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Using the Bantam Tools NextDraw Pen Plotter

Bantam Tools NextDraw

The Bantam Tools NextDraw is a pen-plotter designed for precis ...e drawing on various materials using a digital file. It works by following ve ...ctor paths from an SVG file to produce clean, accurate line work. The necessary software is already installed...

Using a Whadda Vibration Motor Module

Physical Computing Tutorials

What is a Whadda Vibration Motor Module vibration motor? We already have a tutorial on how to use a vibration motor on its own. The Whadda Vibration Motor Module simplifies thi ...s process by integrating all the essential components—such as a transisto...

Making sounds with a piezo

Physical Computing Tutorials

)# What is a piezo? &a piezo? 'Piezo' normally refers to an electrical component which can be used to make sound, however more broadly a piezo is a component that is susceptible to the two-way piezoelectric effect where pre ...or squeezing the piezo element can create a small voltage, and vi...

How to use an Electromagnet

Physical Computing Tutorials

What is an Electromagnet? The Grove Electromagnet is a type of magnetic actuator that becomes magnetized when an electric current passes through it. When powered on ..., it can attract small ferromagnetic objects such as nails, screws, or paper clips....

How to use a Bone Conductor Transducer

Physical Computing Tutorials

What is Bone Conduction? Bone condu ...ction is a way of transmitting sound to the inner ear through the bones of the skull ... instead of through the air and eardrum. In normal hearing, sound waves travel through the air, vibrate the eardrum, and are...

An Introduction to 2D in Unity 5

...ntroduction This will give you a brief introduction to starting a 2D project in Unity. Creating a project, game objects and controlling them using the Un ...ity interface and also with C#. Preparation Install Unity You will need to have Unity downloaded and installe...

Using the MAX9814 mic amplifier

Physical Computing Tutorials

This Adafruit MAX9814 microphone amplifier allows you to easily detect sound.  There are a total of five connections on this mi ... we will only be using VCC, GND and OUT in our wiring. You can read more about this component here. Wirin ... Ground (GND to GND) Output to analog pin on the Arduino (OUT to...

Arra...

Programming Tips and Tricks

Arrays Difficulty : Beginner-Inte ...rmediate This tutorial assumes you have a basic understanding of coding in Processing or ... p5, and are comfortable using variables, if statements and for loops. Introduction : ...The What and the Why In order to under...

Using a Force Sensor

Physical Computing Tutorials

What is a Force Sensor? The Force Sensor ...senses the resistance value depending on how much it has pressed. It can sense even the slightest touch ..., therefore you can use it as a touch sensor as well. The difference between t ...his and Capacitive Sensor is that the...

How to image a Raspberry Pi

Raspberry Pi Raspberry Pi Image

How to image a Raspberry Pi? There is an official video showing how if you prefe ...r. 1. Download the Raspberry Pi Imager Go to the Raspbeery Pi official site to download the software. Choose a suitable version for yourself. 2. In ...sert your SD card A CTL Pi kit should contain a...

How to use DFPlayer mini to play MP3

Physical Computing Tutorials

What is a DFPlayer? Replacing DFplayer Mini Since this old model ...is not the most stable and many random problems are encountered, we are going to use the new model - ... DFPlayer Pro instead. The DFPlayer Mini MP3 Player For Arduino ...

Using a HC-SR04 distance sensor

Physical Computing Tutorials

What is the HC-SR04? The HC-SR04 is ... a ultrasonic distance sensor, it uses ultrasound to send out a ping and measure how long the sound takes to come back, exactly like bats use to fly in the dark. The sensor works between 2-4 ... if the ping sound is reflected away from the sensor by an a dive...

Adding content - Music and Audio

Spark AR other Content and Tutorials

There are multiple ways in which you can use audio in your AR project through Spark AR. An introduction to the use of audio in Spark AR can be found here. Adding an Audio file It is important to note that Spark AR only supports M4A file format. You can convert au...

How to use a Hall Effect Sensor

Physical Computing Tutorials

What is a Hall Effect Sensor? The hall effect sensor is a type of magnetic sensor which can be used for detecting the stre ...ngth and direction of a magnetic field produced from a permanent magnet or an electromagnet with its output varying in proportion to the stren...

How to use a Flat Vibration Switch

Physical Computing Tutorials

What is a Flat Vibration Switch? This is a low-sensitivity, directional vibration-induced trigger switch. Ins ...ide is a very soft spring coiled around a long metal pin. When the switch is bumped ... from the side only, the spring attached to the first pin touches...

What is Unreal Engine?

Unreal Engine Basics

Unreal Engine is a powerful software that helps creators build virtual environments and interactive content. Initially designed for video games, it has evolved into a versatile engine suitable for many different projects. With Unreal Engine, students can bring the...

What equipment is available?

About the Lab Frequently Asked Questions

Within the Creative Technology Lab we have a wide array of equipment and resources available to borrow and use during term time. This eq ...s prioritised for students on stakeholder courses. Equipment can be booked from ORB or loaned from the Kit room or WG14 du...

Building for Android Touchscreen Display with Phone OS

Building Apps (Staff)

Unreal project setup as Mobile Scalable. Build for Android with regular SDK, NDK setup for Meta Quests. On packaging succes, check for APK and OBB files. Procure thumb driv ...e with a USB-C connector. Adapters do not work. Copy apk, obb, install, uninstall file...

Touch sensor - with No Sensor!

Physical Computing Tutorials

What is Capacitive Touch Sensing? Simply put ..., it is the touch sensing of all conductive materials including tinfoil, banana, plant, pencil drawing etc. In this tutorial, we will show you two types of ... Capacitive Touch Sensing: acute touch and proximity. Librar...

Using a Soil Moisture Sensor

Physical Computing Tutorials

What is a Soil Moisture Sensor? The Soil ...Moisture Sensor measures soil moisture grace to the changes in electrical conductivity of the earth (soil resistance increases with drought). Wiring Wiring ... to 5V) Ground (GND to GND) Signal (SIG to A0) Getting started ...