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A Simple ESP8266 Web Server for Wireless Sensor Readings
Engineering illustration: A Simple ESP8266 Web Server for Wireless Sensor Readings

Build a simple web server on an ESP8266 module to show a temperature reading on a local web page, with a technical note on voltage compatibility between Arduino and the module.

Measuring Voltages Above 5 V Safely with Arduino
Engineering illustration: Measuring Voltages Above 5 V Safely with Arduino

Two ways to measure voltage with Arduino: direct measurement up to 5V, and a voltage divider for higher voltages, with the full calculation formulas.

MQ-2 Gas Sensor: Detecting Flammable Gases and Smoke with Arduino
Engineering illustration: MQ-2 Gas Sensor: Detecting Flammable Gases and Smoke with Arduino

A practical guide to wiring the MQ-2 gas sensor to Arduino for detecting flammable gases and smoke, with a safety note about the sensor heating up during operation.

Electronic Radar Project: Combining Arduino with Processing
Engineering illustration: Electronic Radar Project: Combining Arduino with Processing

Build an electronic radar project with Arduino using the HC-SR04 ultrasonic sensor and a servo motor, visualizing the results on your computer with Processing.