Explore ready-to-use, AI based Arduino App Lab examples and see how they can jump-start your development and reduce time to deployment.
Step into the world of Edge AI with a clear, practical introduction to Edge Impulse Studio—no prior AI experience required.
Follow a complete, real-world workflow to create a Keyword Spotting AI application, covering data collection, model training, optimization, and on-device inference using the Edge Impulse Studio.
Bridge the gap between embedded systems and machine learning and learn how to bring intelligence directly onto your hardware.
Perfect for embedded engineers, educators, students, and makers looking to stay ahead in AI-enabled product development.
Book: Mastering the Arduino Uno R4
Based on the low-cost 8-bit ATmega328P processor, the Arduino Uno R3 board is likely to score as the most popular Arduino family member, and this workhorse has been with us for many years. Eleven years later, the long-overdue successor, the Arduino Uno R4, was released. It is built around a 48 MHz, 32-bit Arm Cortex-M4 microcontroller and provides significantly expanded SRAM and Flash memory. Additionally, a higher-precision ADC and a new DAC are added to the design. The Uno R4 board also supports the CAN Bus with an interface.
Two versions of the board are available: Uno R4 Minima, and Uno R4 WiFi. This book is about using these new boards to develop many different and interesting projects with just a handful of parts and external modules. All projects described in the book have been fully tested on the Uno R4 Minima or the Uno R4 WiFi board, as appropriate.
The project topics include the reading, control, and driving of many components and modules in the kit as well as on the relevant Uno R4 board, including
LEDs
7-segment displays (using timer interrupts)
LCDs
Sensors
RFID Reader
4x4 Keypad
Real-time clock (RTC)
Joystick
8×8 LED matrix
Motors
DAC (Digital-to-analog converter)
LED matrix
WiFi connectivity
Serial UART
CAN bus
Infrared controller and receiver
Simulators
… all in creative and educational ways with the project operation and associated software explained in great detail.
Arduino Uno R4 WiFi
The Arduino Uno R4 is powered by the Renesas RA4M1 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 processor, providing a significant boost in processing power, memory, and functionality. The WiFi version comes with an ESP32-S3 WiFi module in addition to the RA4M1, expanding creative opportunities for makers and engineers.
The Arduino Uno R4 runs at 48 MHz, which provides a 3x increase over the popular Uno R3. Additionally, SRAM has been upgraded from 2 kB to 32 kB, and flash memory from 32 kB to 256 kB to support more complex projects. Responding to community feedback, the USB port is now USB-C, and the maximum power supply voltage has been raised to 24 V with an enhanced thermal design. The board includes a CAN bus and an SPI port, enabling users to reduce wiring and perform parallel tasks by connecting multiple shields. A 12-bit analog DAC is also provided on the board.
Specifications
Microcontroller
Renesas RA4M1 (ARM Cortex-M4)
USB
USB-C
Programming Port
Pins
Digital I/O Pins
14
Pins
Analog input pins
6
DAC
1
RTC
1
PWM pins
6
Communication
UART
1x
I²C
1x
SPI
1x
Qwiic I²C connector
1x
CAN
1x CAN Bus
Power
Circuit operating voltage
5 V
Input voltage (VIN)
6-24 V
DC Current per I/O Pin
8 mA
Clock speed
Main core
48 MHz
Memory
RA4M1
256 kB Flash, 32 kB RAM
LED Matrix
12 x 8 (96 red LEDs)
Dimensions
68.9 x 53.4 mm
Downloads
Datasheet
Schematics
This bundle contains:
Book: Mastering the Arduino Uno R4 (normal price: €40)
Arduino Uno R4 WiFi (normal price: €30)
This book covers a series of exciting and fun projects for the Arduino, such as a silent alarm, people sensor, light sensor, motor control, internet and wireless control (using a radio link). Contrary to many free projects on the internet all projects in this book have been extensively tested and are guaranteed to work!
You can use it as a projects book and build more than 45 projects for your own use. The clear explanations, schematics, and pictures of each project make this a fun activity. The pictures are taken of a working project, so you know for sure that they are correct.
You can combine the projects in this book to make your own projects. To facilitate this, clear explanations are provided on how the project works and why it has been designed the way it has That way you will learn a lot about the project and the parts used, knowledge that you can use in your own projects.
Apart from that, the book can be used as a reference guide. Using the index, you can easily locate projects that serve as examples for the C++ commands and Arduino functionality. Even after you’ve built all the projects in this book, it will still be a valuable reference guide to keep next to your PC.
This book covers a series of exciting and fun projects for the Arduino, such as a silent alarm, people sensor, light sensor, motor control, internet and wireless control (using a radio link). Contrary to many free projects on the internet all projects in this book have been extensively tested and are guaranteed to work!
You can use it as a projects book and build more than 45 projects for your own use. The clear explanations, schematics, and pictures of each project make this a fun activity. The pictures are taken of a working project, so you know for sure that they are correct.
You can combine the projects in this book to make your own projects. To facilitate this, clear explanations are provided on how the project works and why it has been designed the way it has That way you will learn a lot about the project and the parts used, knowledge that you can use in your own projects.
Apart from that, the book can be used as a reference guide. Using the index, you can easily locate projects that serve as examples for the C++ commands and Arduino functionality. Even after you’ve built all the projects in this book, it will still be a valuable reference guide to keep next to your PC.
Two reasons can be identified for the immense success of the Arduino platform. First, the cheap, ready to go processor board greatly simplifies the introduction to hardware. The second success factor is the free and open-source programming suite that does not require an installation procedure.
Simple entry-level examples ensure rapid successes. Complex selection procedures for parameters like the microprocessor version or interface settings are not required. The first sample programs can be uploaded to the Arduino board, and tested, in a matter of minutes.
The Arduino user is supported by an array of software libraries. However, the daily increasing volume of libraries poses initial problems to the newcomer, and the way ahead may be uncertain after a few entry-level examples. In many cases, detailed descriptions are missing, and poorly described projects tend to confuse rather than elucidate. Clear guidance and a single motto are missing, usually owing to the projects having been created by several different persons—all with different aims in mind.
This book represents a different approach. All projects are presented in a systematical manner, guiding into various theme areas. In the coverage of must-know theory great attention is given to practical directions users can absorb, including essential programming techniques like A/D conversion, timers and interrupts—all contained in the hands-on projects. In this way readers of the book create running lights, a wakeup light, fully functional voltmeters, precision digital thermometers, clocks of many varieties, reaction speed meters, or mouse controlled robotic arms. While actively working on these projects the reader gets to truly comprehend and master the basics of the underlying controller technology.
Learn to interface and program hardware devices in a wide range of useful applications, using ARM7 microcontrollers and the C programming language. Examples covered in full detail include a simple LED to a multi-megabyte SD card running the FAT file system.
Features of this book
Build prototype circuits on breadboard or Veroboard and interface to ARM microcontrollers.
A 32-bit ARM7 microcontroller is used in interfacing and software examples.
Interfacing principles apply to other ARM microcontrollers and other non-ARM microcontrollers as well.
Example programs are written in the C programming language.
Use only free or open source software.
Download and install all programming tools from the Internet.
Template project files are provided for easy project creation.
Hardware
Interface to LEDs, transistors, optocouplers, relays, solenoids, switches, keypads, LCD displays, seven segment displays, DC motors, stepper motors, external analogue signals using the ADC, RS232, RS-485, TWI, USB, SPI and SD memory cards.
Software
Once hardware has been interfaced to a microcontroller, software must be written to control the hardware. You will learn how to write programs to operate externally interfaced hardware devices, use timers and interrupts. Also learn how to port FAT file system code for use with an SD memory card, program the PWM to produce an audio sine wave, program the PWM to speed control a DC motor and more.
A chapter on more advanced ARM microcontrollers is included with an overview of some of the newest ARM microcontrollers and their features.
It is becoming important for microcontroller users to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and architecture used in high performance 32-bit microcontrollers. Many manufacturers now offer 32-bit microcontrollers as general purpose processors in embedded applications.
ARM provide 32 and 64-bit processors mainly for embedded applications. These days, the majority of mobile devices including mobile phones, tablets, and GPS receivers are based on ARM technology. The low cost, low power consumption, and high performance of ARM processors makes them ideal for use in complex communication and mixed signal applications.
This book makes use of the ARM Cortex-M family of processors in easy-to-follow, practical projects. It gives a detailed introduction to the architecture of the Cortex-M family. Examples of popular hardware and software development kits are described.
The architecture of the highly popular ARM Cortex-M processor STM32F107VCT6 is described at a high level, taking into consideration its clock mechanisms, general input/output ports, interrupt sources, ADC and DAC converters, timer facilities, and more. The information provided here should act as a basis for most readers to start using and programming the STM32F107VCT6 microcontroller together with a development kit.
Furthermore, the use of the mikroC Pro for ARM integrated development environment (IDE) has been described in detail. This IDE includes everything required to create a project; namely an editor, compiler, simulator, debugger, and device programmer.
Although the book is based on the STM32F107VCT6 microcontroller, readers should not find it difficult to follow the projects using other ARM processor family members.
35 Projects for Beginners
This book is for hobbyists, students and engineers who want to learn C and how to use an mbed ARM microcontroller in an easy and fun way, without the need for cumbersome software installations.
ARM mbed microcontroller NXP LPC1768
The projects in this book are meant for beginners in C and ARM microcontrollers. That doesn't mean the projects are simple, but it does mean that they are easy to understand. We use for example USB communications, a subject that is made so easy by the mbed that it is suitable for a beginners book.
Cloud technology
The mbed NXP LPC1768 uses cloud technology, a revolutionary concept in software development. This means you do not need to install software on your PC in order to program the mbed!
The only thing you need is a browser such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, and a USB port on your PC. You can get access to your project from any PC anywhere in the world and continue working on it. When you are done a few simple mouse clicks transfer the program to your mbed hardware. Of course you can optionally download the projects and store them on your own PC.
Features of this Book
Learn how to program an mbed ARM microcontroller using cloud technology. No complicated software installation on your PC needed.
Learn programming in C by doing fun and interesting projects. No previous experience or knowledge required.
Examples of projects in this book: flashing light, timer, light activated switch, digital thermometer, people detector, USB communication, talking microcontroller, debugging, sound switch, and much more - 35 projects in total.
Examples of C subjects in this book: variables, commands, functions, program execution, pointers (introduction).
23 projects to bring your microcontroller to life!
This book contains 23 special and exciting artificial intelligence machine-learning projects, for microcontroller and PC. Learn how to set up a neural network in a microcontroller, and how to make the network self-learning. Discover how you can breed robots, and how changing a fitness function results in a totally different behavior. Find out how a PC program exposes your weak spots in a game, and ruthlessly exploits them. Build a free-will robot, or have one clean your floor!
Example projects from the book:
A microcontroller that learns what your favourite color is.
A robot wandering about the house looking for someone to play with.
A bred robot program that is incapable of crossing a black line.
A microcontroller that learns how to play a game until You just can't win anymore.
A PC that programs a microcontroller all by itself.
Complete with free software that you can download containing:
All source code for the microcontroller.
All sources of compiled PC programs (MS Windows).
JAL programming language, with special editor and extension libraries.
Robot breed program.
Plus a support webpage with links, errata and FAQ.
Several artificial intelligence techniques are discussed and used in projects such as expert system, neural network, subsumption, emerging behavior, genetic algorithm, cellular automata and roulette brains. Every project has clear instructions and pictures so you can start immediately. Suggestions and literature links allow you to go way beyond the scope of the book. Even after you have built all the projects contained within, this book will remain a valuable reference guide to keep next to your PC.
A unique book for anyone with an interest in artificial intelligence and machine learning.
A Guide to Powerful Programming for Embedded Systems
You must be a well-rounded professional to excel in the ever-evolving, rapidly developing embedded design and programming industry. Simply put, when it comes to electronics design and programming, the more topics you can master, the more you’ll flourish at your workplace and at your personal workbench. This shouldn’t be a surprise, as the line between the skills of a hardware engineer and software engineer is blurring. The former should have a good grasp of programming in order to build efficient systems. The latter should understand the details of the design (whether it’s a physical or virtual application) for which he or she is writing code. Thus, to be successful, a modern professional electronics engineer must have a solid grasp of both hardware design and programming.
Assembly Language Essentials is a matter-of-fact guide to Assembly that will introduce you to the most fundamental programming language of a processor. Unlike other resources about Assembly that focus exclusively on specific processors and platforms, this book uses the architecture of a fictional processor with its own hardware and instruction set. This enables you to consider the importance of Assembly language without having to deal with predetermined hardware or architectural restrictions.
You’ll immediately find this thorough introduction to Assembly to be a valuable resource, whether you know nothing about the language or you have used it before. The only prerequisite is that you have a working knowledge of at least one higher-level programming language, such as C or Java.
Assembly Language Essentials is an indispensible resource for electronics engineering professionals, academics, and advanced students looking to enhance their programming skills. The book provides the following, and more:
An introduction to Assembly language and its functionality
Significant definitions associated with Assembly language, as well as essential terminology pertaining to higher-level programming languages and computer architecture
Important algorithms that may be built into high-level languages, but must be done the “hard way” in Assembly language — multiplication, division, and polynomial evaluation
A presentation of Interrupt Service Routines with examples
A free, downloadable Assembler program for experimenting with Assembly
Principles, Systems, and Electronics
This handbook provides a detailed study of the sensors and actuators at the heart of modern vehicle electronics. It begins with basic electrical and electronic concepts, introducing the principles and terminology essential for understanding automotive systems.
The book explores sensors and actuators on a system-by-system basis, including:
Fundamentals of electrical engineering, electromagnetic phenomena, and motor principles
Passive and active electronic components, integrated circuits, protection devices, and automotive-grade electronics
Sensor characteristics, signal conditioning, ADCs, PWM and frequency outputs, and interface adaptation
Automotive communication links and protocols, including LIN and SENT
Engine sensors: air mass, pressure, temperature, speed, position, exhaust and emissions-related sensors
Transmission sensors for manual and automatic systems
Steering and suspension sensors for conventional and active systems
Vehicle body and electrical system sensors for comfort, climate, access, and monitoring functions
Engine actuators such as throttle bodies, injectors, turbo actuators, EGR systems, ignition components, and pumps
Transmission, brake, steering, suspension, and body actuators
Identification and coding of electronic components and packages commonly used in automotive applications
The structure and operating principles of each component are explained, with relevant electronic circuitry illustrated. Its system-oriented organization and practical focus make it a valuable reference for understanding, testing, and troubleshooting automotive electronic systems.
Principles, Systems, and Electronics
This handbook provides a detailed study of the sensors and actuators at the heart of modern vehicle electronics. It begins with basic electrical and electronic concepts, introducing the principles and terminology essential for understanding automotive systems.
The book explores sensors and actuators on a system-by-system basis, including:
Fundamentals of electrical engineering, electromagnetic phenomena, and motor principles
Passive and active electronic components, integrated circuits, protection devices, and automotive-grade electronics
Sensor characteristics, signal conditioning, ADCs, PWM and frequency outputs, and interface adaptation
Automotive communication links and protocols, including LIN and SENT
Engine sensors: air mass, pressure, temperature, speed, position, exhaust and emissions-related sensors
Transmission sensors for manual and automatic systems
Steering and suspension sensors for conventional and active systems
Vehicle body and electrical system sensors for comfort, climate, access, and monitoring functions
Engine actuators such as throttle bodies, injectors, turbo actuators, EGR systems, ignition components, and pumps
Transmission, brake, steering, suspension, and body actuators
Identification and coding of electronic components and packages commonly used in automotive applications
The structure and operating principles of each component are explained, with relevant electronic circuitry illustrated. Its system-oriented organization and practical focus make it a valuable reference for understanding, testing, and troubleshooting automotive electronic systems.
Analogue Electronics and Microcontrollers Projects
Hobbyist electronics can be a fun way to learn new skills that can be helpful to your career. Those who understand the basics of electronics can design their own circuits and projects. However, before you run, you need to learn to walk.
It all starts with analogue electronics. You should be familiar with the simple components and circuits and understand their basic behaviors and the issues you may encounter. The best way to do this is through real experiments. Theory alone is not enough. This book offers a large number of practical entry-level circuits, with which everyone can gain the basic experience.
Through the widespread introduction of microcontrollers, a new chapter in electronics has begun. Microcontrollers are now performing more and more tasks that were originally solved using discrete components and conventional ICs. Starting out has become easier and easier thanks to platforms including Bascom, Arduino, micro:bit. The book introduces numerous manageable microcontroller applications. It’s now a case of less soldering and more programming.