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Arduino 6th Day

This document provides a comprehensive guide on using Arduino libraries and the DHT11 sensor for measuring temperature and humidity. It covers the installation of libraries, the syntax for importing and using them, and details about the DHT11 sensor's specifications and working principle. The document also outlines a project to build a circuit with the DHT11 sensor and troubleshoot common issues.

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Arduino 6th Day

This document provides a comprehensive guide on using Arduino libraries and the DHT11 sensor for measuring temperature and humidity. It covers the installation of libraries, the syntax for importing and using them, and details about the DHT11 sensor's specifications and working principle. The document also outlines a project to build a circuit with the DHT11 sensor and troubleshoot common issues.

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Using

Libraries and
DHT11 Sensor
with Arduino
● Installing Arduino Libraries
Overview ● Importing and Using Libraries
● Introduction to DHT11 Sensor
● Project: Measuring Temperature
and Humidity with DHT11
Installing Arduino Libraries
Definition:

What are Arduino ● Libraries are collections of code that make it easy to connect to
a sensor, display, module, etc.
Libraries? Purpose:

● Simplify complex tasks by providing pre-written functions.


Steps:
How to Install ● Open the Arduino IDE.
Libraries ● Go to "Sketch" > "Include Library" >
"Manage Libraries...
Using Library Manager:

● Search for the desired library.


Library Manager ● Click "Install" to add the library to your IDE.

Example:

● Installing the DHT sensor library.


Importing and Using
Libraries
Syntax:

● #include <LibraryName.h>
Importing Libraries Example:

in Your Code ● #include <DHT.h>


Syntax:

● Create an instance of the library class.


Initializing Libraries Example:

● DHT dht(DHTPIN, DHTTYPE);


Example Functions:

● dht.begin();
Using Library ● float humidity = dht.readHumidity();
● float temperature = dht.readTemperature();
Functions
Introduction to DHT11
Sensor
Definition:

● The DHT11 is a basic, low-cost digital temperature and


humidity sensor.

Components:

● Sensor module with temperature and humidity sensors.


What is the DHT11
Sensor?
● Working Principle:
○ Uses a thermistor and a capacitive humidity
sensor.
● Output:
○ Digital signal with temperature and humidity
data.

How the DHT11


Sensor Works
Specifications:

● Temperature Range: 0-50°C


● Humidity Range: 20-90%
● Accuracy: ±2°C, ±5% humidity

DHT11 Sensor
Specifications
Project: Measuring
Temperature and Humidity with
DHT11
Objective:

● Measure and display temperature and humidity using the


Project Overview DHT11 sensor.

Components:

● Arduino, DHT11 sensor, Breadboard, Jumper wires.


● Connections:
○ VCC to 5V, GND to GND, Data to digital pin 2.

Building the Circuit


Writing the Code - Part
Setup:
Explanation of the ● Initialize the serial communication and
Code DHT sensor.

Loop:

● Read temperature and humidity


values.
● Check if readings are valid.
● Print values to the Serial Monitor.
No Readings:
Common Issues and ● Check connections and wiring.
Troubleshooting
Invalid Readings:
● Ensure correct sensor type is
defined (DHTTYPE DHT11).
Summary:

● Learned how to install and use Arduino libraries.


Key Takeaways ● Worked with the DHT11 sensor to measure temperature and
humidity.

Next Steps:

● Explore more sensors and libraries for your Arduino projects.

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