Understanding Photoresistors and Photo Detectors
Offered By: Paul McWhorter via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Learn how photoresistors work and their applications in this 36-minute Arduino tutorial. Explore the solid-state physics behind resistance changes in varying light levels. Build a simple project that uses an Arduino to control LEDs based on ambient light conditions. Gain hands-on experience with photoresistors, understand their circuitry, and develop Arduino code to create light-sensitive applications. Follow along with step-by-step instructions, from setting up the project supplies to troubleshooting the final circuit.
Syllabus
Introduction
Project Supplies
Resistor reading
Resistor circuit
Photo Detector circuit
Arduino Code
Coding
Troubleshooting
Taught by
Paul McWhorter
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