From e5cba7dfd0cc3833f6974fabadaf33948a50c97f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Edward Bigos Date: Thu, 17 Apr 2025 12:13:01 -0400 Subject: [PATCH] updated 2025-0417 --- .gitignore | 3 ++- ProjectIdeas.md | 49 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ProjectTutorialSites.md | 28 +++++++++++++++++++++++ QwiicResouces.md | 25 +++++++++++++++++++++ README.md | 21 ++++++++++++++++-- 5 files changed, 123 insertions(+), 3 deletions(-) create mode 100644 ProjectIdeas.md create mode 100644 ProjectTutorialSites.md create mode 100644 QwiicResouces.md diff --git a/.gitignore b/.gitignore index 8372b1a..71b1667 100644 --- a/.gitignore +++ b/.gitignore @@ -179,5 +179,6 @@ cython_debug/ # be found at https://github.com/github/gitignore/blob/main/Global/JetBrains.gitignore # and can be added to the global gitignore or merged into this file. For a more nuclear # option (not recommended) you can uncomment the following to ignore the entire idea folder. -#.idea/ +.idea/ +.DS_Store diff --git a/ProjectIdeas.md b/ProjectIdeas.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..9dd51dd --- /dev/null +++ b/ProjectIdeas.md @@ -0,0 +1,49 @@ +# General Project Ideas + +# Possible projects: + +- Add to the capability of the existing labs. For example, +- Add a real time clock (RTC) to any lab and local storage (microSD) +- Use a more accurate sensor (BME680) +- Add an OLED or LCD display +- Use a sensor or display with a Qwiic interface + +## Use an ESP32 +Move an existing lab to a new micro board. For example create a temperature and humidity sensor that updates the dashboard using a different MCU. +The ESP32 is a popular alternative to the Pico W. The ESP32 is the successor to the ESP8266 so any ESP32 or ESP8266 project documents can be adapted to the ESP32. + +There are a number of interesting variants to the base ESP32 platform. For example, + +I may have limited quantities of some of these on hand, but they are available on Amazon. + +ESP32 Development Board Integrated 0.96 Inch OLED Display +https://www.amazon.com/ideaspark-Development-Integrated-Wireless-Micropython/dp/B0CN4F354N/ref=sr_1_8 + +Waveshare ESP32-C6 1.47inch Display Development Board +https://www.amazon.com/Waveshare-Development-Frequency-Single-Core-Processor/dp/B0DHTMYTCY/ref=sr_1_3 + +2.8'' ESP32 Display Resistive Touch Screen with WiFi+BT +https://www.amazon.com/Hosyond-Display-Resistive-ILI9341-240x320/dp/B0D92C9MMH/ref=sr_1_4 + +ideaspark® ESP32 Development Board Integrated 1.14 inch ST7789 135x240 TFT LCD Display,WiFi+BL +https://www.amazon.com/ESP32-1-14-inch-LCD-Solder/dp/B0D7S7YQMC/ref=sr_1_10 + +HiLetgo 0.96" ESP32 OLED ESP32 ESP-32 OLED WiFi Bluetooth Development OLED Display +https://www.amazon.com/HiLetgo-ESP-WROOM-32-Bluetooth-Development-Display/dp/B072HBW53G/ref=sr_1_20 + + +## Other ideas + +### Contest theme: Smart Pet Gadgets with Arduino +https://www.printables.com/contest/468-smart-pet-gadgets-with-arduino + +### Ultrasonic "Radar" +I saw this on an ad in one of my feeds. + +https://www.casetifys.com/products/arduino-ultrasonic-radar-scanning-student-technology-production-diy-creative-toys-handmade-children-programming-science-and-technology + +It is a bit more ambitious than a simple project, but can you mount the ultrasonic scanner on something to use a servo motor to scan a limited area? +The graphing of the display will not be necessary. + +### Article on IOT Projects +https://www.simplilearn.com/internet-of-things-iot-projects-article diff --git a/ProjectTutorialSites.md b/ProjectTutorialSites.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..7948e73 --- /dev/null +++ b/ProjectTutorialSites.md @@ -0,0 +1,28 @@ +# Sources for Project Ideas + +## Random Nerd Tutorials +60+ Raspberry Pi Projects, Tutorials and Guides +This is a good site with plenty of god examples. + +https://randomnerdtutorials.com/projects-raspberry-pi-pico/ + +## Sparkfun Tutorials Pages +https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials + +### Adafruit Tutorials +https://learn.adafruit.com/guides/latest + +### Instructables +https://www.instructables.com/search/?q=pico%20w&projects=featured + +### Hackster.io +https://www.hackster.io/iot/projects + +### Hackaday +https://hackaday.com/ + +### 100+ DIY IoT Projects with Code and Schematics +https://circuitdigest.com/internet-of-things-iot-projects + +### Arduino Gallery of IoT Projects +https://forum.arduino.cc/t/gallery-of-iot-projects-share-yours/1101609 diff --git a/QwiicResouces.md b/QwiicResouces.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..88c5ae4 --- /dev/null +++ b/QwiicResouces.md @@ -0,0 +1,25 @@ +# Qwiic Guide + +Qwiic is a simple conector and wiring system to connect I2C sensors to a system. +The I2C bus is a short range network for sensors and other devices. Just plug in the sensor to the bus and start using it. + +## Qwiic Overview + +### Sparkfun Qwiic Tutorial +https://www.sparkfun.com/qwiic + +### Qwiic Overview and FAQ +https://forum.digikey.com/t/qwiic-overview-and-faq/44944 + + +## I2C + +### I2C Tutorial at Sparkfun +https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/i2c/all + + +### Qwiic Sensors +https://www.sparkfun.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=qwiic + +We may have some of these in the lab. + diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 4f7e66b..4b85aee 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -1,3 +1,20 @@ -# 2025ELE128Project +# 2025 ELE128 Project + +Project resources for the 2025SP semester. + +This git repository is a central location for resources and ideas for the ELE-128 Projects. + +### The project should have these characteristics. + +- All parts must be <= $300.00. This target is flexible. +- Must be completed and documented before the end of finals week. +- Must use communications to or from the device. Cloud is best. + +When in doubt review your plans with the instructor. + +### Project Ideas +See the ProjectIdeas.md file. +### Websites With Tutorials and Technical Advice +See the ProjectTutorialSites.md + -Project resources for the 2025SP semester. \ No newline at end of file