We will explore how P, I, and D gain influences system performance, and in the process we will find a gain configuration that works well for our temperature controller.
We will explore how P, I, and D gain influences system performance, and in the process we will find a gain configuration that works well for our temperature controller.
With USB communications and a Scilab graphical user interface, we can really see what the PID controller is doing.
With USB communications and a Scilab graphical user interface, we can really see what the PID controller is doing.
We will implement a basic PID (proportional–integral–derivative) controller in firmware and observe the results using…
We will implement a basic PID (proportional–integral–derivative) controller in firmware and observe the results using an oscope and LEDs.
This article covers the firmware that allows the EFM8 microcontroller to communicate with the DAC and the MAX31855.
This article covers the firmware that allows the EFM8 microcontroller to communicate with the DAC and the MAX31855.
Invoke the power of the PID (proportional–integral–derivative controller)! The key components in this design are an…
Invoke the power of the PID (proportional–integral–derivative controller)! The key components in this design are an EFM8 microcontroller, a DAC, and the MAX31855 thermocouple-to-digital converter.
An introduction to Digi International's Device Cloud, an IoT and M2M Platform.
An introduction to Digi International's Device Cloud, an IoT and M2M Platform.
This project explains how to isolate signals to eliminate ground loops in electronic systems.
This project explains how to isolate signals to eliminate ground loops in electronic systems.
A few great contests are about to close. Enter your project now and get in on fame and fortune.
A few great contests are about to close. Enter your project now and get in on fame and fortune.
Typically, getting started with a PLC can be a costly endeavor, but this project will show how to get started with them…
Typically, getting started with a PLC can be a costly endeavor, but this project will show how to get started with them on a small budget!
Galvanic isolation is a way to isolate functional sections of electrical systems to prevent current flow. A brief…
Galvanic isolation is a way to isolate functional sections of electrical systems to prevent current flow. A brief explanation of differing methods to create galvanic isolation.
Learn how to correctly select the right sensors for your project with this handy guide.
Learn how to correctly select the right sensors for your project with this handy guide.
Typical PLCs are very expensive, but never fear: cheaper versions exist!
Typical PLCs are very expensive, but never fear: cheaper versions exist!
In this continuing series of Building Raspberry Pi Controllers, you'll learn how to build a object detection control…
In this continuing series of Building Raspberry Pi Controllers, you'll learn how to build a object detection control circuit for operating a small DC motor using a photocell.
Learn one of the ways to get started with the BMP180 sensor and learn a simple way to improve the data.
Learn one of the ways to get started with the BMP180 sensor and learn a simple way to improve the data.
Use Python's scientific toolbox to determine the natural response of a real thermal system and plot the results for…
Use Python's scientific toolbox to determine the natural response of a real thermal system and plot the results for visualization and further analysis.
A PCB for a Wi-Fi communicator using a PICAXE 08M2 and an ESP-01 module driven by interactive code makes a handy setup…
A PCB for a Wi-Fi communicator using a PICAXE 08M2 and an ESP-01 module driven by interactive code makes a handy setup for data collection and IoT reporting.
In this project, you'll learn how to wire an LED and flash it using the Raspberry Pi. Also, to isolate the Raspberry Pi's…
In this project, you'll learn how to wire an LED and flash it using the Raspberry Pi. Also, to isolate the Raspberry Pi's + 3.3VDC compliant output pins from supply voltages greater than this power source, an opto-isolator will be introduced as well.
This is the final part in a series of articles on building a robot that can follow lines or walls and avoid obstacles!
This is the final part in a series of articles on building a robot that can follow lines or walls and avoid obstacles!
Programmable thermostats can save a lot of energy and money. But you don't have to buy one- you can convert an old…
Programmable thermostats can save a lot of energy and money. But you don't have to buy one- you can convert an old mechanical thermostat into a programmable thermostat using an Arduino and a servo.