arduino (programmable controller)

Examines how the Arduino microcontroller was invented and the many ways it can be used; and offers readers instructions for using the Arduino in practice exercises. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.

"Shows you how to combine two ... building tools to make ... gadgets, including a crystal ball RF reader, a sensor-enabled LEGO box, and even an Arduino-controlled LEGO train set."--Back cover.

Text and illustrations look at Arduino microcontroller programming and includes three projects.

The Maker's Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse is the manual you need to survive in the land of the walking dead. In this guide, expert hardware hacker and zombie aficionado Simon Monk starts by teaching you to generate electricity with solar and pedal power. From there, you'll craft essential electronic survival tools from scavenged components, an Arduino, and a Raspberry Pi.

Arduino is the hot open source prototyping platform for artists, hobbyists, students, and anyone who wants to create interactive physical environments. Getting Started with Arduino is co-authored by Arduino co-founder Massimo Banzi, and incorporates his experience in teaching, using, and creating Arduino.

Explains how the Arduino microcontroller can be used to make a robot and perform other functions, and describes the device's different components and features.

Create Android-controlled Arduino devices. Follow along with step-by-step instructions and detailed illustrations. Learn to use the Android Open Accessory Development Kit. -- from cover.