Summary of Arduino + Android Projects for the Evil Genius: Control Arduino with Your Smartphone or Tablet by Simon Monk E-Book
This article outlines a book teaching how to build Arduino devices controllable via Android phones and tablets, including advanced Evil Genius projects. It covers home automation (lighting, heating, locks), an exclusive sound-based Arduino-Android link, project theory, and step-by-step guidance. The book’s two parts present Android peripherals and home automation projects with practical examples.
Parts used in the Arduino + Android Projects for the Evil Genius:
- Arduino board
- Bluetooth module
- Geiger counter module
- LEDs and lighting components
- IR transmitter/receiver for TV remote
- Temperature sensor
- Ultrasonic range finder module
- Relay modules or power control switches
- Thermostat control components
- RFID reader and keyfobs/cards
- Actuators for door locking mechanisms
- Sound transducer or microphone for sound-based link
- Miscellaneous wiring, resistors, capacitors, and prototyping hardware
Introduction
Reveals how to create Arduino devices and control them with Android smartphones and tablets, with added insights into the realm of “Evil Genius Arduino” for those seeking more advanced and unconventional projects.
- Features several home automation devices for controlling home heating and lighting, locking and unlocking doors, and more
- Includes the author’s exclusive sound-based link for enabling communication between Arduino and Android
- Explains the theory behind the projects and gives readers the information they need to create their own projects
Table of Contents
Part One: Android Peripherals
1. Bluetooth Robot
2. Android Geiger Counter
3. Android Light Show
4. TV Remote
5. Temperature Logger
6. Ultrasonic Range Finder
Part Two: Home Automation
7. Home Automation Controller
8. Power Control
9. Smart Thermostat
10. RFID Door Lock
11. Signaling Flags
12. Delay Timer
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Arduino + Android Projects for the Evil Genius: Control Arduino with Your Smartphone or Tablet by Simon Monk E-Book
- What does the book teach?
It teaches how to create Arduino devices and control them with Android smartphones and tablets, including advanced Evil Genius projects. - Which home automation features are included?
Home heating and lighting control, locking and unlocking doors, and other home automation devices are featured. - Does the book include an Android-Arduino communication method?
Yes, it includes the author's exclusive sound-based link for enabling communication between Arduino and Android. - What kinds of Android peripheral projects are covered?
Projects include a Bluetooth robot, Geiger counter, light show, TV remote, temperature logger, and ultrasonic range finder. - What home automation projects are included?
Home automation projects include a controller, power control, smart thermostat, RFID door lock, signaling flags, and a delay timer. - Does the book explain project theory?
Yes, it explains the theory behind the projects and provides information needed to create your own projects. - Is there guidance for advanced or unconventional projects?
Yes, the book offers insights into Evil Genius Arduino for more advanced and unconventional projects. - Can I control heating and lighting with the projects?
Yes, several home automation devices for controlling home heating and lighting are included.
