Instructables: exploring - technology - arduino - control - arduino http://www.instructables.com Fri, 24 May 2013 10:15:01 PDT BLOX v1.01 Arduino - Control Servo with Visual Basic http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Control-Servo-with-Visual-Basic/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/LVYI/HET0RM1F/FISLVYIHET0RM1F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/LVYI/HET0RM1F/FISLVYIHET0RM1F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/LVYI/HET0RM1F/FISLVYIHET0RM1F.SMALL.jpg RuiSantos Hi guys, Today I'll show how you can control a servo with Visual basic. Before this project I’ve never used Visual basic so if anyone finds any mistake in my code please leave a comment here and help me improve it. you can visit my website for more electronic projects, interesting news and tips: h...
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Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:25:26 PST
Arduino + Nokia 5110 display + IR sensor http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Nokia-5110-display-IR-sensor/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/7MR6/HCV98222/F587MR6HCV98222.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/7MR6/HCV98222/F587MR6HCV98222.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/7MR6/HCV98222/F587MR6HCV98222.SMALL.jpg Timofte Andrei Hi! Today I'm show you my new project using an Arduino UNO, a Nokia 5110 display (PCD8544) and an IR sensor. I managed to write a sketch that's reading the data received by the IR sensor and then display the names of the pushed buttons on the screen. I also used Nokia's entire board with lcd and key...
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Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:31:09 PST
Remote control via GPRS/GSM SMS. http://www.instructables.com/id/Control-the-relays-via-GPRS-SMS/
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Wed, 23 Jan 2013 22:36:09 PST
Control Arduino Board Wirelessly With iPhone, iPad or iPod Using iArduino App and Ethernet Shield http://www.instructables.com/id/Control-Arduino-Board-Wirelessly-With-iPhone-iPad/
Control Arduino Board Wirelessly With iPhone, iPad or iPod Using iArduino App and Ethernet Shield - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/R9ET/H9T4CK38/FKMR9ETH9T4CK38.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/R9ET/H9T4CK38/FKMR9ETH9T4CK38.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/R9ET/H9T4CK38/FKMR9ETH9T4CK38.SMALL.jpg DjTronix This tutorial will guide you with how to make whole setup to control your Arduino Board with iArduino application.For understanding, we will use Led and we will switch it On and Off  with the help of iArduino app.From this you will get the idea about how to setup iArduino to control your Arduino boa...
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Sun, 25 Nov 2012 23:08:33 PST
Mike's Lab | Control anything using Twitter! http://www.instructables.com/id/Mikes-Lab-Control-anything-using-Twitter/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/KMJN/H9T4SCOK/FY8KMJNH9T4SCOK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/KMJN/H9T4SCOK/FY8KMJNH9T4SCOK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/KMJN/H9T4SCOK/FY8KMJNH9T4SCOK.SMALL.jpg mpieters1 In this project I'll show you how to control your projects using Twitter! The code used in this project is available here: http://www.mikepieters.com/codes/tweetLED.ino
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Thu, 22 Nov 2012 11:20:07 PST
Mike's Lab | Voice Controlled Lights http://www.instructables.com/id/Mikes-Lab-Voice-Controlled-Lights/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL1/QGZM/H9G15RBB/FL1QGZMH9G15RBB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL1/QGZM/H9G15RBB/FL1QGZMH9G15RBB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL1/QGZM/H9G15RBB/FL1QGZMH9G15RBB.SMALL.jpg mpieters1 In this tutorial I'll show you how to use the Arduino to control lights with your own voice! The code used in this tutorial is available here: http://www.mikepieters.com/codes/mikeslab.ino To use this code, first download the library here: http://www.veear.eu/downloads/
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Wed, 14 Nov 2012 08:04:15 PST
Puzzlebox Orbit: Using an Arduino to Control an Infrared Helicopter http://www.instructables.com/id/Puzzlebox-Orbit-Using-an-Arduino-to-Control-an-In/
Puzzlebox Orbit: Using an Arduino to Control an Infrared Helicopter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPE/66FN/H9G11PBA/FPE66FNH9G11PBA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPE/66FN/H9G11PBA/FPE66FNH9G11PBA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPE/66FN/H9G11PBA/FPE66FNH9G11PBA.SMALL.jpg puzzlebox In this Instructable we will explain how infrared signals are used by a remote to control a toy or device, then show how a simple circuit can be added to an Arduino to operate the same device through free, Open Source software. This document is part of a series covering the Puzzlebox Orbit, a brain...
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Tue, 13 Nov 2012 12:13:15 PST
Arduino-Controlled Chemical Foam Spewing Pumpkin http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Controlled-Chemical-Foam-Spewing-Pumpkin/
Arduino-Controlled Chemical Foam Spewing Pumpkin - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/JAQ9/H8XM1WTV/FCNJAQ9H8XM1WTV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/JAQ9/H8XM1WTV/FCNJAQ9H8XM1WTV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/JAQ9/H8XM1WTV/FCNJAQ9H8XM1WTV.SMALL.gif SF Media Labs If the thought of dozens of tricker-or-treaters in gross-out costumes knocking down your door makes you want to spew, have we got the pumpkin for you! Every time the Arduino-Controlled Chemical Foam Spewing Pumpkin encounters a trick-or-treater at your doorstep, it spews burning chemical foam all ...
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Mon, 5 Nov 2012 11:33:57 PST
Computer Controlled RGB Led http://www.instructables.com/id/Computer-Controlled-RGB-Led/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/ZI8Z/H6734X4O/FKCZI8ZH6734X4O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/ZI8Z/H6734X4O/FKCZI8ZH6734X4O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/ZI8Z/H6734X4O/FKCZI8ZH6734X4O.SMALL.jpg juggleboy Here are some photos of a project I've been working on. Its a RGB Led that can be controlled from my PC. In addition to being able to change its color, I am also able to make it blink at any rate I choose. I started this project a while back but stopped when I got stumped trying to devise a way to s...
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Thu, 30 Aug 2012 17:53:54 PDT
Arduino project done using Matlab-Simulink. http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-project-done-using-Matlab-Simulink/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIG/RJZ6/H5TUBAEP/FIGRJZ6H5TUBAEP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIG/RJZ6/H5TUBAEP/FIGRJZ6H5TUBAEP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIG/RJZ6/H5TUBAEP/FIGRJZ6H5TUBAEP.SMALL.jpg Mohammad AlShawabkeh In this project I will make an interfacing with Matlab-Simulink using Arduino to build a control system, instead of using the conventional ID of Arduino, and this can be done via a special library MathWorks build it to this aim. This method depends on the main blocks of the Simulink libraries, ...
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Mon, 20 Aug 2012 03:14:11 PDT
$1.50 Arduino TV Annoyer!! (Turns TVs on when you want them off) http://www.instructables.com/id/150-Arduino-TV-Annoyer-Turns-TVs-on-when-you-/
$1.50 Arduino TV Annoyer!! (Turns TVs on when you want them off) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Y/QT5L/H52FXKOO/F4YQT5LH52FXKOO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Y/QT5L/H52FXKOO/F4YQT5LH52FXKOO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Y/QT5L/H52FXKOO/F4YQT5LH52FXKOO.SMALL.jpg xBacon Hey Arduino fans! Here is an 'ible for making a device that turns TVs on when you want them off, and off then you want them on! If you hide it in something inconspicuous, it would make a great April Fools joke or gag gift. And the best part is that the total parts cost is less than $1.50!! (Assumin...
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Wed, 1 Aug 2012 11:06:25 PDT
Arduino Controlled ATX Power Supply http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Controlled-ATX-Power-Supply/
Arduino Controlled ATX Power Supply - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/SJVQ/H3IHU7K5/F05SJVQH3IHU7K5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/SJVQ/H3IHU7K5/F05SJVQH3IHU7K5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/SJVQ/H3IHU7K5/F05SJVQH3IHU7K5.SMALL.jpg Ugifer Can a microcontroller control its own power?  Well nearly! An ATX power supply, either new or from an old PC, is a great way to power Arduino and other microcontroller projects.  That is covered in several 'ibles such as this one.  However, because of some of the special features of an ATX, we can ...
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Sat, 16 Jun 2012 13:12:32 PDT
How to make an expandable, professional, pc controlled fireworks launcher http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-an-expandable-professional-pc-contro/
How to make an expandable, professional, pc controlled fireworks launcher - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2X/LZDU/H2WEQ5O0/F2XLZDUH2WEQ5O0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2X/LZDU/H2WEQ5O0/F2XLZDUH2WEQ5O0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2X/LZDU/H2WEQ5O0/F2XLZDUH2WEQ5O0.SMALL.jpg ghostbust555  The basis of this project is the arduino MEGA. If you have not experience with it it is a good platform for beginners and I will provide all the code necessary. With this you'll be able to launch hundreds of shells off. First, order your supplies. You'll need- - 2 arduino megas ($50-$60 each) or ...
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Mon, 4 Jun 2012 21:27:22 PDT
Control Servos over the Internet via Arduino with Teleduino http://www.instructables.com/id/Control-Servos-over-the-Internet-via-Arduino-with-/
Control Servos over the Internet via Arduino with Teleduino - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/FZGG/H2MYJPSW/FLHFZGGH2MYJPSW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/FZGG/H2MYJPSW/FLHFZGGH2MYJPSW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/FZGG/H2MYJPSW/FLHFZGGH2MYJPSW.SMALL.jpg nathanknz Servos have many uses and can be a lot of fun to play around with. Something that can be heaps of fun is taking control of up to six servos over the internet! Just imagine the possibilities. This process is made really simple using the Teleduino sketch for your ethernet enabled Arduino. Haven't hea...
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Fri, 25 May 2012 11:49:52 PDT
Using Arduino and Bluetooth control a two-drive car http://www.instructables.com/id/Using-Arduino-and-Bluetooth-control-a-two-drive-ca/
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Tue, 8 May 2012 06:58:20 PDT
Control a Relay over the Internet via Arduino with Teleduino http://www.instructables.com/id/Control-a-Relay-over-the-Internet-via-Arduino-with/
Control a Relay over the Internet via Arduino with Teleduino - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQZ/343B/H1JU6KCF/FQZ343BH1JU6KCF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQZ/343B/H1JU6KCF/FQZ343BH1JU6KCF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQZ/343B/H1JU6KCF/FQZ343BH1JU6KCF.SMALL.jpg nathanknz Relays are an oldie but a goodie. They allow you to switch high current/voltage loads using a digital output from something like the Arduino. What would make a relay even better? How about controlling a relay over the internet from anywhere in the world? Yea! This process is made really simple usi...
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Fri, 27 Apr 2012 19:32:33 PDT
Controlling an Arduino Board Using an Infrared Remote Control http://www.instructables.com/id/Controlling-an-Arduino-Board-Using-an-Infrared-Rem/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/YXG3/H1HMDOQE/FJLYXG3H1HMDOQE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/YXG3/H1HMDOQE/FJLYXG3H1HMDOQE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/YXG3/H1HMDOQE/FJLYXG3H1HMDOQE.SMALL.jpg norednored I-Introduction Hello everyone, my name is Noreddine Kessa, I am an electronics enthusiast.  I had fun this weekend playing with my new toy ,  Arduino ATmega328 DIY Kit that I got on eBay, and I would love to share the joy with everyone interested in learning about the subject. OK enough of that,  le...
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Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:23:56 PDT
Control anything remotely with Infrared signals. http://www.instructables.com/id/Control-anything-remotely-with-Infrared-signals/
Control anything remotely with Infrared signals. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWP/46YR/H1EN01R5/FWP46YRH1EN01R5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWP/46YR/H1EN01R5/FWP46YRH1EN01R5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWP/46YR/H1EN01R5/FWP46YRH1EN01R5.SMALL.jpg Hammock Boy Who would have thought that just about every Arduino attachment can be controlled in some way with a TV remote? Now its time to find out how. Setup and Materials The setup for this is quite basic. The real challenge is finding neat products for this and writing the code. Materials. 1x Arduino 1x...
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Wed, 25 Apr 2012 05:23:22 PDT
Control an LED over the Internet via Arduino with Teleduino http://www.instructables.com/id/Control-an-LED-over-the-Internet-via-Arduino-with-/
Control an LED over the Internet via Arduino with Teleduino - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/9G0Z/H1AH6TNV/F389G0ZH1AH6TNV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/9G0Z/H1AH6TNV/F389G0ZH1AH6TNV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/9G0Z/H1AH6TNV/F389G0ZH1AH6TNV.SMALL.jpg nathanknz There is something cool about making an LED glow via an Arduino. What could make that even cooler? How about making that LED glow from anywhere in the world via the internet? Now we're talkin'! This process is made really simple using the Teleduino sketch for your ethernet enabled Arduino. Haven't ...
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Sat, 21 Apr 2012 23:11:50 PDT
Control an LED over the internet using the Arduino Ethernet Shield and Transistor http://www.instructables.com/id/Control-an-LED-over-the-internet-using-the-Arduino/
Control an LED over the internet using the Arduino Ethernet Shield and Transistor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/HRXV/H0OJ0UAT/FLHHRXVH0OJ0UAT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/HRXV/H0OJ0UAT/FLHHRXVH0OJ0UAT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/HRXV/H0OJ0UAT/FLHHRXVH0OJ0UAT.SMALL.jpg CDCosma Today I will be showing you how to control an LED over the internet using an ethernet shield and an arduino. PARTS NEEDED: 1x Arduino (In my case I am using the Duemilanove) 1x Arduino Ethernet Shield (It HAS to have a W5100 chip, sorry ENC28J60 users!) 1x 2N2222 NPN Transistor | http://bit.ly/HXkK...
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Sun, 15 Apr 2012 16:01:27 PDT
Arduino Controlled Nerf Vulcan http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Controled-Nerf-Vulcan/
Arduino Controlled Nerf Vulcan - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC7/81RW/H0OJ164M/FC781RWH0OJ164M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC7/81RW/H0OJ164M/FC781RWH0OJ164M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC7/81RW/H0OJ164M/FC781RWH0OJ164M.SMALL.jpg alecnotalex Yes, this is exactly what the title says it is. This instructable will teach you how to control any Nerf Vulcan, with your Arduino. The provided tutorial will just shoot for 2.5 seconds, stop for 2.5 seconds, and so on. It is like a "hello world" program for controlling your Nerf Vulcan. It can easi...
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Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:11:15 PDT
How to control your TV with an Arduino! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-control-your-TV-with-an-Arduino/
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Sat, 3 Dec 2011 20:47:13 PST
Control your Arduino with a remote http://www.instructables.com/id/Control-your-Arduino-with-a-remote/
Control your Arduino with a remote - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/4HEY/GVQHPXNF/FTX4HEYGVQHPXNF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/4HEY/GVQHPXNF/FTX4HEYGVQHPXNF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/4HEY/GVQHPXNF/FTX4HEYGVQHPXNF.SMALL.jpg phorvath92 Wondering about how to control anything in your house with a simple remote control? It's pretty simple and cheap. Collect stuff Here is what you will need: - Arduino (I use UNO) - Solderless breadboard - An infrared receiver - Solderless wires - Any kind of remote control Assemble the receiv...
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Sat, 3 Dec 2011 10:12:47 PST
Arduino + iPod http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-iPod/
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Tue, 22 Nov 2011 15:41:34 PST
Arduino Computer Control http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Computer-Control/
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Sun, 6 Nov 2011 06:25:28 PST
Arduino-powered A-10 stick grip remote w/Emergency Party Button! http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-powered-A-10-stick-grip-remote-wEmergency/
Arduino-powered A-10 stick grip remote w/Emergency Party Button! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/H21P/GU4HW7PY/F74H21PGU4HW7PY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/H21P/GU4HW7PY/F74H21PGU4HW7PY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/H21P/GU4HW7PY/F74H21PGU4HW7PY.SMALL.jpg spikec I came across Plama2002's "Emergency Party Button" build a while back and wanted something similar for my bar. I also had an old USAF B-8 stick grip from an A-10A that I picked up in my previous life. I figured instead of just being a conversation piece, I could put it to good use as a remote contro...
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Sat, 29 Oct 2011 20:41:16 PDT
Use Twitter to control Arduino Uno via Visual Basic 2010 http://www.instructables.com/id/Use-Twitter-to-control-Arduino-Uno-via-Visual-Basi/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/XD44/GSUT1DMJ/FV6XD44GSUT1DMJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/XD44/GSUT1DMJ/FV6XD44GSUT1DMJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/XD44/GSUT1DMJ/FV6XD44GSUT1DMJ.SMALL.jpg techbitar UPDATE Mar 29,2012: The TwitterVB libraries once published on http://twittervb.codeplex.com have been unpublished by their developers.  A while ago, I was hoping to spend time to update this guide for an alternative solution. I have not found the time as my project backlog is constantly increasing a...
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Sun, 25 Sep 2011 05:43:53 PDT
Reverse Engineering =Uzzors2k= Bluecar Android App. Amarino Stuff Too. http://www.instructables.com/id/Reverse-Engineering-Uzzors2k-Bluecar-Android-App/
Reverse Engineering =Uzzors2k= Bluecar Android App. Amarino Stuff Too. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.png http://www.instructables.com/static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.png http://www.instructables.com/static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif robwasab This instructable will mostly help people trying to drive/james bond (tomorrow never dies of course) rc cars.  If your just trying to turn on lights, or control your garage with bluetooth from an android phone, there are tons of other, better, easier, faster methods.  Hello to whoever finds this h...
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Mon, 11 Jul 2011 12:12:23 PDT
Web-controlled Twittering Roomba http://www.instructables.com/id/Web-controlled-Twittering-Roomba/
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Thu, 16 Jun 2011 18:02:33 PDT
Twitter controlled Arduino Outputs - no PC - LCD Display + Sensor data to Twitter http://www.instructables.com/id/Twitter-controlled-Arduino-Outputs-no-PCLCD-Disp/
Twitter controlled Arduino Outputs - no PC - LCD Display + Sensor data to Twitter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1G/3A3K/GLWQVUOI/F1G3A3KGLWQVUOI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1G/3A3K/GLWQVUOI/F1G3A3KGLWQVUOI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1G/3A3K/GLWQVUOI/F1G3A3KGLWQVUOI.SMALL.jpg XenonJohn Control digital out pins by Twitter messages. Sensor readings sent back to Twitter. MODIFIED BY JOHN DINGLEY FROM Twitter2LCD originally written by Fabrizio Granelli See http://www.instructables.com/id/Displaying-Twitter-feed-without-a-PC/ *You can send text messages to the Arduino LCD screen from ...
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Sat, 2 Apr 2011 06:12:10 PDT
Make a simple platform and give mobility to your computer http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-simple-platform-and-give-mobility-to-your-c/
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Sun, 20 Mar 2011 10:34:11 PDT
Simple Ipod Controller http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Ipod-Controller/
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Sun, 13 Feb 2011 18:59:43 PST
Arduino Controlled Servo Exerciser http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Controlled-Servo-Exerciser/
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Thu, 10 Feb 2011 13:35:48 PST
Use a PS3 Controller to control an Arduino NXT Bot http://www.instructables.com/id/Use-a-PS3-Controller-to-control-an-Arduino-NXT-Bot/
Use a PS3 Controller to control an Arduino NXT Bot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/V18R/GI0TCQ2V/FTYV18RGI0TCQ2V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/V18R/GI0TCQ2V/FTYV18RGI0TCQ2V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/V18R/GI0TCQ2V/FTYV18RGI0TCQ2V.SMALL.jpg nahamancygig UPDATE:   I've fixed a couple of running bugs with the data packet, and I've modified the NXTI2CDevice library to be compatible with Arduino 1.0. The attached zip file has 1. a new Arduino sketch 2. a new Processing sketch 3. the modified NXTI2CDevice library You'll still need the Procontroll libra...
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Sun, 26 Dec 2010 15:56:47 PST
A Remotely Programable Relay Controller (Christmas Lights or Home Automation Controller) http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Remotely-Programable-Relay-Controller-Christmas/
A Remotely Programable Relay Controller (Christmas Lights or Home Automation Controller) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/PMQQ/GDH50M0C/FN8PMQQGDH50M0C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/PMQQ/GDH50M0C/FN8PMQQGDH50M0C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/PMQQ/GDH50M0C/FN8PMQQGDH50M0C.SMALL.jpg drj113 What was that?  A Whats-a-Maja-Thimagig? Yep - One of those!  This Instructable extends my Arduino Ethernet controller to control a set of up to 6 relays, but that's not the neat bit.  The neat bit is that there is a web based state machine in the AtMega chip so that the relays will operate in wha...
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Thu, 2 Sep 2010 20:06:29 PDT
Arduino Christmas Lights http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Christmas-Lights/ http://cdn.instructables.com/FJ4/36B2/GD2JC5GX/FJ436B2GD2JC5GX.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FJ4/36B2/GD2JC5GX/FJ436B2GD2JC5GX.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FJ4/36B2/GD2JC5GX/FJ436B2GD2JC5GX.SMALL.jpg QuiksilverRox a Christmas light controller i made with my dad arduino programed instructable and code coming soon
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Sat, 21 Aug 2010 11:50:39 PDT
Mushroom Environment Control - Arduino Powered http://www.instructables.com/id/Environmental-Mushroom-Control-Arduino-Powered/
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Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:31:43 PDT
Simple 2-way motor control for the arduino http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-2-way-motor-control-for-the-arduino/
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Sat, 31 Oct 2009 16:34:42 PDT
Musical MIDI Shoes http://www.instructables.com/id/Musical-MIDI-Shoes/
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Sat, 25 Jul 2009 20:37:05 PDT
Temperature Control For Kitchen Appliances http://www.instructables.com/id/Temperature-Control-For-Kitchen-Appliances/
Temperature Control For Kitchen Appliances - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/9Q1T/FMMCVMKI/FEJ9Q1TFMMCVMKI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/9Q1T/FMMCVMKI/FEJ9Q1TFMMCVMKI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/9Q1T/FMMCVMKI/FEJ9Q1TFMMCVMKI.SMALL.jpg timothy In this Instructable, I will step through controlling the temperature of most kitchen appliances. As an example, I will use an old Westbend Poppery popcorn maker (aka. coffee roaster), but these same techniques will be applicable to most hot plates, coffee makers, and waffle irons. This instructabl...
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Mon, 27 Oct 2008 11:07:16 PDT
Arduino: Making a set of traffic lights http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Making-a-set-of-traffic-lights/
Arduino: Making a set of traffic lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVW/LPG9/FGXS2JSO/FVWLPG9FGXS2JSO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVW/LPG9/FGXS2JSO/FVWLPG9FGXS2JSO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVW/LPG9/FGXS2JSO/FVWLPG9FGXS2JSO.SMALL.jpg unknowndomain THIS PROJECT IS STILL A WORK IN PROGRESS FEEDBACK APPRECIATED!!!This tutorial will step you through the process of creating a set of controlable and configurable traffic lights whilst also teaching you the basics of Arduino. Some knowledge is needed and I highly recommend reading and following throu...
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Wed, 6 Aug 2008 15:40:18 PDT