Creative Raspberry Pi Pico Projects

Aug 3, 2024

Raspberry Pi Pico Projects Overview

Introduction

  • Discussion of projects using Raspberry Pi Pico and Pico W

Project Highlights

  1. Bluetooth Controlled Car (Nerd Cave)

    • Base made from 3mm plywood
    • Components: Caster wheel, 2 DC motors, motor driver module
    • Uses a smartphone app for control:
      • Four buttons for movement
      • Speed control slider

  2. Remote Controlled Turntable (Pico W)

    • Utilizes a stepper motor and gear system
    • Operated via web server for precise rotation
    • Ideal for stop-motion video recording

  3. Home Appliance Controller (Edison Science Corner)

    • Uses zero PCB, Pico W, and buck converter
    • Four relay modules for AC appliance control
    • Organized in a 3D printed enclosure
    • Controlled remotely via web server

  4. DIY Light Meter

    • Measures ambient light and RGB components
    • Helps with white balance correction
    • Educational tool for understanding light measurement

  5. Multi-Functional Control Knob

    • Built using a rotary encoder
    • Features: Horizontal scrolling, brightness, and volume control
    • Enclosed in a square 3D printed case
    • Programmable for different functionalities

  6. Smart Home Monitoring System

    • Centralized dashboard with remote sensors
    • Each sensor powered by a Lithium Polymer shim
    • Monitors temperature, humidity, and battery status
    • Data displayed on Grafana dashboard

  7. DIY Arcade Controller

    • Custom PCB and 3D printed case
    • Includes six arcade buttons and a joystick
    • Functions as a keyboard and mouse as well

  8. 3D Printer Monitoring Device (Actar)

    • Budget-friendly IoT device for tracking printer movements
    • Uses Raspberry Pi Pico and Husky Lens AI camera
    • Sends real-time updates via Telegram bot

  9. LED Progress Bar

    • Uses Raspberry Pi Pico W and addressable LED strip
    • Changes colors based on schedule
    • Provides visual reminders with rainbow lights at the end of the workday

  10. LED Strip Controller (Nerd Cave)

    • PCB designed to manage WS 2812b LED strips
    • Control via web server or Bluetooth module

  11. Mech Sanger Computer (Peter)

    • Features microcontroller, battery charging circuit, and SD card
    • Includes a backlit keyboard and tiny screen
    • Custom PCB design with cutout for the screen

Conclusion

  • Encouragement to like and subscribe for more projects
  • Goodbye message

Additional Information

  • Altium PCB design software mentioned for high-quality designs and sharing capabilities.