Know How... 229: Arduino Proximity Sensor and WearCon




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Summary: 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 I Project Overview: What the easiest way to get hurt playing Pokemon? By walking into things as you travel with your head in your phone. -- We're going to help you avoid walking into windows, glass doors, telephone poles, people, and potentially body-breaking traffic. Parts List: 1. Arduino (I'd suggest a Mini or Nano) ~$2-3 http://www.ebay.com/itm/1PCS-MINI-USB-Nano-V3-0-ATmega328P-CH340G-5V-16M... 2. Ultrasonic Sensor (HC-SR04) ~$1 http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ultrasonic-Module-HC-SR04-Distance-Measuring-Tra... 3. Motor Shaker Here's the Software: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/9042212/KH229_PokemonStop_Rev1.zip Connect with us! Don't forget to check out our large library of projects at https://twit.tv/shows/know-how.Join our Google+ Community at http://gplus.to/twitkhTweet at us at @PadreSJ, @Cranky_Hippo, and @Anelf3