Arduino-Based Mini Seismograph: Earthquake Awareness in Education- OPENFAB-EYUBOGLU

Materials Needed

1. Arduino Uno
2. KY-002 Vibration Sensor
3. LED (for earthquake alert)
4. 220 Ohm resistor
5. Breadboard and jumper wires
6. USB cable
7. Computer (with Arduino IDE installed)

Setting Up the Circuit

1. Connect the VCC pin of the KY-002 sensor to the 5V pin on the Arduino.
2. Connect the GND pin to the Arduino’s GND.
3. Connect the DO pin to digital pin 2 on the Arduino.
4. Connect the LED, with a 220 Ohm resistor, to digital pin 13 on the Arduino.

Testing

1. Gently shake the sensor or provide vibrations to check if the LED lights up.
2. Observe the vibration messages appearing on the Serial Monitor.

Educational Use

1. Conduct classroom earthquake simulations using the mini seismograph.
2. Students can observe vibrations and collect data on earthquake intensity.
3. The project provides a safe environment for building earthquake awareness and can be integrated into STEM lessons.

Maintenance and Development

1. Ensure all wiring is secure.
2. Protect the Arduino and sensor from damage by using a safe platform.
3. In the future, you can add a screen or data logging system to record sensor readings.

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