Arduino-compatible, ESP32-controlled, 2-wheeled Balancing Robot
The Elektor Mini-Wheelie is an experimental autonomous self-balancing robot platform. Based on an ESP32-S3 microcontroller, the self-balancing robot is fully programmable using the Arduino environment and open-source libraries. Its wireless capabilities allow it to be controlled remotely over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or ESP-NOW or to communicate with a user or even another robot.
An ultrasonic transducer is available for detecting obstacles. Its color display can be used for displaying cute facial expressions or, for the more down-to-earth users, cryptic debug messages.
The robot comes as a neat kit of parts that you must assemble yourself. Everything is included, even a screwdriver.
Note: The Mini-Wheelie is an educational development platform intended for learning, experimentation, and robotics development. It is not classified as a toy for children, and its features, documentation, and intended audience reflect this purpose. The product is aimed at students, educators, and developers who wish to explore robotics, programming, and hardware integration in an educational setting.
Specifications
ESP32-S3 microcontroller with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
MPU6050 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU)
Two independently controlled 12 V electric motors with tachometer
Ultrasonic transducer
2.9" TFT color display (320 x 240)
MicroSD card slot
Battery power monitor
3S rechargeable Li-Po battery (11.1 V/2200 mAh)
Battery charger included
Arduino-based open-source software
Dimensions (W x L x H): 23 x 8 x 13 cm
Included
1x ESP32-S3 Mainboard + MPU6050 module
1x LCD board (2.9 inch)
1x Ultrasonic sensor
1x Battery pack (2200 mAh)
1x Battery charger
1x Motor tyre kit
1x Case board
1x Acrylic board
1x Screwdriver
1x Protective strip
1x Flex cable B (8 cm)
1x Flex cable A (12 cm)
1x Flex cable C
4x Copper column A (25 mm)
4x Copper column B (55 mm)
4x Copper column C (5 mm)
2x Plastic nylon column
8x Screws A (10 mm)
24x Screws B (M3x5)
8x Nuts
24x Metal washers
2x Zip tie
1x MicroSD card (32 GB)
Downloads
Documentation
Touch-GUI voor ESP32 en Raspberry & cografische gebruikersinterface met de LittlevGL-bibliotheek
“Niet zomaar een project”vraaggesprek met Gábor Kiss-Vámosi, ontwikkelaar van LittlevGL
Capaci-metermet tweecijferig LED-display in dekatron-stijl
Hoe... een mechanisch contact of schakelaar ontdendereneen schakelaar is open of gesloten – toch?
Developer's Zonetips & trucs, vakkunstigheden en andere nuttige informatie
Uitbreidbaar milieumonitorsysteempubliceert gegevens op IoT-platforms
Multitasking met de ESP32Multitasking met de ESP32 taakgeoriënteerd programmeren met FreeRTOS en de Arduino IDE
Interactiefcorrecties & updates || vragen & antwoorden
Autoverlichting tunenlegaal, illegaal – maakt wél uit!
Review Toolcraft digitaal soldeerstation
Arduino Pro IDEeen eerste indruk
Twee warmtebeeldcamera’s vergeleken
Uit het leven gegrepende inrichting van een lab en werkplaats
Monsanto MAN1 LED-displayvreemde onderdelen
Theetimereen experiment met energy harvesting
Eenfase 1 kW AC-motorsturingdrie bedrijfsmodi: perioderegeling, fase-afsnijding en fase-aansnijding
Snel 3,5'-touchscreen voor de Raspberry Pipresteert beter voor hetzelfde geld
Oost West Lab Besteen blik in het allerheiligste, waar onbevoegden geen toegang hebben...
Eerste stappen met RISC-Vhet LoFive-board onder de loep
LoRa-Tracker: een uitdaging voor het labproblemen en oplossingen bij de ontwikkeling van elektronica
Met de vos in het IoT (2)aanmelden in het Sigfox-netwerk
Alle begin......hoeft niet zo moeilijk te zijn
Analoge elektronica ontwerpencase-study #1 – deel 1: MEMS-microfoon... test-een-twee-drie
Wie het kleine niet eertuit de ideeënbus van Elektor
In het kort: teksten voor microcontrollersspaar geheugen met compressie
In de schijnwerpers: de autonome autooverzicht van de stand van de techniek
Leidende start-ups en innovatoren over “Innovation 4.0” in München
Lego Electronic anno 1968elektronisch speelgoed fascineert na 50 jaar nog steeds
Beyond ElectronicsThe MX3D Bridge Senses the City
Hexadoku
Elektor GREEN and GOLD members can download their digital edition here.
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The ESP-BLASTA Mini ESP32 Rocket Drone That Flies 100 km/h+
Wireless Workshop (1)Radio Modules Unlocked: 433 MHz CC1101 Sub-GHz Transceiver
AM TransmitterWith Square/Sine Wave Generator on Raspberry Pi Pico
STM32Cube Innovation ChallengeCompete with Your Best STM32C5 Design
CoffeeCallerHow a Long Hallway Led to a Custom Mesh-Networked PCB
AudiotronicsTotal Harmonic Distortion
Elektor at 65Projects from Septembers and Octobers Past
Bluetooth Channel Sounding for Asset TrackingCentimeter-Level Precision Ranging for Next-Generation IoT
2026: An AI OdysseyQuantum Computing Is Not the Next GPU
Protecting the Cloud Demands Security at the Edge
First Experiences with the HackRF ProPractical Tests with the New SDR Hardware
Modem Upgrade from GPRS/2G to LTE/4GUsing a Wireless Alarm Control Panel as an Example
Loop Antenna with RF BricksPart 1: A DIY Shortwave Antenna with Adjustable Directivity
Internet Radio to AM ConverterUsing an ESP32-S3 as Transmitter
Err-lectronics
mioty — An OverviewFraunhofer’s Approach to LPWAN
Workbench WisdomPractical Tips from Experts
Walter, the Compact IoT ModulePart 2: Accessing Weather and Data Services
Build Smart Applications with Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and ESP32
Discover how easy and exciting mobile app development can be with MIT App Inventor. This hands-on guide takes you from basic concepts to building real-world mobile applications using a simple visual programming approach—no prior coding experience required. You will create IoT and AI-powered apps for Android devices and explore how App Inventor can also be used with iPhones and iPads.
Connect your applications to platforms such as Arduino UNO R4 WiFi, ESP32, Raspberry Pi Pico (2)W and Raspberry Pi 5, enabling you to build smart, connected systems.
Inside the book, you will learn how to:
Build interactive apps using buttons, images, sound, and multimedia
Create text-to-speech and speech-recognition applications
Develop camera-based and location-aware (GPS) apps
Design useful tools such as calculators and educational apps
Work with smartphone sensors like accelerometers and light sensors
Build AI-powered applications, including voice assistants and image-generation features
Send and receive messages, and create communication-based apps
Connect mobile apps to hardware using Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Control real devices such as LEDs, motors, and sensors
Designed for beginners, students, and hobbyists, this book focuses on learning by doing. By the end, you will have the skills and confidence to create your own innovative applications that interact with both the digital and physical worlds.
Start building and turning your ideas into reality.
Goedkope audiotestermet PC-gebaseerde software en een USB-audio-interface
AC-netfrequentiemeterbewaakt netfrequentie en -spanning
Een kleine inductiemeterbetaalbare oplossing voor de werkbank
Zweven op geluidsgolvende Makerfabs Acoustic Levitation Kit nader bekeken
Alle begin......gaat gelijkrichten FFWD: de blik weer naar voren!
Aan de slag met je oscilloscoopzo gebruik je de knoppen en schakelaars
Een MSF-SDR met de Raspberry Pi Picodecodeer het tijdsignaal met een Pi Pico-SDR
Bodemvochtsensoren voor beregeningssystemenautomatische beregening
Onrust op de markt voor test- en meetapparatuurkleine spelers innoveren Elektor Infographics
Inspiratie, daar draait het omInterview met Ondernemer Walter Arkesteijn, InnoFaith Beauty Sciences EMC-storingen door opslagspoelen minimaliseren
GUI’s maken met Python:Boter-kaas-en-eieren Jeroen en Jan blijven pionieren
Eenvoudige analoge ESR-metermet draaispoelmeter-precisie
Sigfox CO2-stoplichtzonder WiFi-netwerk!
Vrouwen in de techniek“Het gaat allemaal om verdienste tot verdienste tieten heeft”
Low-budget tablet-oscilloscoop ADS1013Dwaar voor je geld?
Anatomie van smart plugsWelke zijn hacker-vriendelijk?
Huidimpedantie en huidcapaciteitexperimenteel onderzocht
Uit het leven gegrepenGeen sant in eigen land
De Pokit Meter bekekeneen Zwitsers zakmes onder de meetinstrumenten
HexadokuPuzzelen voor elektronici
Elektronische systemen in een voertuig worden steeds belangrijker. Dit wordt mede veroorzaakt door de toenemende milieu- en veiligheidseisen en de wensen ten aanzien van het comfort. Dit leidt niet alleen tot een toename van het aantal regeleenheden (tot 80 stuks in een enkel voertuig) maar deze regeleenheden, die vaak van verschillende leveranciers zijn, moeten ook met elkaar communiceren.
Vanaf 2008 is het voor nieuwe voertuigen die voor typegoedkeuring worden aangeboden, verplicht om ten aanzien van emissiegerelateerde storingen via de CAN-bus met een externe diagnosetester te communiceren, volgens een door Europese regelgeving vastgestelde norm. Er wordt uitgebreid aandacht besteed aan de opbouw en werking van het CAN-protocol, gezien vanuit zowel de software als de hardware. Onderwerpen die aan bod komen zijn onder andere de opbouw van een CAN-bericht, de prioriteitsregeling en de fysieke verbinding. Behalve de CAN-bus komt ook EOBD via de CAN-bus uitgebreid aan de orde: hoe werkt EOBD, en welke diagnostische gegevens zijn met behulp van een diagnosetester toegankelijk.
De ‘rode draad’ wordt gevormd door de regelgeving van de Europese Unie en de internationale ISO- en SAE-normen. Deze regelgeving en normen moeten er voor zorgen dat de milieubelasting tot een minimum wordt beperkt en een milieugerelateerde storing snel gesignaleerd (en gerepareerd) wordt.
Na het doorlezen en bestuderen van de inhoud wordt de CAN-bus en de diagnose via de CAN-bus voor iedereen inzichtelijk; de hobbyist die een CAN-bericht wil begrijpen en eventueel een eigen CAN-bussysteem wil opzetten, de sleutelaar die de storingen van zijn eigen voertuig wil uitlezen en repareren, maar ook de professionele diagnosetechnicus die een lastige fout moet opsporen. Daarnaast kunnen studenten en ontwikkelaars van CAN- en EOBD-applicaties door bestuderen en vooral experimenteren een basis leggen voor eigen toepassingen.
The FNIRSI SWM-20 handheld spot welder is a high-efficiency, user-friendly, and easy-to-carry welding tool. It features dual-pulse spot welding technology, ensuring more stable and reliable welds, and also includes a convenient power bank function.
Equipped with a 2.4-inch HD display, the SWM-20 offers clear and intuitive operation. Its rotary encoder knob allows users to adjust parameters quickly and precisely, making it easy to set the required welding settings and improving the overall user experience.
Features
2-in-1: Spot Welder & 5000 mAh Power Bank
1200 A High-Power Output for Strong, Reliable Welds
Dual-Pulse Technology for Cleaner & More Stable Welding
Dual A-Grade Batteries with 8 Safety Protections
0.1–0.5 mm Multi-Material Welding Capability
10,000+ Precision Adjustment Levels for Professional Control
2.4-inch TFT Display with Real-Time Data Monitoring
Specifications
Max Welding Current
1200 A
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
Charging
5 V/2.1 A
Discharging
5 V/2.1 A
Welding Materials
Nickel, Iron, Stainless Steel
Welding Thickness
0.1‒0.5 mm
Level
4 Preset Combination Levels
Dimensions
13.3 x 8.8 x 3.2 cm
Weight
850 g
Included
1x FNIRSI SWM-20 Spot Welder
2x Welding Pens
2x Replacement Tips
1x Nickel Strip
1x USB-C Cable
1x Manual
Downloads
Manual
The Elektor Super Servo Tester can control servos and measure servo signals. It can test up to four servo channels at the same time.
The Super Servo Tester comes as a kit. All the parts required to assemble the Super Servo Tester are included in the kit. Assembling the kit requires basic soldering skills. The microcontroller is already programmed.
The Super Servo Tester features two operating modes: Control/Manual and Measure/Inputs.
In Control/Manual mode the Super Servo Tester generates control signals on its outputs for up to four servos or for the flight controller or ESC. The signals are controlled by the four potentiometers.
In Measure/Inputs the Super Servo Tester measures the servo signals connected to its inputs. These signals may come from for instance an ESC, a flight controller, or the receiver or another device. The signals are also routed to the outputs to control the servos or the flight controller or ESC. The results are shown on the display.
Specifications
Operating modes
Control/Manual & Measure/Inputs
Channels
3
Servo signal inputs
4
Servo signal outputs
4
Alarm
Buzzer & LED
Display
0.96' OLED (128 x 32 pixels)
Input voltage on K5
7-12 VDC
Input voltage on K1
5-7.5 VDC
Input current
30 mA (9 VDC on K5, nothing connected to K1 and K2)
Dimensions
113 x 66 x 25 mm
Weight
60 g
Included
Resistors (0.25 W)
R1, R3
1 kΩ, 5%
R2, R4, R5, R6, R7, R9, R10
10 kΩ, 5%
R8
22 Ω, 5%
P1, P2, P3, P4
10 kΩ, lin/B, vertical potentiometer
Capacitors
C1
100 µF 16 V
C2
10 µF 25 V
C3, C4, C7
100 nF
C5, C6
22 pF
Semiconductors
D1
1N5817
D2
LM385Z-2.5
D3
BZX79-C5V1
IC1
7805
IC2
ATmega328P-PU, programmed
LED1
LED, 3 mm, red
T1
2N7000
Miscellaneous
BUZ1
Piezo buzzer with oscillator
K1, K2
2-row, 12-way pinheader, 90°
K5
Barrel jack
K4
1-row, 4-way pin socket
K3
2-row, 6-way boxed pinheader
S1
Slide switch DPDT
S2
Slide switch SPDT
X1
Crystal, 16 MHz
28-way DIP socket for IC2
Elektor PCB
OLED display, 0.96', 128 x 32 pixels, 4-pin I²C interface
Links
Elektor Magazine
Elektor Labs
This complete ESP32 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 ESP32
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 the ESP32 using the Arduino IDE
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
ESP32 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
The OWON XSA815-TG (9 kHz-1.5 GHz) is a cost effective spectrum analyzer with tracking generator included and a frequency resolutions of 1 Hz.
Features
Frequency Range from 9 kHz to 1.500009 GHz
9-inch display
9 kHz to 1 MHz -95 dBm Displayed Average Noise Level, 1 MHz to 500 MHz 140 dBm (Typical), <-130 dBm
Phase Noise
-10 kHz <-80 dBc/Hz
100 kHz <-100 dBc/Hz
1 MHz <-115 dBc/Hz
Resolution Bandwidth (-3 dB): 1 Hz to 1 MHz, in 1-3-5-10 sequence
Tracking Generator Kit: 100 kHz to 1.500009 GHz
Specifications
Frequency Range
9 kHz to 500.009 MHz
Frequency Resolution
1 Hz
Frequency Span
9 kHz to 1.500009 GHz
Span Range
0 Hz, 100 Hz to max frequency of instrument
Span Uncertainty
±span / (sweep points-1)
SSB Phase Noise (20°C to 30°C, fc=1 GHz)
Carrier Offset
10 kHz <-80 dBc/Hz | 100 kHz <-100 dBc/Hz | 1 MHz <-115 dBc/Hz
Resolution Bandwidth (-3 dB)
1 Hz to 1 MHz, in 1-3-5-10 sequence
RBW Accuracy
<5% typical
Resolution Filter Shape Factor (60 dB: 3 dB)
<5 typical
Video Bandwidth (-3 dB)
10 Hz to 1 MHz, in 1-3-5-10 sequence
Amplitude measurement range
DANL to +10 dBm, 100 kHz to 10 MHz, Preamp Off
DANL to +20 dBm, 10 MHz to 1.5 GHz, Preamp Off
Reference Level
-80 dBm to +30 dBm, 0.01dB by step
Preamp
20 dB, nominal, 100 kHz to 1.5 GHz
Input Attenuator
0 to 40 dB, 1 dB by step
Display Average Noise Level Input attenuation = 0 dB, RBW = VBW = 100 Hz, sample detector, trace average ≥ 50, 20°C to 30°C, input impedance = 50 Ω)
Preamp Off 9 kHz to 1 MHz
-95 dBm (Typical), <-88 dBm
Preamp Off 1 MHz to 500 MHz
-140 dBm (Typical), <-130 dBm
Preamp On 100 kHz to 1 MHz
-135 dBm (Typical), <-128 dBm
Preamp On 1 MHz to 500 MHz
-160 dBm (Typical),<-150 dBm
Tracking Generator (optional)
Frequency Range
100 kHz to 1.500009 GHz
Output power level range
-40 dBm to 0 dBm
Output level resolution 1 dB
Output flatness
Relative to 50 MHz | ±3 dB
Tracking generator spurious
Harmonic spurious -30 dBc (Tracking generator output power -10 dBm)
Non-harmonic spurious -40 dBc (Tracking generator output power -10 dBm)
Tracking generator to input terminal isolation
-60 dB (Tracking generator output power 0 dBm)
Tracking generator to input terminal isolation
-60 dB (Tracking generator output power 0 dBm)
Tracking generator to input terminal isolation
-60 dB (Tracking generator output power 0 dBm)
Dimensions
375 x 185 x 120 mm
Weight
3.7 kg
Included
1x XSA815-TG
1x 220 V AC power cord
1x USB Cable
1x Quickstart guide
Downloads
Quick Guide
Specifications
This bundle is all about designing projects based on the 555 timer IC. The book features over 45 fully tested and documented projects. Together with the kit, which contains more than 130 through-hole components, you can build all the projects described on a breadboard. The setup also makes it easy to modify and experiment with the projects.
Over 45 Builds for the Legendary 555 Chip (and the 556, 558)
Some of the projects in the book are:
Alternately Flashing Two LEDs
Changing LED Flashing Rate
Touch Sensor On/Off Switch
Switch On/Off Delay
Light-Dependent Sound
Dark/Light Switch
Tone Burst Generator
Long Duration Timer
Chasing LEDs
LED Roulette Game
Traffic Lights
Continuity Tester
Electronic Lock
Switch Contact Debouncing
Toy Electronic Organ
Multiple Sensor Alarm System
Metronome
Voltage Multipliers
Electronic Dice
7-Segment Display Counter
Motor Control
7-Segment Display Dice
Electronic Siren
Various Other Projects
Kit Contents
Resistors
1x 15 kΩ
1x 68 kΩ
2x 47 kΩ
1x 82 kΩ
2x 820 Ω
1x 8.2 kΩ
3x 10 kΩ
1x 1.8 kΩ
1x 6.8 kΩ
14x 2.2 kΩ
10x 680 Ω
1x 27 kΩ
1x 5.6 kΩ
1x 560 kΩ
1x 4.7 kΩ
1x 3.3 kΩ
3x 33 kΩ
1x 36 kΩ
2x 100 kΩ
5x 1 kΩ
1x 3.9 kΩ
2x 56 kΩ
2x 12 kΩ
1x 10 kΩ potentiometer
1x 1 MΩ potentiometer
2x 50 kΩ potentiometer
3x 20 kΩ potentiometer
1x 10 kΩ potentiometer
1x 10 kΩ potentiometer
1x 50 kΩ potentiometer
1x 100 kΩ potentiometer
1x 50 kΩ potentiometer
Capacitors
1x 0.33 μF
1x 1 μF
1x 10 nF
1x 22 nF
1x 47 nF
1x 100 nF
1x 10 μF electrolytic
1x 33 μF electrolytic
2x 100 μF electrolytic
LEDs
10x 5 mm red LED
10x 3 mm red LED
3x 3 mm yellow LED
3x 3 mm green LED
1x Common-cathode 7-segment LED
Semiconductors
3x 555 timer
1x CD4017 counter
1x CD4026 counter
1x CD4011 NAND gate
4x 1N4148 diode
1x IRFZ46N MOSFET
1x Thermistor
1x Light dependent resistor (LDR)
Miscellaneous
1x Passive buzzer
1x Active buzzer
1x SG90 servo
1x 8 Ω mini loudspeaker
1x 9 V DC brushed motor
1x 5 V relay
1x 9 V battery clip
7x Pushbutton switches
1x Breadboard
1x Breadboard jumper wires
Mit dem Elektor Arduino Nano Trainingsboard (MCCAB) eigene Projekte realisieren
Der Mikrocontroller ist das wohl faszinierendste Teilgebiet der Elektronik, denn aufgrund der Vielzahl von Funktionen, die er auf seinem Chip vereinigt, ist er für den Entwickler ein universelles Multi-Tool zur Realisierung seiner Projekte. Praktisch jedes Gerät des täglichen Gebrauchs wird heute von einem Mikrocontroller gesteuert. Für einen elektronischen Laien blieb es aufgrund der Komplexität bisher allerdings ein Wunschtraum, eigene Ideen mit einem Mikrocontroller zu realisieren. Das Arduino-Konzept hat den Einsatz von Mikrocontrollern weitgehend vereinfacht, sodass jetzt auch Laien eigene Elektronik-Ideen mit einem Mikrocontroller verwirklichen können.
Buch & Hardware im Bundle: 'Learning by Doing'
Dieses im Bundle mitgelieferte Buch (im großen A4-Format) zeigt, wie man auch ohne große Erfahrung in Elektronik und Programmiersprachen eigene Projekte mit einem Mikrocontroller realisieren kann. Es ist ein Mikrocontroller-Praxiskurs für Einsteiger, denn nach einem Überblick über die Interna des Mikrocontrollers und einer Einführung in die Programmiersprache C liegt der Schwerpunkt des Kurses auf den praktischen Übungen. Der Leser eignet sich die erforderlichen Kenntnisse durch 'Learning by Doing' an: in dem umfangreichen Praxisteil mit 12 Projekten und 46 Übungen wird das im vorderen Teil des Buches Gelernte mit vielen Beispielen unterlegt. Die Übungen sind dabei so aufgebaut, dass der Bearbeiter eine Aufgabenstellung erhält, die er mit seinem im Theorieteil des Buches aufgebauten Wissen löst. Für jede Übung gibt es anschließend eine ausführlich erklärte und kommentierte Musterlösung, die dem Bearbeiter bei Problemen weiterhilft und die er mit seiner eigenen Lösung vergleichen kann.
Arduino IDE
In der Arduino IDE, einer Software-Entwicklungsumgebung, die kostenlos auf den eigenen PC heruntergeladen werden kann und die das gesamte Softwarepaket enthält, das für ein eigenes Mikrocontroller-Projekt benötigt wird, schreibt der Bearbeiter mit dem Editor der IDE seine Programme („Apps“) in der Programmiersprache C. Der in die Arduino IDE integrierte Compiler übersetzt sie in die Bits und Bytes, die der Mikrocontroller versteht und die dann über ein USB-Kabel in den Speicher des Mikrocontrollers auf dem Elektor Arduino Nano Trainingsboard (MCCAB) geladen werden.
Externe Sensoren, Motoren oder Baugruppen abfragen oder steuern
Das Elektor Arduino Nano Trainingsboard (MCCAB) enthält neben einem Mikrocontrollermodul Arduino Nano alle für die Übungen benötigten Bauteile wie Leuchtdioden, Schalter, Taster, akustische Signalgeber usw. Auch externe Sensoren, Motoren oder Baugruppen können mit diesem Mikrocontroller-Übungssystem abgefragt oder gesteuert werden.
Technische Daten (Arduino Nano Trainingsboard MCCAB)
Stromversorgung
Über die USB-Verbindung des zur Erstellung der Programme sowieso angeschlossenen PCs oder ein externes Netzteil (nicht im Lieferumfang enthalten)
Betriebsspannung
+5 Vcc
Eingangsspannung
Alle Eingänge
0 V bis +5 V
VX1 und VX2
+8 V bis +12 V (nur bei Verwendung eines externen Netzteils)
Mikrocontrollermodul
Arduino Nano
Hardwareperipherie
LCD
2x16 Zeichen
Potenziometer P1 & P2
JP3: Auswahl der Betriebsspannung von P1 & P2
Verteiler
SV4: Verteiler für die BetriebsspannungenSV5, SV6: Verteiler für die Ein-/Ausgänge des Mikrocontrollers
Schalter und Taster
RESET-Taster auf dem Arduino Nano-Modul6x Tastschalter K1 … K66x Schiebeschalter S1 … S6JP2: Verbindung der Schalter mit den Eingängen des Mikrocontrollers
Summer
Piezo-Summer Buzzer1 mit Steckbrücke auf JP6
Leuchtanzeigen
LED L auf dem Arduino Nano-Modul, verbunden mit GPIO D1311x LED: Zustandsanzeige für die Ein-/AusgängeJP6: Verbindung der LEDs LD10 … LD20 mit den GPIOs D2 … D12
Serielle SchnittstellenSPI & I²C
JP4: Auswahl des Signals an Pin X der SPI-Steckerleiste SV12SV9 bis SV12: SPI-Interface (3,3 V/5 V) bzw. I²C-Interface
Schaltausgang für externe Geräte
SV1, SV7: Schaltausgang (maximal +24 V/160 mA, extern zugeführt)SV2: 2x13 Pins zum Anschluss externer Module
3x3 LED-Matrix (9 rote LEDs)
SV3: Spalten der 3x3 LED-Matrix (Ausgänge D6 … D8)JP1: Verbindung der Reihen mit den GPIOs D3 … D5
Software
Library MCCABLib
Steuerung der Hardware-Komponenten (Schalter, Taster, Leuchtdioden, 3x3 LED-Matrix, Summer) auf dem MCCAB Trainingsboard
Betriebstemperatur
bis +40 °C
Abmessungen
100 x 100 x 20 mm
Technische Daten (Arduino Nano)
Mikrocontroller
ATmega328P
Architektur
AVR
Betriebsspannung
5 V
Flashspeicher
32 KB, davon 2 KB vom Bootloader belegt
SRAM
2 KB
Taktfrequenz
16 MHz
Analoge IN-Pins
8
EEPROM
1 KB
DC-Strom pro I/O-Pin
40 mA an einem I/O-Pin, insgesamt maximal 200 mA an allen Pins gemeinsam
Eingangsspannung
7-12 V
Digitale I/O-Pins
22 (6 davon sind PWM-fähig)
PWM-Ausgänge
6
Stromverbrauch
19 mA
Abmessungen
18 x 45 mm
Gewicht
7 g
Lieferumfang
Elektor Arduino Nano MCCAB Trainingsboard
Arduino Nano
Buch: Mikrocontroller-Praxiskurs für Arduino-Einsteiger