Sensors & Actuators
Introduction to Sensors
Understanding the basics of sensors in embedded systems.
Definition & Purpose of Sensors
Content for Definition and Purpose of Sensors will go here.
Classification of Sensors
Content for Classification of Sensors (e.g., active/passive, analog/digital) will go here.
Sensor Characteristics
Content for Sensor Characteristics (Sensitivity, Range, Accuracy, Precision, Resolution, Linearity, Hysteresis) will go here.
Common Types of Sensors
Exploring various types of sensors used in embedded applications.
Temperature Sensors
Content for Temperature Sensors (Thermistor, Thermocouple, RTD, IC sensors like LM35) will go here.
Light Sensors
Content for Light Sensors (LDR, Photodiode, Phototransistor, Ambient Light Sensors) will go here.
Proximity Sensors
Content for Proximity Sensors (Inductive, Capacitive, Ultrasonic, Infrared) will go here.
Motion Sensors
Content for Motion Sensors (PIR, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, IMU) will go here.
Pressure Sensors
Content for Pressure Sensors (Piezoresistive, Capacitive) will go here.
Humidity Sensors
Content for Humidity Sensors (Capacitive, Resistive) will go here.
Gas Sensors
Content for Gas Sensors (MQ series, Electrochemical) will go here.
Magnetic Sensors
Content for Magnetic Sensors (Hall Effect, Reed Switch) will go here.
Sound Sensors
Content for Sound Sensors (Microphone modules) will go here.
Sensor Interfacing
Techniques for connecting sensors to microcontrollers.
Analog Sensor Interfacing
Content for Analog Sensor Interfacing (Voltage Dividers, Operational Amplifiers) will go here.
Digital Sensor Interfacing
Content for Digital Sensor Interfacing (Direct GPIO, SPI, I2C) will go here.
Signal Conditioning
Content for Signal Conditioning (Filtering, Amplification, Level Shifting) will go here.
Calibration Techniques
Content for Sensor Calibration Techniques will go here.
Introduction to Actuators
Understanding components that produce physical action.
Definition & Purpose of Actuators
Content for Definition and Purpose of Actuators will go here.
Classification of Actuators
Content for Classification of Actuators (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic) will go here.
Actuator Characteristics
Content for Actuator Characteristics (Force, Torque, Speed, Power Consumption) will go here.
Common Types of Actuators
Exploring various types of actuators used in embedded systems.
Motors (DC, Stepper, Servo)
Content for DC Motors, Stepper Motors, and Servo Motors will go here.
Solenoids & Relays
Content for Solenoids and Relays will go here.
LEDs & Displays
Content for LEDs and Displays as output actuators will go here.
Heaters & Coolers
Content for Thermal Actuators like heaters and Peltier coolers will go here.
Pumps & Valves
Content for Pumps and Valves controlled by embedded systems will go here.
Speakers & Buzzers
Content for Sound Actuators like speakers and buzzers will go here.
Actuator Driving & Control
Techniques for controlling and driving actuators.
Transistor Drivers
Content for Transistor Drivers (BJT, MOSFET) for actuators will go here.
H-Bridge Circuits
Content for H-Bridge circuits for motor control will go here.
Motor Driver ICs
Content for dedicated Motor Driver ICs (e.g., L293D, L298N) will go here.
PWM Control
Content for using PWM for actuator control (speed, position) will go here.
Feedback Mechanisms
Content for feedback mechanisms in actuator control (e.g., encoders, potentiometers) will go here.
Advanced Topics
Exploring more advanced concepts in sensors and actuators.
Sensor Fusion
Content for Sensor Fusion techniques will go here.
Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN)
Content for Wireless Sensor Networks will go here.
Smart Sensors & Actuators
Content for Smart Sensors and Actuators with integrated processing will go here.
MEMS Technology
Content on Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) in sensors and actuators will go here.