https://github.com/surin-learning-lab/beatingheart

https://github.com/surin-learning-lab/beatingheart

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• Host: GitHub
• URL: https://github.com/surin-learning-lab/beatingheart
• Owner: Surin-Learning-Lab
• Created: 2024-05-27T08:22:46.000Z (about 1 year ago)
• Default Branch: main
• Last Pushed: 2024-06-29T14:37:12.000Z (12 months ago)
• Last Synced: 2025-02-16T08:27:34.578Z (4 months ago)
• Language: C++
• Size: 450 KB
• Stars: 0
• Watchers: 1
• Forks: 0
• Open Issues: 0
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  • Readme: README.md

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Heartbeat LED Matrix Display

Welcome to the Heartbeat LED Matrix Display project! This project utilizes an Arduino and an 8x8 LED matrix to create a visually appealing display that simulates a beating heart using LEDs. It's perfect for learning about microcontrollers, LED matrix handling, and basic animation techniques.

Features

Animated Heart Patterns: Alternates between a big and small heart to simulate a heartbeat.

Customizable Speed: Adjust the delay in the code to speed up or slow down the animations.

Simple Hardware Setup: Uses basic components ideal for beginners and intermediate users.

Prerequisites

Before you get started, ensure you have the following:

Arduino IDE installed on your computer.

Basic knowledge of Arduino programming.

Necessary hardware components:

Arduino Uno

8x8 LED Matrix

Jumper wires

Breadboard

Appropriate resistors for current limiting

Hardware Setup

Arduino to LED Matrix Connections:

Connect matrix rows to Arduino Digital Pins 2 through 9.

Connect matrix columns to Arduino Digital Pins 10 through 17.

Include current-limiting resistors on each column connection.

Check Connections:

Ensure all connections are secure. Incorrect wiring can lead to short circuits or component damage.

Software Setup

Clone the Repository:

Open the provided Arduino sketch (Heartbeat_LED_Matrix.ino) in the Arduino IDE.

Connect your Arduino via USB.

Select the correct board and port from the Tools menu.

Upload the sketch to your Arduino.

Usage

Once uploaded:

Power the Arduino and observe the LED matrix displaying the heartbeat animation.

Modify the delay() values in the sketch to adjust the animation speed.

Contributing

Feel free to fork this project and contribute by submitting a pull request. We appreciate your inputs to improve the project or documentation.

License

This project is released under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for more details.