IoT and AI-Based Arduino Projects –
Part 2
Gesture-Controlled Robot Using Arduino and Accelerometer
Objective
To develop a gesture-responsive robotic vehicle controlled using an accelerometer and
Arduino.
Expected Outcomes
• Implement wireless RF communication between hand and robot.
• Use accelerometer data to drive motor responses via L293D driver.
• Understand gesture detection and basic control systems.
Components Required with Cost
Component Qty Cost (INR)
Arduino Nano 1 450
MPU6050 Accelerometer 1 300
RF Transmitter/Receiver 1 250
L293D Motor Driver 1 150
Chassis & Motors 1 600
Battery Pack 1 300
Wheels and Connectors 1 200
Training & Testing 1 1200
Materials
Total Estimated Cost: ₹3450
Software Used
Arduino IDE
Hardware Used
Arduino Nano, MPU6050, RF Module, L293D
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Voice-Controlled Home Automation Using Arduino and Google Assistant
Objective
To create a smart home setup controlled by voice via Google Assistant and IFTTT
integration.
Expected Outcomes
• Learn to use IFTTT for voice command triggers.
• Control AC appliances using relays and Arduino UNO.
• Configure Wi-Fi based control using ESP8266.
Components Required with Cost
Component Qty Cost (INR)
Arduino UNO 1 500
ESP8266 Wi-Fi Module 1 300
Relay Module (4-channel) 1 350
IFTTT Integration (Free) 1 0
Power Adapter 1 200
Wiring Kit 1 150
Android Phone for Google 1 0
Assistant
Training (10 Days) 1 2000
Total Estimated Cost: ₹3500
Software Used
IFTTT, Arduino IDE
Hardware Used
Arduino UNO, ESP8266, Relay Module
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Edge AI-Based Real-Time Object Detection on Arduino with TinyML
Objective
To detect and classify objects on edge devices using TinyML without cloud reliance.
Expected Outcomes
• Train lightweight ML models on Edge Impulse.
• Run real-time inference using Arduino BLE boards.
• Integrate camera modules for vision tasks.
Components Required with Cost
Component Qty Cost (INR)
Arduino Nano 33 BLE Sense 1 1700
Camera Module 1 400
Edge Impulse Access 1 0
Power Supply 1 200
Mounting Kit 1 300
Training Kit 1 1000
Total Estimated Cost: ₹3600
Software Used
Edge Impulse, TensorFlow Lite Micro, Arduino IDE
Hardware Used
Arduino Nano 33 BLE Sense, Camera
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LoRa-Based Smart Agriculture System with Long-Range Communication
Objective
To monitor environmental parameters in fields and transmit data over long-range
LoRaWAN communication.
Expected Outcomes
• Set up field sensors using soil, humidity and temperature sensors.
• Use LoRa SX1278 modules for low-power long-range communication.
• Visualize sensor data on cloud or local dashboard.
Components Required with Cost
Component Qty Cost (INR)
Arduino Uno 1 500
LoRa SX1278 Module 1 600
DHT22 Sensor 1 250
Soil Moisture Sensor 1 250
Waterproof Enclosure 1 400
Battery & Solar Charger 1 1000
Wires, PCBs 1 200
Training + Field Simulation 1 2000
Total Estimated Cost: ₹5200
Software Used
Node-RED, Firebase
Hardware Used
Arduino Uno, LoRa SX1278, DHT22, Soil Sensors
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