C10: Arduino / RPi Pico Advanced – Actuator Interfacing

Example

Sensor Used

Actuator Used

Purpose

Automatic street light

Light sensor (LDR)

Light bulb

Turns lights ON at night and OFF in the day

Elevator doors

IR sensor

Motor

Opens/closes door automatically when people near

Smart trash bin

Ultrasonic sensor

Servo motor

Opens lid when someone is close

Auto water tap

IR proximity sensor

Servo motor/Valve

Starts water flow when hands are detected

Room AC temperature

Temperature sensor

AC compressor

Adjusts cooling automatically

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