Archive for ◊ November, 2013 ◊

30 Nov 2013 Physical Android Notifier
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I wanted to create a simple notifier for my Android phone. Something that would blink whenever I have a missed call, or sms or whatsapp notification.

The hardware part was easy:

  1. Funduino Mini Pro
  2. Common Anode RGB LED
  3. Switch
  4. Bluetooth Breakout Board

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13 Nov 2013 Digital Pin-Art – WIP
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I’m planning to create a digital “pin-art” board – something similar to the photo below.

Source: http://cdn.visualnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lulu-Guinness-11.jpg

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11 Nov 2013 Standalone Temperature and Humidity Control
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Continuing from Standalone Arduino and Thermometer and Humidity Control, created a standalone thermometer and humidity control. Added the following features:

  1. Added a push-button to allow controlling the setpoint temperature
  2. Used the EEPROM library to save the setpoint temperature
  3. Enclosed everything in an extension cord with a power supply
  4. Left a socket to update programming as required

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