VEML6070 ultraviolet light sensor and micro:bit example
VEML6070 is an advanced ultraviolet (UV) light sensor with I2C protocol interface and designed by the CMOS process. It is easily operated via a...
How to create a microbit piano
In this article we look at a Mini Piano Module that you can connect to your micro:bit.
The module uses a TTP229 which has 13 touch...
micro:bit and MPL3115A2 absolute pressure sensor example
The MPL3115A2 is a compact, piezoresistive, absolute pressure sensor with an I2C digital interface. MPL3115A2 has a wide operating range of 20 kPa to...
VL53L0X Time-of-Flight sensor and micro:bit example
The VL53L0X is a Time-of-Flight (ToF) laser-ranging module housed in the smallest package on the market today, providing accurate distance measurement whatever the target...
WS2812 RGB led ring example on Microbit with Edublocks
This was a WS2812b led ring that I purchased for low cost. There are 12 LEDs in total on this and once you solder...
A first look at edublocks and the Micro:bit
We will look at an easy to use IDE called edublocks. Here is the blurb
EduBlocks for micro:bit is the latest edition. It's a drag...
Microbit and TMP175 digital temperature sensor example
The TMP75 and TMP175 devices are digital temperature sensors ideal for NTC and PTC thermistor replacement. The devices offer a typical accuracy of ±1°C...
Microbit and MS5611 barometric pressure sensor example
This barometric pressure sensor is optimized for altimeters and variometers with an altitude resolution of 10 cm. The sensor module includes a high linearity...
OPT3001 Digital Ambient Light Sensor and Microbit example
The OPT3001 is a sensor that measures the intensity of visible light. The spectral response of the sensor tightly matches the photopic response of...
Microbit and MAG3110 magnetic sensor example
The MAG3110 is a small, low-power digital 3D magnetic sensor with a wide dynamic range to allow operation in PCBs with high extraneous magnetic...