Components of Arduino
Let’s study the basic components of Arduino:
Breadboard: Breadboards are used to provide a base for setting up the connecting components together. If you look at a breadboard, is a plastic block made up of holes that are left for making connections using wires. The internal of the breadboard consists of different connections that are hidden. They are generally used for smaller circuits
LEDs(Light Emitting Diode): LEDs are small devices that illuminate when a small voltage is supplied to them. These LEDs come in a variety of colors ranging from red to green. These LEDs can be used for testing minimum voltages since they don’t burn for a long period.
Photo Resistor: Many Arduinos contain a photoresistor that is used for measuring changes in light using Arduino.
Tactile Switch: This switch resembles a button that is used to open or close a circuit like any other switch. When the button is turned on, the voltage of Arduino increases from 0V to +5V. This voltage change acts as a trigger for the Arduino and an Arduino detects this change momentarily since the switch is then turned off when the button is released.
Microcontroller: An Arduino consists of a microcontroller that controls the whole functioning of the Arduino by generating an apt output corresponding to the input code. Depending on the type of Arduino board you are using, you can select a microcontroller that fits well.
Resistors: Resistors are used to resist the flowing electricity. Resistors are often bought to set a limit to the current flowing in the circuit thereby protecting the components of the circuit from getting burnt due to excessive current.
Jumper Wires: Jumper wires are thin wires covered with a plastic covering for insulation. These wires are used for connecting different components in the breadboard.
Getting Started With Arduino
Arduino is an important device used in electronics engineering for creating mini-projects or for integrating large projects. Arduino itself consists of various components that can be programmed according to the project requirements using some assembly languages like C/C++.
Arduino is the first choice of many professionals due to the ease with which it can be programmed and how it allows interactive features for user experience. Arduino is programmed to include both hardware and software components which account for its use in different fields like designing, sensing, and testing.
Since Arduino is an open-source platform, it is used globally by users all across the globe. Let us study what is an Arduino, what functionalities it has and how can we use it in daily life.
Table of Content
- What is Arduino?
- Arduino Hardware
- Basic Operation
- Circuit Basics
- Electronic Signals
- Arduino API
- Libraries
- Why choose Arduino?
- Structure of Arduino
- Components of Arduino