SenseSDS

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This SenseSDS app measures the amount of small polluting particles in the air using a peripheral called an SDS011. The SDS011 uses a tiny laser to measure the total mass in micrograms per cubic metre of air of two sizes of particles. A pdf of this App description can be downloaded from the side bar to the right. Particulate Matter …

SenseUVI

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This App senses 200-370nm wavelength UV light and gives an analogue output between 0-1V proportional to the UV Index. Directions Setup Plug the Analogue Ultraviolet (UV) sensor into P5; navigate to the SenseUVI app on the Kookaberry’s menu and press Button B to run       Running the app What is showing on the screen? Top Row: Name of …

WeatherHere

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This uses the DHT11 sensor to measure temperature and humidity and display the apparent temperature. It can also display wind speed if connected to an AustSTEM designed anemometer which can be assembled in class from cardboard, a fidget spinner, and an optical sensor. Directions Step 1: Setup Set up the app by plugging a DHT11 sensor into P2. If available, …

SenseDHT

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This measures, logs, and transmits temperature (T) and relative humidity (RH) data using either the popular DHT11 sensor or the slightly more expensive (but with better specifications) DHT22. Directions Step 1: Setup Set up app by plugging either a DHT11 or DHT22 sensor into P2. The DHT11 is the blue sensor on the left below.     Step 2: Running …