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Arduino, the open-source rapid prototyping electronics platform.Massimo Banzi is the co-founder of Arduino with partners David Cuartielles, Gianluca Martino, Tom Igoe, and David Mellis. Banzi is the CTO of Tinker.it!. He has worked in Milan and London on projects for companies such as Prada,…

We're going to understand electronics better by building a little project with an Arduino Kit.What's an Arduino? It's an open-source electronics prototyping platform based on flexible, software and hardware. In short - it's a microcontroller.Feedback:We asked you guys, "What's your favorite Arduino…

This week's guest, Kathy Giori, manages Arduino's US business operations, establishes strategic partnerships, engages in Maker community and open source software events, looks for ways to boost Arduino education and training, and volunteers for workshops and hackathons.

Building Arduino with PWM. Pulse Width Modulation is a technique for getting analog results with digital means.Parts ListArduino Uno ($3.61)Breadboard and Jumper Wires ($7.48)PixelStick ($3.25)RTFPixel Circle ($10)

Arduino is an open source software and open hardware project that has achieved great success. Arduino is commonly found in education, but we hear that many professional developers take advantage of it when developing IoT solutions.Full episode can be seen at twit.tv/floss/422

How to wire an Arduino to WS2812 lights, using an ultrasonic sensor with collision avoidance, and 3D templates for Tinkercad. Arduino: Collision Avoidance Parts1. Arduino Uno ($3.61) 2. HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Sensor ($0.99) 3. PixelStick ($3.25)   3D Printing Arduino TraySR04…

Screens and buttons are nice, but it's time to add network capabilities to our Arduino projects. We're going to use an Ethernet shield with an Arduino UNO to build a few basic network-enabled gadgets. Parts                Geek credit…

One group wants to keep Arduino as open hardware, others want to keep the designs for themselves. How will this affect Arduino sales? Aaron Newcomb, Guillermo Amaral, and Jonathan Bennett speak about the changes in leadership. For the full episode visit twit.tv/floss.

We put together our must have parts for your beginner Arduino project, whether for a gift or for yourself, we'll get you started!Arduino KitCase:        White Plastic 24 Secion Electrical Components Storage Organizer (x2)  ~$11    Arduinos: …

Co-founder of the Arduino project, interaction designer, educator, and open source hardware advocate, Massimo Banzi is today's guest.

George Thomas shows how to program a DTMF decoder with an Arduino Uno.For the full episode, visit twit.tv/hn/319

We build an Arduino that can control, brightness, red, blue, and green LED's individually using potentiometers.LightduinoParts List1. 4 x Potentiometers $6.98 http://www.ebay.com/itm/8Pcs-Single-3-Pin-Rotary-Potentiometer-Panel-Po…2. Favorite WS2812 Light3. UBEC (For future use)Assembly1. Set 4…

Alex Lindsay's pick of the week on MacBreak Weekly 451 is a book in Apple's iBooks store, "Arduino, Programming, Circuits, and Physics" by Tony Farley. If you want to learn how to start working with an Arduino, this will guide you through plugging things in and pushing programs to the Arduino…

We go over a cheaper way to build out an Arduino LED project, and mCookie the easy way to make an Arduino project.

Screens and buttons are nice, but it's time to add network capabilities to our arduino projects. We're going to use an Ethernet shield with an Arduino UNO to build a few basic network-enabled gadgets.

Padre shows how the HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Sensor works with the Arduino Uno.

The boys are back! After 6 weeks away, they ease back into the Know Space with a basic lighting project. Cranky Hippo takes the lead as they combine an Arduino Nano, a strip of WS2812s and some soldering know how to make a LED picture frame. Oh... and Padre is really sick.

Go through the steps to include an OLED screen, a Real Time Clock, and another LCD screen all attached through i2C. Also the different types of memory an Arduino uses and how to save to EEPROM.  OLED i2C.96" i2C OLED Display Module    ~$6        …

Writing to digital pins, reading from digital pins, and how to use i2c RTC with an i2c LED Screen.RTC         An Arduino's memory is wiped when it loses power. For most of our projects, that doesn't matter b/c we're only using the Arduino as a momentary I/O controller…

How devices are powered wirelessly, wearable HD display, build an Arduino proximity sensor to avoid running into people, quick 3D prototyping, and flexible circuit boards.Pokemon Stop: Part IProject Overview:What the easiest way to get hurt playing Pokemon? By walking into things as you travel with…

How to build your own modular box for all your Arduino projects, we use Arduino to power some LED strips with knobs and buttons.

The parts that you need for Arduino PWMFor the full episode, visit twit.tv/code/97

Aaron Newcomb shows off his latest Arduino creation -- a keypad combination sound box.For the full episode, visit twit.tv/twig/359

Learn the basics of programming an Arduino with some simple input and output practice! Make an LED blink, and integrate some buttons!_01-HelloBlink// This is the Arduino version of "Hello World"// We're using a digital pin to power a 5V LED// Connect the "Long leg" of the LED to the digital pin and…

Learn simple programming to control a servo, LEDs, and buttons to control a robot arm with an Arduino!

George Thomas upgrades an old HF Rig that has a deteriorating display using an Arduino touch screen kit.For the full episode, visit twit.tv/hn/340

Padre puts the finishing touches on the hydroponic vase! For the full episode visit twit.tv/kh/242.

Mark "Smitty" Smith, DEFCON HHV regular and embedded computing enthusiast, gives his thoughts on Arduino.

Nissan introduces the GT-R LM Nismo, Project Alien X, Arduino Clock, Network tester options, and more.Alien-X Parts ListWe're doing this segment two weeks before the build because we want people to have time to order partsFrame:Dead Cat or "X-Alien" Frame $18.00There are many manufacturers that…

The Koenigsegg Regera, FPV250 Mods, Arduino Clock, viewer feedback, and more!The Koenigsegg RegeraKoenigsegg is Swedish Automaker that is known for making some absolutely RIDICULOUS supercars.It was founded in 1994Delivered it's first street-legal production car in 2002In 2006 it created the CCX…

Jolly Tracker is a wearable that monitors how much you smile and reminds you to smile with an electrical shock to the face.For the full episode, go to twit.tv/tnt/1405

We present an Arduino Wonderland, ranging from the Nano to the new Intel powered Arduino 101.Arduino 101Basics: 1. You need Arduino IDE 1.6.7 and above2. You need to install the Arduino 101 Core -- This also adds Arduino 101 as a possible board The onboard IMU is one of the big features, so we're…

Halloween isn't just for kids! It's the perfect holiday for makers and DIY'ers to show off their creativity! Megan and Padre stir up some Halloween delights from the dollar store, then jump into 3D design for an arduino-controlled Ghoulish delight!"Project Skully"OverviewWe're fast-prototyping a…

We go over the basic operation of our Growduino system, what is an RTC and why we need one for this project, and learn how to program an Arduino to schedule when to turn on and off the watering system.Problem:        An Arduino's memory is wiped when it loses…

Build a panning platform using a stepper motor and arduino, and learn about Tootz the rainbow farting unicorn! Parts Needed 1. 2 x 28BYJ-48 Motor + ULN2003 Driver $2.08 2. 5V UBEC $2.68 3. Arduino4. Jumpers5. 3D Printer The STL Files for our 3D Printed frame 3D Printed…

Arduino's Kathy Giori initiated and chairs an engineering group in the prpl Foundation that helps bridge the gap between industry and community around the OpenWrt project, which is an embedded Linux distribution (popular for Wi-Fi routers but also used on the Arduino Yun and Tian platforms)…

We finish part II of our hydroponic vase using LEDs and a 3D printed stand.Project OverviewWe're adding decorative LED lights to our AquaVase Parts List* These parts aren't necessary for the operation of HydroVase, but they ARE cool and geeky! :)WS2812 SMD StripsArduinoVoltage Regulator26-30 AWG…

Microsoft just released its "Fall Creator's Update" with support for "Mixed Reality" - We take a first-look at Acer's headset, then Megan Morrone tries her hand at soldering when we assemble Skully v2!Let's show off Microsoft Mixed Reality!Acer AH101-D8EY Windows Mixed Reality Headset (w/2 wireless…

On this episode of Know How, learn what it takes to build and program your own LEDs!Check out THIS guy to see what a completely unreasonable, totally unpractical, and yet REALLY buildable 90,000 lumen flashlight looks like!If you want to program your own arduino, you can find all our code here…

Final episode for our do it yourself Steampunk Goggles, learn the code, how to build, and download the files needed for a 3D printer. 3D Printing the HousingAll the STL files are contained in the following ZIP archive  Goggle Integration Instructions: 1. Solder 30awg black/red …

We build our own Pan-Tilt-Zoom with an Arduino and a GoPro!Stepduino 3 AssemblyProject Description * We're taking the pieces from "Stepduino 2" (Episode 211) and turning it into a functioning PTZ mount * This is NOT a finished project, but a proof-of-concept Parts and Tools 1. 2 x 28BYJ…

We go back to the beloved Steampunk Goggle project that Padre has made improvements for, this episode we sit down and begin soldering the components needed for this project.Parts        Vintage Steampunk Goggles    ~$8  Triple Lens Loupe  …

Dr. Simon Monk has a degree in Cybernetics and Computer Science and a PhD in Software Engineering. Simon spent several years as an academic before he returned to industry, co-founding the mobile software company Momote Ltd. He has been an active electronics hobbyist since his early teens. Simon is…

We answer questions from our G+ group! How to balance a quad copter, second monitor recommendations, radio-controlled switch, and how much light is too much for your indoor grow!Balancing Quads        -- Mr. ROKnBOK        "Has the subject of …

Do you want to build a fast, agile multi-rotor that doesn't need to be registered with the FAA? We're continuing our "Registration Free" 150-class FPV Racer by showing you how to reprogram your ESCs!ESC ProgrammingSupplies:1. Your assembled Arduino2. A way to power your ESC3. The BLHeliSuiteSteps…

In part 2 of our vlogging studio, we introduce the Blackmagic Video Assist 4k, a Blackmagic Design Arduino Shield, and a 4 input video switcher called Skreens! BM AssistBlackmagic Video Assist 4K    ~$900    * 7" 1920 x 1080 Touch screen       …

We show how to build a pan and tilt for your camera using stepper motors and an Arduino.Servomotor vs. Stepper Motor in a Servo MechanismServomotor:A servo is a device that uses a motor with few poles (4-12+) along with some kind of feedback to move a shaft to a particular position.In the case of…

Learn how to make your own 3D clock design along with how to program and power an Arduino! Project Summary We're going to use a WS2812 LEDs, an Arduino Nano and a RTC to create a clock that represents the time in a 24-hour format.  Parts 1. WS2812 5050 - 60 LED Ring ~$13 2. 50pcs…

Father Robert Ballecer: On this episode of Coding 101 we continue with our embedded processor build. Netcasts you love, from people you trust. This is TWIT! Bandwidth for Coding 101 Is provided by CacheFly. At cachefly.com. This episode of Coding 101 is brought to you by Lynda.com. Invest…

Project OverviewWe're going to create a "Mad Scientist Bubbler" as a Halloween effect. Using a glass container, an air pump, some poly beads, and a little Arduino magic, we're going to make a decoration with some extra geek flair!Parts ListWS2811 5V 24 LED Ring3A UBECArduino Nano5.5mm Power Jack…