Wire up mains input power Gently turn the duration pot all the way counter clockwise - For initial testing, it is to be set to "Test" for the shortest "on" time. If codes have already been stored, the ...

Let me introduce another simple microcontroller-based do-it-yourself circuit that detects motion and excites a light source in a flash. The “snooper” here is an ordinary passive infrared (PIR) motion ...

This project uses a PIR (Passive Infrared) sensor to detect motion and displays the status on an I2C Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). When motion is detected, a message is shown on the LCD and printed to ...

Working from home with regular video meetings has its challenges, especially if you add kids to the mix. To help avoid embarrassing situations, [Charitha Jayaweera] created Present!, a USB device to ...

In the microcontroller era today, Arduino is more than just a tool to accomplish hobby tasks. There is actually a close relationship between microcontroller technology and home security, since you can ...

Abstract: In an era where homeowners frequently leave for work or education, robust security for residences is imperative. Traditional security measures, including window and door locks, present ...