This week, we build on Labs 4 and 5 to map particulate matter concentrations in Philadelphia. Background Compared to many air pollutants, particulate matter do not travel far from sites of production—primarily combusting cars, trucks, and industrial facilities. Recent studies using microsensors to evaluate intraurban particulate matter concentrations show that far-away monitoring stations may not […]
In this lab, you’re going to learn how to access GPS data, store it on a microSD card, and then map it. First, you’ll work through the GPS Logger tutorial on Adafruit. Then, you’ll change your SD output to a more user-friendly form (you’ll reuse this code in Lab 6). Finally, you’ll map your GPS […]
You’ve worked with several sensors so far in this class. Now, in this lab, you’ll learn more about how to access and process sensor data. First, you’ll read about an Arduino-compatible air quality sensor. Then, you’ll use the serial monitor to view and save incoming data. Finally, you’ll plot your data in Excel (or you […]
In this lab, you’re going to learn more about circuits and then you’re going to use that knowledge to help you power a motor. This lab is longer than the last labs, so leave so extra time. 1. Review what you learned in class. Read this primer on voltage, current and resistance at Sparkfun. Read about […]
This lab has four parts. First, you’ll learn about libraries and how to open your serial monitor. Then, you’ll work with two new sensors: temperature/humidity and distance. Next, you’ll link sensing and response with the distance sensor and a buzzer. Lastly, you’ll look around the internet for other types of sensors—which sensors are you most […]
In this lab, you’ll dive further into LEDs. You’ll use an RGB LED and multiple LEDs. 1. Open up the tutorial booklet that you downloaded last week. Go through the packing list. Do you have everything? 2. You already started to get to know your Arduino better, but you may want to keep getting acquainted by […]
Due Jan 24. In this assignment, you’ll get all the equipment that you’ll need for the semester, install the Arduino coding interface, and begin to acquaint yourself with your board. Finally, you’ll think about when and why we use sensors in cities.
The full course syllabus is available on Canvas. Here’s a snapshot of the weekly schedule.
As you start getting into Arduino, you may want to expand beyond the class. Here’s some ideas on where to go. Feel free to add to this list in the comments. Learn arduino.cc Hack The Hacktory NextFab Shop Online: Adafruit, Sparkfun, Tinkersphere (if you happen to be in NYC, stop in), DigiKey, Mouser, Amazon Local: ?? Get inspired Studio Roosegarde […]
Simps Bhebhe | Hannah Bonestroo | Itay Porat | Xuezhu (Gillian) Zhao PT square is a thermal comfort enhancement structure designed for public space such as parks and neighborhood gardens. It is equipped with abilities to cool down the environment through fine misting. Different from conventional misters, the PT square mister will only start misting […]