Cube3 Controls Training

Table of Contents

• 👋 Introduction
• 📚 Modules
  • Module 1️⃣: Arduino Basics
  • Module 2️⃣: Arduino Devices
  • Module 3️⃣: Protocols and Communication
  • Module 4️⃣: Version Control with Git and GitHub
• 🤔 Project Ideas
• 🤩 Conclusion

👋 Introduction

Welcome to the club training! This document will guide you through various topics related to Arduino, different devices, protocols, and version control using Git and GitHub. The training is divided into several modules, each focusing on a specific topic. By the end of this training, you will have a solid foundation to build upon and undertake exciting projects.

📚 Modules

Module 1️⃣: Arduino Basics

• Introduction to Arduino and its components: Arduino - Getting Started
• Setting up the Arduino IDE: Installing the Arduino IDE
• Writing and uploading your first Arduino sketch: Arduino - Basics
• Working with digital and analog inputs and outputs: Arduino - Digital Pins and Arduino - Analog Pins
• Interfacing with sensors and actuators: Arduino - Sensors and Arduino - Actuators
• Exploring the Arduino libraries and examples: Arduino - Libraries and Arduino - Examples

Module 2️⃣: Arduino Devices

• Understanding different types of Arduino boards: Arduino - Boards
• Exploring shields and modules for expanded functionality: Arduino - Shields
• Working with displays: Arduino - Displays and Arduino - OLED
• Interfacing with motors, servos, and stepper motors: Arduino - Motors, Arduino - Servo, and Arduino - Motor Shield
• Introduction to communication modules: Arduino - Communication and Arduino - Bluetooth
• Exploring advanced Arduino devices: Arduino - Nano 33 IoT, Arduino - Due, and Arduino - Portenta H7

Module 3️⃣: Protocols and Communication

• Introduction to communication protocols: UART, I2C, and SPI
• Working with I2C devices and sensors: Arduino - Wire Library
• Implementing serial communication with Arduino: Arduino - Serial Communication
• Interfacing with SPI devices: Arduino - SPI Library
• Exploring wireless communication: RF Modules, Wi-Fi Modules, and Bluetooth Modules

Module 4️⃣: Version Control with Git and GitHub

• Understanding version control and its importance: Git - About Version Control
• Installing Git and setting up a repository: Git - Installation
• Git basics: commits, branches, and merging: Git - Basics
• Collaborative development using GitHub: GitHub - Hello World
• Pull requests and code reviews: GitHub - Pull Requests
• Resolving merge conflicts and managing repositories: Git - Resolving Merge Conflicts

🤔 Project Ideas

Now that you have gained knowledge and skills in Arduino, device interfacing, protocols, and version control, here are some project ideas to apply what you have learned:

1. CubeSat Orientation Indicator: Build a CubeSat model with a servo motor-controlled arrow that indicates the orientation of the CubeSat based on data from the MPU6050 IMU sensor.

2. CubeSat Sun Tracker: Develop a CubeSat model with servo motors that adjust solar panels to track the position of the sun using data from the MPU6050 IMU sensor.

3. CubeSat Stability Experiment: Create a CubeSat model that uses servo motors to maintain stability by counteracting external disturbances based on readings from the MPU6050 IMU sensor.

4. CubeSat Motion Logger: Build a CubeSat model with servo motors that record and log the detected motion and rotation data from the MPU6050 IMU sensor.

5. CubeSat Attitude Visualization: Develop a CubeSat model with servo motors that visually represents the detected attitude and orientation based on data from the MPU6050 IMU sensor.

Feel free to choose a project that interests you the most or come up with your own unique idea. Remember, the goal is to apply your knowledge, learn from the experience, and have fun along the way!

🤩 Conclusion

Congratulations on completing the training! You have now gained a solid foundation in Arduino, device interfacing, communication protocols, and version control with Git and GitHub. The project ideas provided are meant to inspire you to continue exploring and applying what you have learned. Feel free to share your projects and ideas with the club, collaborate with fellow members, and never stop learning and experimenting!

If you have any questions or need further assistance, don't hesitate to reach out to your club mentors or fellow members on Discord. Happy making and coding!