Projects

This comprehensive hub features the most popular PIC microcontroller projects and tutorials for engineers, hobbyists, and students. From basic LED blinking guides to advanced IoT and robotics implementations using PIC16F and PIC18F microcontrollers, explore step-by-step schematics, C source code, and practical hardware design solutions optimized for real-world applications..

This comprehensive hub features the most popular PIC microcontroller projects and tutorials for engineers, hobbyists, and students. From basic LED blinking guides to advanced IoT and robotics implementations using PIC16F and PIC18F microcontrollers, explore step-by-step schematics, C source code, and practical hardware design solutions optimized for real-world applications.

Project Category Recommended PIC IC Skill Level Key Components
Basic Interfacing PIC16F84A / PIC16F877A Beginner LEDs, Push Buttons, 16×2 LCD
Sensor Monitoring PIC16F877A Intermediate LM35, DHT11, Internal ADC
Motor & Power Control PIC18F4550 / PIC16F877A Intermediate L298N Driver, PWM Module
IoT & Wireless PIC18F4520 / PIC32 Advanced ESP8266, HC-05 Bluetooth, UART
Semi Automatic NERF Longshot

Semi-Automatic NERF Longshot

The first question I often get about this creation is “Why?.” The answer is quite simple, I am an engineering student at Stony Brook University. We play a game on campus called “Humans vs. Zombies.” That fact coupled with my over competitiveness, and my drive to engineer things most people wouldn’t is what ultimately spawned

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Hacking the Xbox CONTROLLER

Hacking the Xbox CONTROLLER

In this tutorial I show you step-by-step how I install a PIC microcontroller inside of an Xbox controller in order to provide custom functions. Now that you have the methods, all you have to do is go write some code and program a chip! Well, I know this is easier said than done, but check

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NES Controller iPod Remote

NES Controller iPod Remote

By embedding a PIC microcontroller into an NES controller, it can be converted into a replacement for Apple’s iPod remote. (Only 3rd and 4th Generation iPods have this, it is a the small oval port next to the headphone jack). Update (8/26/2011): It’s been quite some time since iPods have used this iPod remote connector,

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Nixie Tube Ornament schematic

Nixie Tube Ornament

The Nixie Tube Ornament is a homage to the light-up&motion ornaments from the early 90’s. The ornament looks cool on a tree and makes a great gift. Finally, a use for IN-12/15 top view tubes! I used an IN-15A symbol nixie in this ornament. An IN-12 works great too. A video of the ornament alone:

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