Heart Transplant Escape Room Puzzle Tutorial - RF Communication and Arduino

Learn how to create an innovative "Heart Transplant" Escape Room puzzle using RF communication between two Arduinos in this comprehensive video tutorial. Discover the process of building a model heart with a beating LED animation and a transmitting pulse, which triggers a key release mechanism in a skeleton's ribcage. Explore the unique application of RF radio transmitters/receivers as proximity detectors, offering an alternative to traditional magnet/RFID sensors for large-scale props. Gain insights into hardware setup, component wiring, and detailed Arduino code implementation. Master the techniques for tuning transmission range and creating engaging, interactive puzzle elements for escape room experiences.

00:00:00 - Introduction and Demonstration
00:02:23 - Overview of Puzzle Mechanics
00:05:56 - RF Communication
00:11:24 - Puzzle Hardware
00:15:39 - Component Wiring
00:22:10 - Arduino Code Listing
00:44:46 - Wrapup