[mircemk] shows how to create a simple non-contact proximity sensor using little more than an Arduino Nano board, and a convenient software library intended to measure the value of capacitors. The ...

This is the fourth episode in our six-part video series where Bob Clagett of I Like to Make Stuff takes on home DIY projects inspired by the features of the new Ford F-150. You know the drill: You ...

Key Points Motion sensor lights help to save on energy by automatically turning the lights off when not in use.They are most effective for lights accidentally left on often, like outdoor lights and ...

I built a homebrew environmental sensor that cost R535.90, and found that there were very few benefits over buying a commercial version of the product. Some time ago, I came upon the idea that it ...

If you're looking to expand your smart home setup but don't know where to start, consider these five essential gadgets for whatever project is up next.

Here is the circuit diagram of a simple steam sensor, wired around a handful of inexpensive components. This steam sensor can be connected to a microcontroller’s I/O port directly. The steam sensor ...

Motion sensing technology has come a long way since its inception several years ago. Today we can find motion sensors in almost any home product, which not only adds convenience but also acts as an ...