ElectronParade

The Workshop

Weekend builds, robotics, and smart home projects.

Project 21: Self-Balancing Robot

Combine an MPU6050 accelerometer/gyroscope with stepper motors to build a robot that balances itself like a Segway using a custom PID controller.

2026-06-17

Project 20: Mini Arduino CNC Plotter

Upcycle old DVD drives into a working, desktop CNC plotter that can draw custom vector graphics using an Arduino Uno and an L293D Motor Shield.

2026-06-16

Project 18: Budget Magic Mirror (Under $80)

Build a classic, affordable Magic Mirror using a Raspberry Pi, an old monitor, and a two-way acrylic sheet for under $80.

2026-06-15

Project 17: Laser Turret Tracker

Build an interactive laser turret using micro servos, a pan-tilt bracket, and an analog joystick to learn 2-axis control.

2026-06-06

Project 15: DIY Arduino Automated Pet Feeder

Build an automated pet feeder using an Arduino, a DS3231 RTC module, and an MG996R servo motor to keep your furry friends fed on time.

2026-05-29

Project 14: Pomodoro Timer

Build your own Pomodoro productivity timer using an Arduino, an OLED display or 4-digit 7-segment display, and a piezo buzzer.

2026-05-27

Project 11: Portable GPS Data Logger

Build a portable GPS tracker that records your location, altitude, and speed onto a Micro SD card for viewing in Google Earth.

2026-05-22

Project 7: Build an Ultrasonic Radar Screen

Build a sweeping radar screen using an Arduino, a servo motor, an HC-SR04 ultrasonic sensor, and Processing to map out objects in your environment.

2026-05-20

Project 6: Build an Automatic Solar Tracker (Arduino vs. Analog)

Maximize solar panel efficiency by building an automated solar tracker. We compare a smart Arduino-based method to a simple analog Op-Amp circuit.

2026-05-18

Project 10: 24-LED NeoPixel Minimalist Desk Clock

Build a sleek, minimalist digital and analog desk clock using a 24-LED NeoPixel ring, an Arduino Nano, and an RTC module.

2026-05-18

Project 9: Automated Plant Waterer

Save your houseplants! Build an automatic irrigation system that senses soil moisture and turns on a water pump automatically.

2026-05-15

Project 8: Build Your Own Desktop Weather Station

Build a highly practical real-time digital desktop weather station using an Arduino, a DHT11 sensor, and a 16x2 I2C LCD.

2026-05-11

Project 4: Motion-Activated Alarm

A fun DIY electronics project.

2026-05-09

Project 5: Arduino Simon Says Game

Recreate the classic 1980s memory game using an Arduino, LEDs, and tactile buttons.

2026-05-09

Project 3: Arduino Traffic Light

A fun DIY electronics project.

2026-05-07

Project 2: Simple Water Level Indicator (Two Ways)

A fun DIY electronics project.

2026-05-04

Project 1: Basic LED Throwies

The perfect beginner electronics project. Learn how a circuit works by taping an LED directly to a coin cell battery.

2026-05-01

Project 12: Digital Smart Level & Pitch Monitor

Build an incredibly precise digital level with an OLED display and an audible buzzer alarm using the MPU-6050 accelerometer and gyroscope.