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Turn a Toy Tank into a DIY Autonomous Rover with Arduino If you have ever wondered what could be done with a simple RC toy, YouTuber ‘Basement Creations’ has transformed the toy into a fully functional autonomous rover, complete with GPS navigation and telemetry. The base of the project is a toy modeled after the real-life Ripsaw vehicle, known for its unique double differential steering system. Powered by an Arduino board and motor driver,… |
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How to build a Smoke and Fire Alarm System using Arduino with SMS Notification What if you could get an instant SMS alert the moment a fire or smoke is detected at home or office? Through this project tutorial, you can build a fire and smoke alarm system using Arduino UNO R4 that sends real-time SMS notifications. This means you will immediately get alerted even if you are far away. In this Arduino Project, you… |
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How to Build a Smart Helmet using Arduino? In this project, we’re making an ordinary two-wheeler helmet smart using an RF Transmitter & Receiver. The best part: this Arduino-based smart helmet is simple to build and does not require advanced engineering knowledge or complex components. Smart Helmet using Arduino - Quick OverviewBuild Time: 6-8 hours | Cost: $40-60 | Difficulty:… |
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DIY Automatic Desk Dustbin with Iris Lid A DIY The Wrench maker has built a smart desk dustbin with an automatic iris-style lid, adding both functionality and a unique touch to a workspace. After some adjustments, the final design was printed successfully using a 3D printer using a design made in Fusion 360. Different filament colors were used to make the dustbin visually appealing. The smart feature of the dustbin is… |
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DIY Gesture Control Drone using Python with LiteWing and ESP32 A few years ago, building a drone was expensive and out of reach for most hobbyists and students. But today, DIY drones have become more accessible and affordable. With the LiteWing Drone—a compact, open-source drone powered by the ESP32—you can build and fly your own drone for under $50. It's beginner-friendly, ready to fly out of the box, and can be controlled via… |
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E-Cube Nano-Satellite Kit, Empowering Learners to Build And Operate Their Own Satellite Prototype Educational Cube (E-Cube) is a compact DIY nano-satellite kit designed to teach beginners and students the fundamentals of satellite technology. Based on the CubeSat standard, the 10 cm × 10 cm × 10 cm platform can be assembled and programmed in a typical classroom or makerspace. After building the hardware and uploading the code, users can view live telemetry on… |
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DIY Project Turns Treadmill into a Working 3D Printer Ivan Miranda and his team have been working on an interesting idea, turning a regular treadmill into a 3D printer and finally use it to print a full-size kayak. In their latest video, they show the first successful step toward that goal. The setup lets them print long objects in one go, which could be useful for projects like making a full-size kayak. This approach avoids the hassle of… |
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DIY Robotic Arm with Brushless DC Motors and Raspberry Pi JesseDarr’s new project is different from the usual DIY robotics project. He has made a robotic arm called dARM. It is a robotic arm with 6 degrees of freedom, and most of the parts are 3D printed. He has used brushless DC motors for its working rather than servo motors. These are the kind of motors you would usually find in more advanced machines, and they help the arm move more smoothly and… |
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Innovative 7 Segment Clock Build with Arduino Uno and Stepper Motors A DIY project from a YouTuber presents the latest version of his 7 Segment Clock, v3.2C. This tabletop clock is built using 3D-printed parts and powered by an Arduino Uno, three 12V stepper motors and a DS3231 RTC module for accurate real-time date and time updates. This 3D-printed mechanical clock uses three stepper motors… |
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DIY Mini ESP32 Handheld Gamepad: A Compact Retro Gaming Experience If you love retro games and enjoy DIY electronics, this project made by YK Electrical is perfect for you. It’s a tiny handheld gamepad powered by an ESP32, lets you play classic games like Snake, Pong, and Dozer. And the best part is you can customize it however you want and even add more games to the console to make it even more fun. This mini handheld gamepad is easy use and compact in size… |
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ESP32 Self-Driving Robot with Arduino, ROS2 and LiDAR The Maker’s Pet Robotics Kit is a DIY learning kit designed for robotics enthusiasts, students, and hobbyists who want to explore autonomous navigation and mapping. At its core, the ESP32 works with both Arduino and ROS2, using a LiDAR sensor to detect obstacles, map its surroundings, and move independently. As it comes with a 120mm round base, two N20 motors for smooth movement, and a 360°… |
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How to build Blind Stick using Arduino Nano and Ultrasonic sensor Walking safely and confidently can be a challenging task for visually impaired individuals, but with the help of technology, we can make it easier for them. This DIY Blind Stick is an innovative yet simple solution that is designed to help users detect obstacles in their path. Using an Arduino Nano, ultrasonic sensor, and buzzer, it can sense objects in their way and… |
