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Light Detector Solar Panel With Arduino

by HowtoX

This is a project for those who use solar panels and want to increase the efficiency of them.

This project is a scaled down version of what can be achieved with bigger solar panels.

https://youtu.be/kGwfeGEZWJ0

Step 1: Items You Will Need

Step 2: Attach the Motor to the Stand

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Step 3: Place the Sensors on the Corners of the Stand

Step 4: Wiring Up the Arduino

I used 10k ohm resistors.

Arduino code for this project :

https://pastebin.com/QjKL2rfy

Bellow you can find a tutorial on how to control a stepper motor with an Arduino :

//www.youtube.com/embed/JAIvvJyRT8o

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Step 5: Starting It Up

When you start it up the arduino will think that it is on the position 0, for this reason always position the solar panel
accordingly.

Step 6: Final Thoughts

This idea can increase the efficiency of a solar panel so it is a good idea for those who live in a house

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