DART-E : Exploring Angles with Nerf Darts

Arduino Nano

Buck Converter Module, adjustable, LM2596 Based

MG995 servo motor

Hot glue gun (generic)

drill, screwdriver, soldering iron

MAX7219 Module

12V DC 1/2″ Electric Solenoid Water Air Valve Switch (Normally Closed)

Laser cutter (generic)

3 Digit Seven Segment Display

Arduino IDE

xTool Creative Space

Generic SPDT Center Off Toggle Switch

<html><body><h3>DART-E</h3><p>My son is 4. He loves building things and expects that I should be capable of building anything. This is my attempt to prove him right. </p><p>I am new to electronics, Arduino, and building stuff in general. I am typically a software guy. This project helped me and my son explore more intermediate projects where we had to consider voltage, current, and even flyback diodes to protect our circuit from the solenoid we used. </p><p>Additionally, we got to explore the use of our xTool laser cutter to add custom panels and a control board to our MakerBeam frame. </p><p>Huge thanks to the Arduino community, specifically to folks in Discord that helped me troubleshoot all types of nuance within our circuit. </p><h3>The Mission</h3><p>We were trying to kill several birds with one stone. </p><ol><li>Learn about how angles affect trajectories of ballistics ( Nerf darts ) </li><li>Integrate multiple components within an Arduino build </li><li>Learn how to turn a prototype into a durable physical and aesthetically pleasing final build </li></ol><h3>The Results</h3><ol><li>We spent way more time and money than needed to achieve our first goal of learning about angles </li><li>We learned way more than we could have imagined going from idea to prototype to final build </li><li>We love using our laser cutter :-) </li></ol><p> </p><figure><img src="https://projects.arduinocontent.cc/f09df33e-f4a3-4ab7-bd92-973a40e3678a.jpg"/><figcaption>The Control Panel</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://projects.arduinocontent.cc/86bd97c9-34c7-40b9-9f4d-101ed1c3eef2.jpg"/><figcaption>Electronics Mounts and Wiring</figcaption></figure><h3>Additional Technical Information</h3><p>All the code and technical details are stored within the <a href="https://github.com/buildfams/DartShooter">GitHub repository </a>. </p><p>I love feedback and questions. Don't hesitate to reach out! </p><h3></h3><h3></h3><h3></h3><p></p></body></html>

Read Me File

Arduino Nano Code

Final Build Fritzing Wiring Diagram

DART-E : Exploring Angles with Nerf Darts

Experimentation station for learning about projectiles, angles, and integrating Arduino with motors, solenoids, buttons, and pneumatics.