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Science and Engineering Projects Using the Arduino and Raspberry Pi

Explore STEM Concepts with Microcomputers

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Authors:
  1. Paul Bradt

    1. Houston, USA

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  2. David Bradt

    1. Houston, USA

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  • Conduct science and engineering experiments with the Raspberry Pi and Arduino
  • Measure and simulate real world and off-world conditions
  • Go beyond practical application to understand the theories and concepts behind these projects

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Table of contents (7 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xxi
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  2. Key Technology Tools

    • Paul Bradt, David Bradt
    Pages 1-18

  3. Data Logging Basics

    • Paul Bradt, David Bradt
    Pages 19-36

  4. Physics and Mathematics Basics

    • Paul Bradt, David Bradt
    Pages 37-42

  5. Simple Science and Engineering Projects

    • Paul Bradt, David Bradt
    Pages 43-70

  6. Advanced Physics and Mathematics for Science and Engineering

    • Paul Bradt, David Bradt
    Pages 71-84

  7. Time/Condition-Dependent Projects

    • Paul Bradt, David Bradt
    Pages 85-148

  8. Light and Imaging Projects

    • Paul Bradt, David Bradt
    Pages 149-217

  9. Back Matter

    Pages 219-238
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About this book

Hone your understanding of science and engineering concepts with the versatile Arduino microcontroller and powerful Raspberry Pi mini-computer. The simple, straightforward, fun projects in this book use the Arduino and Raspberry Pi to build systems that explore key scientific concepts and develop engineering skills. 

Areas explored include force/acceleration, heat transfer, light, and astronomy.  You'll work with advanced tools, such as data logging, advanced design, manufacturing, and assembly techniques that will take you beyond practical application of the projects you'll be creating. 


Technology is ever evolving and changing. This book goes beyond simple how-tos to teach you the concepts behind these projects and sciences. You'll gain the skills to observe and adapt to changes in technology as you work through fun and easy projects that explore fundamental concepts of engineering and science.


What You'll Learn
  • Measure the acceleration of a car you're riding in
  • Simulate zero gravity
  • Calculate the heat transfer in and out of your house
  • Photography the moon and planets



Who This Book Is For
Hobbyists, students, and instructors interested in practical applications and methods to measure and learn about the physical world using inexpensive Maker technologies.

Authors and Affiliations

  • Houston, USA

    Paul Bradt, David Bradt

About the authors

Paul Bradt has a BS in Computer Science from University of Houston Clear Lake. He currently runs a small company that provides IT support and works as a contractor developing various computer programs. He has worked extensively with microcomputers like Arduino and Pi and believes them to be excellent tools for developing an understanding of how electronic components and hardware interact in integrated systems. He also believes they are very useful as teaching aids in learning the basics of computer programming. Paul likes to promote STEM concepts through hands-on techniques. 

David Bradt has a BS in Mechanical Engineering from New Mexico State University with many years of experience in engineering, safety, reliability, industrial equipment, petrochemical and NASA. He likes using tools like the Raspberry Pi and the Arduino to capture data to help form the basis for informed analysis of the physical world. He enjoys building all kinds of systems and is an amateur astronomer.

Bibliographic Information

  • Book Title: Science and Engineering Projects Using the Arduino and Raspberry Pi

  • Book Subtitle: Explore STEM Concepts with Microcomputers

  • Authors: Paul Bradt, David Bradt

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4842-5811-8

  • Publisher: Apress Berkeley, CA

  • eBook Packages: Professional and Applied Computing, Apress Access Books, Professional and Applied Computing (R0)

  • Copyright Information: Paul Bradt and David Bradt 2020

  • Softcover ISBN: 978-1-4842-5810-1Published: 21 June 2020

  • eBook ISBN: 978-1-4842-5811-8Published: 20 June 2020

  • Edition Number: 1

  • Number of Pages: XXI, 238

  • Number of Illustrations: 126 b/w illustrations

  • Topics: Hardware and Maker

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