A Hands-On Course in Sensors Using the Arduino and Raspberry Pi (1 ed)

The collection, processing, and understanding of sensor data play a central role in industrial and scientific activities. This book builds simplified models of large industrial or scientific installations that contain hardware and other building blocks, including services for databases, web servers, control systems, and messaging brokers. A range of case studies are included within the book, including a weather station, geophones, a water-color monitor, capacitance measurement, the profile of a laser beam, and a remote-controlled and fire-seeking robot.

This book suits advanced undergraduate and graduate students taking hands-on laboratory courses in physics and engineering. Hobbyists in robotics clubs and other enthusiasts will also find this book of interest.

Features:

• Includes practical, hands-on exercises that can be conducted in student labs or even at home.
• It covers the latest software and hardware, and all code featured in examples is discussed in detail.
• All steps are illustrated with practical examples and case studies to enhance learning.