Rotary encoder vs potentiometer A rotary encoder is a wonderful digital alternative to the old analog potentiometers. Rotary encoders are useful as rotation sensors (or selectors) and look similar to ...

I needed a rotary encoder — I pulled a cheap one out of one of those “49 boards for Arduino” kits you see around. Not the finest encoder in the land, I’m sure, but it should do the job.

It is amazing how many Arduino programmes for decoding rotary encoders start with something like: "I looked at all the available rotary encoder sketches ...

Hi, I'm Bill. I'm a software developer with a passion for making and electronics. I do a lot of things and here is where I document my learning in order to be able to inspire other people to make ...

Explore the world of servo motors and Arduino with this comprehensive guide. Learn the basics of servo motor control, delve into the specifics of the Tower Pro SG90 servo motor, and follow a ...

A measuring wheel is a construction measuring tool. The wheel rotates and, using basic rotational kinematics (s=rθ), you can determine the distance between two points. The video below shows a reduced ...

Assembly of the DIY Arduino Measuring Wheel A 3d printed enclosure has been designed for the project, the STL files of the enclosure are attached. The electronics are to be fitted in the box as shown ...