Introduction The SGP30 is a digital gas sensor from Sensirion that is designed to detect various gases in the ambient environment. It's commonly used to measure the concentration of Total Volatile Organic Compounds (TVOC) and equivalent carbon dioxide (eCO2) in the air. TVOC (Total Volatile Organic Compounds): TVOC is …

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Introduction The APDS9960 is a digital RGB (Red, Green, Blue) and gesture sensor manufactured by Broadcom, which is now part of Avago Technologies. This sensor is designed to detect hand gestures, proximity, and ambient light, making it useful for applications such as touchless gesture-controlled interfaces in …

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Introduction A rotary encoder is an electromechanical device used to convert the angular position or rotation of an object into an electrical signal. It's commonly used in various applications, such as measuring the position of knobs on electronic devices, controlling the movement of motors and machinery, or even in …

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Introduction The DS3231 is a popular real-time-clock (RTC) integrated circuit (IC) manufactured by Maxim Integrated. An RTC is a device that keeps track of time even when the main power source to a system, such as a microcontroller or a computer, is turned off or unavailable. The DS3231 is commonly used in a variety of …

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Introduction The MPU6050 is a sensor module used in electronics and robotics. It combines a 3-axis accelerometer and a 3-axis gyroscope in a single package. This combination of sensors allows it to measure both linear motion (acceleration) and rotational motion (angular velocity) in three dimensions each. It is …

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Introduction The VL53L0X Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensor is a miniature, highly advanced distance sensor designed to measure distances accurately and quickly. It operates based on the principle of time-of-flight, where it emits a laser or infrared light pulse and measures the time it takes for the light to bounce back …

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Introduction The TCS34725 is a color sensor manufactured by a company called ams (formerly known as TAOS, Texas Advanced Optoelectronic Solutions). This sensor is designed to detect and measure the color of ambient light and objects. It can accurately determine the intensity of red, green, blue, and clear (unfiltered) …

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Introduction The BMP280 is a popular digital pressure sensor manufactured by Bosch Sensortec. It is commonly used to measure barometric pressure and temperature. It is capable of measuring pressure ranging from 300 hPa to 1100 hPa. While the sensor is mainly designed to measure barometric pressure, it also comes with a …

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Introduction The HX711 is a precision 24-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) designed for weigh scales and industrial control applications. It is commonly used to interface with load cells, which are sensors used to measure weight or force. The HX711 load cell amplifier provides a stable and accurate digital output …

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Introduction Fine Dust sensor also known as Particulate Matter(PM) sensor is a device used to measure the concentration of fine particulate matter in the air. Fine particulate matter refers to tiny, airborne particles or droplets that can be inhaled into the respiratory system and can have adverse effects on human …

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