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Download Proteus Library of Arduino Modules
Departments:
  1. Electronics Engineering
  2. Mechatronics Engineering
Microcontrollers:
  1. Arduino Mega 2560
  2. Arduino Nano
  3. Arduino Uno
Codings:
  1. Arduino C
Softwares:
  1. Arduino IDE
  2. Proteus

Hi Friends! Glad to have you on board. In this post today, we’ll cover How to Download Proteus Library of Arduino Modules.

If you are a regular reader of our blog, you must have noticed that we are sharing Proteus Libraries of different embedded sensors & modules on regular basis. Moreover, we have also launched version 2.0 of few libraries. So, today I am going to provide links to download Proteus Library of all Arduino Boards designed by TEP.

So, let's get started with How to Download Proteus Library of Arduino Modules:

Where To Buy?
No.ComponentsDistributorLink To Buy
1Arduino Mega 2560AmazonBuy Now
2Arduino NanoAmazonBuy Now
3Arduino UnoAmazonBuy Now

Download Proteus Library of Arduino Modules V2.0

  • It's the most advanced version of Arduino Proteus Library and consists of 6 Arduino Boards in total, named as:
    • Arduino UNO
    • Arduino Mega 2560
    • Arduino Mega 1280
    • Arduino Pro Mini
    • Arduino Nano
    • Arduino Mini
  • We have designed 7 Arduino Proteus Libraries V2.0 in total.
  • First, we have designed seperate Proteus Libraries of these 6 boards while in the 7th Library, we have combined all these boards.
  • So, if you just want to use Arduino UNO, then download its respective Library but if you are working on multiple boards, then download the combined version(7th).
Let's have a look at these Arduino Proteus Libraies one by one:

1. Arduino Uno Library for Proteus V2.0

This Arduino Proteus Library contains only one board named Arduino UNO. You need to download zip file of Proteus library and will be able to simulate Arduino Uno in Proteus software. Proteus Library zip file download link is given below: Download Arduino UNO Library for Proteus V2.0

2. Arduino Mega 2560 Library for Proteus V2.0

Using this Proteus Library, you can simulate Arduino Mega 2560 in Proteus ISIS. Here's the link to download its zip file: Download Arduino Mega 2560 Library for Proteus V2.0

3. Arduino Mega 1280 Library for Proteus V2

Here's the link to dowload Proteus Library zip file of Arduino Mega 1280: Download Arduino Mega 1280 Library for Proteus V2.0

4. Arduino Mini Library for Proteus V2

Here's the link to download Arduino Mini Library for Proteus V2.0: Download Mini Library for Proteus V2.0

5. Arduino Nano Library for Proteus V2.0

Download this Arduino Nano Library for Proteus(V2.0) and simulate it in Proteus ISIS. Here's the Proteus Library zip file download link: Download Arduino Nano Library for Proteus V2.0

6. Arduino Pro Mini Library for Proteus V2.0

Check out this Arduino Pro Mini Library for Proteus(V2). It is similar to the V1 Arduino Pro Mini board but comes in a smaller size. Download Arduino Nano Library for Proteus V2.0

7. Arduino Library for Proteus V2.0

Arduino Library for Proteus contains all 6 Arduino boards. Simply sownload its zip file and you can use any of these 6 Arduino boards. Here's the link to download zip file of Arduino Proteus Library: Download Arduino Library for Proteus V2.0

Arduino Library for Proteus V1.0

In this section, we’ll cover Arduino Library for Proteus V1.0. We’ve designed this library for six different types of Arduino boards.

1. Arduino Mega 2560 Library for Proteus V1

Check out this Arduino Mega 2560 Library for Proteus(V1). Using this library you can simulate Arduino Mega 2560 in the Proteus workspace.
  • Arduino Mega 2560 is a powerful and application-type Arduino board, based on the Atmega2560 microcontroller.
  • It comes with 16 analog pins and 54 digital I/O pins, including 15 pins for PWM.

2. Arduino Mega 1280 Library for Proteus V1

Read this Arduino Mega 1280 Library for Proteus(V1). In this library, we’ve discussed how to download the Arduino Mega 1280 library and use it in your Proteus software. Arduino Mega 1280 is a compact and efficient Arduino board based on the Atmega1280 microcontroller. There are 16 analog and 54 digital I/O pins incorporated on the board. Moreover, it includes a power jack, reset button, ICSP header, and 4 UART serial ports.

3. Arduino Mini Library for Proteus V1

Download Arduino Mini Library for Proteus(V1). You’ll get to know how to simulate Arduino Mini in Proteus. Arduino Mini is a small-sized, robust, and powerful Arduino board, based on an Atmega328 microcontroller. It comes with 14 digital I/O pins, of which 6 pins are used for PWM.

4. Arduino Nano Library for Proteus V1

Click this Arduino Nano Library for Proteus(V1) and simulate Arduino Nano in Proteus software. Arduino Nano is a small, flexible, and breadboard-friendly Arduino board, based on ATmega328p/Atmega168 microcontroller. It features 8 analog pins, 14 digital I/O pins, 2 reset pins & 6 power pins.

5. Arduino Pro Mini Library for Proteus V1

Check out this Arduino Pro Mini Library for Proteus(V1). Arduino Pro Mini is a compact, small-sized Arduino board, based on the Atmega328 microcontroller. It features 8 analog pins, 14 digital I/O pins, of which 6 pins are used as PWM.

6. Arduino Uno Library for Proteus V1

Download Arduino Uno Library for Proteus(V1) and simulate Arduino Uno in Proteus software. Arduino Uno is a unique, application-type Arduino board, based on the Atmega328 microcontroller.

7. Arduino Library for Proteus V1.0

  That’s all for today. Approach me in the section below if you need any help, I’d love to assist you the best way I can. Thank you for reading this post.

What is IoT (Internet of Things)? Definition, Meaning, Devices & Applications

 Hi Guys! Glad to have you on board. In this post today, we’ll cover What is IoT (Internet of Things)? We’ll also discuss IoT Definition, Meaning, Devices & Applications. Smart homes, smart cities, smart cars, smart wearables, smartphones, smartphones, and the smart world. These terms that have been creating a buzz for the last few years fall under IoT technology. I suggest you read this post all the way through as we’ll cover in detail what is IoT. Let’s jump right in.

1. What is IoT?

  • The IoT harnesses the power of the internet to connect physical devices in real-time. So any physical object connected through the internet can be converted into an IoT device. For example, how are you reading this article… over a smartphone, tablet, or PC? You’re already connected through the internet and are using an IoT device.
  • Similarly, a light bulb, which is a physical object itself, will be considered as an IoT device when connected through a smartphone app to turn it on and off. IoT examples may include washing machines, refrigerators, watches, laptops, phones, cars, and pretty much everything we can connect with the internet.
  • Generally, the internet of things examples include quick access to the appropriate information at the right time, be it related to exercising, traveling to a meeting, socializing, shopping, or visiting a doctor.
  • Sensors are a crucial part of the IoT network. That means millions of sensors connected through IoT sensor technology worldwide to collect a rich set of context-aware and informational data including images, location, and weather conditions, and inject into the networks and applications for the data processing.

IoT Full Form

  • IoT stands for Internet of Things.

IoT Definition

  • The Internet of Things or IoT is defined as the process of connecting physical devices through the internet for sharing, collecting, and transferring data.
  • IoT adds the fabric of digital intelligence to the physical things connected through the internet, making the world around us more exciting and responsive.
  • IoT can help connect the people living in the remotest corners of the world. Plus with devices functioning at incredibly low power, IoT provides solutions without risking the system’s accuracy. This is possible since at the smallest level we can incorporate these things with smart technology for them to communicate over the internet.
  • Don’t see IoT as an individual system, but as an integrated infrastructure that can handle many services and applications at a time. Such applications include city-wide activities like efficient transportation systems, waste management systems, others include worldwide activities like global delivery systems, security systems while others include personalized activities like bridging the gap between the digital world and physical world.

IoT Benefits

IoT emerging technology offers scores of benefits that include:
  • Enhancing efficiency and productivity of business operations with minimum investment
  • Making revenue streams and new business model
  • Helping better data analysis of soil to increase production
  • Providing good automation and control with easy to use technology
  • Obtaining data-driven results from IoT information
  • Saving time and money by automating the manual tasks
  • Improving the productivity and quality of life
  • Effortlessly connecting the physical world around us with the digital world
  • Drastically improving patient data analysis helping doctors make intelligent decisions

Brief History of the Internet of Things

  • Over the past few years, we have witnessed tremendous growth in IoT. But how did we reach there? It ages back to the year 1964 when Carl Steinberg, a German computer scientist, said… “In a few decades, computers will be interwoven into almost every industrial product.”
  • It was a big statement at that time when computer technology was not so advanced. It took almost 25 years to invent the first IoT device in the year 1990 when John Romkey created a toaster, the first IoT device ever, which can be controlled over the internet.
  • In the following year, a group of students at the Carnegie Melon University had developed a Coca-Cola vending machine with micro-switches over the internet to monitor the availability of coke bottles and identify which columns in the vending machine had the most chilled coke.
  • Know that, experts were using IoT applications long before the term IoT has been introduced. The term IoT was first coined by Kevin Ashton, a British Technology Pioneer, in the year 1999, although it further took almost 10-years for the IoT technology to resonate with the thought.
  • The breakthrough of IoT technology, however, was occurred in the year 2008, 09 when more things were connected through the internet than the human beings on this planet earth.

2. IoT Devices in Real World

  • Anything that can connect through the internet falls under IoT technology. So the IoT unit is a device that collects information using sensors and actuators from the surrounding and sends this captured information to the internet for the processing of that data.
  • An IoT device can be as small as the size of the pill and as large as the gigantic industrial machinery given that both are connected through the internet. It means even we humans can become a part of IoT if we’re connected through the internet.
  • Typically, IoT devices use machine learning and AI to automate processes and systems including medical equipment, industrial manufacturing, agriculture, and more.
It normally takes two things to convert any device into an IoT device:
  • The device can be connected to the internet.
  • The device can be incorporated with sensors and functional software that can communicate with the network.
When these two properties are added together into one device, they generate an IoT device. The following list is documented with IoT devices that you can buy and experience by yourself.

1. Google Home Voice Controller

  • Priced at $130, the Google Home voice controller is an IoT device that works on your voice commands. It comes with remarkable features including a thermostat, alarm, media, and more which you can control using your voice.
  • Using this device, you can plan your day by managing alarms and timers. Moreover, you can control the home lights – doesn’t matter if you’re at home or miles away.

2. Amazon Dash Button

  • Amazon dash button is an IoT device that makes your life easy and simple. When you press the button, the device uses a Wi-Fi signal to connect with the Amazon Shopping app.
  • This way you can instantly order the items which have already been included in the cart.
  • Be careful while placing your new order, because you cannot place a new order until the previous order is delivered.

3. Amazon Echo Plus Voice Controller

  • Amazon voice controller is another IoT device that you can purchase for only $99.99. It can do a lot of functions like ask questions, set timers, and alarms, do phone calls, play songs, manage home instruments, check the weather, and more.
  • Now, you can do messaging and phone calls just by your voice commands. It features a sound canceling mechanism, helping you deliver your voice message even if the songs are being played.

4. August Doorbell Cam

  • August Doorbell Cam is a tremendous addition to IoT technology. Using this device, you can answer the person standing at your door. You can do it from anywhere inside the house or from a remote location.
  • With this device, you also get August Smart Locks which allow entry to only authorized persons to your house. The device is incorporated with a floodlight that ensures video in full-color HD print.

5. WeMo Light Switch

  • WeMo smart light switch is a reliable and innovative IoT device. It helps you control your home lights from your voice or by using your cell phone. It features a WiFi reset, WiFi indicator, and easy on/off push button.
  • Compact and easy to install, the WeMo light switch is easily integrated with your home WiFi network, giving wireless access to your home lights.

3. IoT Communication Protocol

Still, reading? Perfect. Hope you’ve got a brief insight into what is IoT. In this section, we’ll cover 7 communication protocols of IoT technology. Let’s get started.

1. Bluetooth

  • Mostly used in wearable products, Bluetooth is a short-range IoT communication protocol. It is a wireless technology mainly used to layout the connection between devices without physical interference.
  • Bluetooth can connect two devices up to 164 feet apart because it uses radio waves with frequencies ranging between 2.400 and 2.485 GHz.
  • An IoT device must include a microprocessor to manage Bluetooth and a second device to interface with it. Two different versions of Bluetooth are normally used for IoT devices that are Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Bluetooth Classic – mainly developed for devices that run on low levels of power.

2. Zigbee

  • Zigbee is a wireless technology, similar to Bluetooth, mainly introduced to deal with lower-power low-cost IoT networks.
  • It is also deployed for radio-frequency applications in industrial and commercial settings where secure-networking and long battery life are required. It can support different network topologies and features a low-duty cycle.

3. WiFi

  • WiFi is the most common IoT communication protocol. It is a wireless technology that gives the freedom to use the internet from anywhere within the range of WiFi signals.
  • A wireless router is used to develop the connection with the devices. The 802.11ax is the newly introduced WiFi standard in 2019 that determines how your WiFi network behaves like the speed of the data transfer and the frequency used.

4. Z-wave

  • Z-wave is the wireless technology that operates on low power and doesn’t interfere with your WiFi network.
  • Using this technology, you can connect your smart devices with the internet and control them from the distance. It uses low-energy radio waves, giving you wireless control over home appliances.

5. Cellular

  • For long-range communication, cellular technologies can be used for IoT networks like GSM, and 3G/4G. Companies are working to integrate 5G in their cellular devices that ensure a faster network with more capacity.
  • The 5G technology works on improving the frequencies on which cellular technologies will transfer information.

6. LoraWAN

  • The LoRaWAN is a wide area (LPWA) and low power networking protocol introduced to connect battery-operated 'things' wirelessly to the internet.
  • The transmit range of this network is more than 10km, typically ranges between 15 to 20Km.

7. NFC

  • NFC stands for Near Field Communication, is a low data rate, short-range IoT technology that allows safe and secure communication between IoT devices.
  • Again, this technology uses a radio frequency field with a frequency of 13.56 MHz. NFC technology is mainly introduced to exchange information between two electronic devices by using a simple touch gesture.

4. How big is IoT?

  • The IoT technology is not limited to smartphones and laptops only. It is slowly and steadily sneaking into almost every field of our regular life including healthcare, smart cities, connected cars, smart homes, connected wearables, and whatnot.
  • The number of connected devices is increasing every day, paving a way for a fully automated world in near future. IoT devices are connecting our physical world with the digital world, improving the productivity and quality of our life.
  • According to techjury, almost 35 billion devices will be installed throughout the world by 2021. Smart units like smart refrigerators and thermostats are the most searched topics on Google nowadays and are planning to give us never seen before experience.
  • IDC, Tech Analyst Company, has estimated that almost 41.6 billion IoT devices will be connected by 2025. According to a Cisco report, IoT technology is going to produce $14.4 trillion in the next decade across all industries. Yes, you’ve guessed it right, IoT will bring a change, nobody can imagine.

5. IoT Projects

The following IoT project list is particularly useful for students, who are beginners and planning to get a hands-on experience with this IoT technology. So if you’re looking for IoT project ideas for your final year project, this list would suffice.

1. Smart Agriculture System

  • The smart agriculture system project stays at the top of the list. Since the current trajectory of the smart agriculture system demands making the farming process automatic with minimum human interference.
  • Using IoT technology, you can handle your crops right from the comfort of your home using a smartphone.
  • Schedule fertilizer spray on the crops and monitor soil moisture from a distance. Moreover, you can check the weather conditions and plan your farming process accordingly.

2. Air Pollution Monitoring System

  • An air pollution monitoring system is used to monitor the pollution level in the atmosphere.
  • Sophisticated sensors are incorporated in the system that measures five components in the air including carbon monoxide, ozone layer, nitrous oxide, sulfur dioxide, and particulate matter.
  • Apart from temperature and humidity sensors, a gas sensor is also included in the system that identifies the presence of flammable dangerous gages in the air.

3. Smart Alarm Clock

  • A smart alarm clock is a remarkable addition to IoT technology.
  • This unit not only wakes you up but also comes with other features including a text-to-speech synthesizer, voice command option, audio amplifier volume control, and automatic brightness adjustment. Moreover, you can also include customized features to your smart clock.

4. Facial Recognition System

  • A facial recognition system plays a key role to follow security protocols. It is an IoT system that recognizes the human face through technology.
  • This system monitors the geometry of your face using deep learning algorithms and compares it with the known faces in the database.
  • The facial recognition market stood at $4 billion in 2017 but is predicted to increase to $7.7 billion by 2022.

5. Smart Garage Door

  • Build a garage door and control it with IoT technology. Yes, this is possible. You don’t need to install bulky chains to open and close your door. Integrate your smartphone with an IoT network, and control your garage door on the fly.
  • The smart notification option in this system keeps you notified about the current status of the door if it is open or close.
  • Raspberry Pi is used in this project where you’ll create a webserver with Raspberry Pi and control the garage door with your smartphone.

6. Smart Cradle System

  • The smart cradle system allows parents to keep an eye on their infants. This system includes a voice detecting mechanism through which the cry of the child is monitored.
  • Moreover, a surveillance camera is connected to the cradle that can check up on the activities of infants and can inform parents by sending the footage of their kids.
  • Plus, many sensors are incorporated into this system that monitors the humidity and temperature of the cradle and sends alerts if the baby sheet needs replacement.

7. Home Automation System

  • Home automation system ensures the automatic functioning of home appliances and electronic devices, thereby helping you control them from a distance.
  • Home automation system consists of sensors and a WiFi connection that allows you to manage household objects from your IoT device that can either be smartphone, tablet, or PC.
  • Now, locking the doors, turning on lights, and controlling the home appliances is just one click away.

6. IoT Applications

On a large scale, the following are the real-time applications of the IoT network.

1. Smart Home

  • With the concept of IoT sparked in recent years, Smart home is the most used keyword searched on Google and it is said that soon, keeping a smart home will become as common as keeping a smartphone.
  • A smart home is a location that uses IoT technology to monitor and control your home from a distance. You can, for example, lock and unlock the doors in your absence.
  • Don’t you worry if you forget to turn off the air conditioner upon leaving your home, with IoT technology you can turn off the AC with the flick of a thumb.
  • Smart home units are purposely designed for a specific purpose and companies like Ecobee, Nest and Ring are making incredible strides to offer an unprecedented experience to the targeted audience.

2. Smart Cities

  • Like smart homes, smart cities are another unique concept based on IoT technology.
  • In a smart city, pretty much everything will be connected through the internet be it, energy management system, transportation system, smart surveillance, water distribution, or environmental monitoring.
  • The entire city will be roped with sensors to get data from the surroundings and with the internet to process that data, offering cost-effective solutions to the users.

3. Manufacturing

  • Manufacturing machinery embedded with sensors provides data from the equipment failure to the manufacturer on which they can decide if the equipment requires proactive maintenance.
  • Sensors can typically monitor the duration when the production process is compromised.
  • The sensor alerts ensure the safety of equipment and bring a competitive advantage over others, helping businesses to minimize the production costs, and improve the business model on data-driven insights.

4. Healthcare

  • The Healthcare industry is widely dependent on the IoT asset-monitoring system. Nurses and medical staff often require the exact location of an available wheelchair.
  • The wheelchairs embedded with IoT sensors can help locate the patients, incredibly decreasing costs and cutting down the useless doctors’ visits. IoT offers accurate informational data with minimized waste and automated workflows, reducing the risk of error.
  • The remote connection between doctors and patients over the internet is possible with IoT.
  • Even in this pandemic, doctors don’t necessarily have to visit the patient in person, and can examine the patient over the internet without physical human intervention.

5. Smart Parking

  • It is hard to locate the place for car parking in crowded cities. This is where smart parking comes in handy. The IoT devices count the number of cars entering the specific facility and the number of cars leaving out.
  • Moreover, you’ll be notified of the exact location of your car so you can come back to the same location without getting lost.

6. Waste Management

  • Waste management is a hectic task to handle by municipal corporations of big cities. Since the management tools are not properly sanitized and the route covered by the trucks is not always properly planned.
  • IoT devices installed in the waste collection area often help waster collectors check the availability of trucks, handle the efficiency of the entire process and evaluate the capacity of the waste dumps.

7. Motion Detection

  • Motion detection technology is another remarkable facility that falls under Internet of Things examples. Using this technology you can detect human activity in certain areas.
  • This is often helpful in high-security areas where only authorized persons are allowed in specific premises. Motion detection is carried out by IR sensors and IoT cameras.

8. Transformation and Logistics

  • The automotive industry can get massive advantages with the use of IoT technology. Sensors embedded in automotive vehicles can detect the impending failure of vehicles and inform the drivers about the parts that need replacement. The informational data collected through IoT applications can help car owners keep their cars up and running.
  • Thanks to IoT sensors, now the ships, trains, and trucks responsible for inventory can be re-scheduled based on the driver availability, vehicle availability, and weather conditions. The sensors can be installed on the inventory itself to monitor the temperature of the surrounding environment and track-and-trace products accordingly.
  • The pharmaceutical and beverage industries often come with temperature-sensitive inventory that monitors the rise and fall of temperature and sends alerts to re-examine the surrounding temperature.

9. Noise Monitoring

  • Noise monitoring is another application of IoT that keeps the noise within control limits. Some factories produce an incredibly loud noise, affecting everyday life throughout the day.
  • Such premises are incorporated with sensors that monitor the noise produced by the factory and send an alert in case the noise goes higher than the threshold limit.
  • Noise monitoring IoT devices are also installed inside homes that monitor your voice, indicating your presence inside the room and adjusting the room lights accordingly.

10. Ensures General Safety

  • IoT technology trends guarantee general safety across all industries. Employees working in dangerous environments like gas fields, power, and chemical plants often need alerts about the happening of a disastrous event.
  • When they are equipped with IoT-based sensors, they can be informed about the hazardous event, consequently triggering the backup plan to rescue them.
  • Even IoT ensures the safety of your homes. You can incorporate a security system with the internet that gives permission to the authorized people inside and locks up everything upon leaving the house.

7. IoT Companies

This section is dedicated to detail the popular IoT companies worldwide.

1. Softeq

  • Introduced in 1997, Softeq is a software company that offers full-stack development services related to mobile, web, embedded software, desktop apps, and hardware.
  • Included with 300+ employees, Softeq is also famous for providing IoT solutions and IoT application development under a single roof. The headquarter of this company is based in Houston, Texas, USA.

2. ScienceSoft

  • Founded in 1989, ScienceSoft offers IoT services to a range of departments including retail, healthcare, manufacturing, telecom, oil and gas, and transportation.
  • Moreover, it also provides IoT consulting that covers architecture design, strategic IoT planning, and tech stack selection.
  • Plus, it also offers managed IoT services that include troubleshooting, technical support, and security and cloud management.

3. Oxagile

  • Located in New York, USA, Oxagile offers comprehensive IoT services including software development, IoT consulting, integration, hardware prototyping, and continuous enhancement.
  • It was founded in 2005, and more than 350+ employees are working in this company.
  • Moreover, it is equipped with professional staff that offers expertise in big data, computer vision, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity.

4. Style Lab

  • Founded in 2006, Style Lab is an IoT software company that provides services for web frontend reporting, backend infrastructure, and mobile applications.
  • Famous for software development, Style Lab offers solutions for smart homes, healthcare IoT and industrial IoT.

5. HQ Software Industrial IoT Company

  • HQ software is dedicated to offering services like mobile app development, software re-engineering, IoT consulting, and software development.
  • It offers a range of IoT solutions to companies like IoT automotive, IoT healthcare, Industrial IoT, and Smart homes. It was founded in 2001 and almost 100 employees work here.

6. PTC

  • Founded in 1985, PTC provides detailed IoT solutions to industries including manufacturing, automotive, defense, and life sciences.
  • They help their customers get impressive results through CAD solutions, industrial IoT, and augmented reality.

7. Cisco

  • Founded in 1984, Cisco is famous for designing, manufacturing, and selling networking products. They offer a range of services to companies including datacenter, collaboration, security, mobility, and wireless.
  • Its IoT solutions include IoT data management, IoT gateways, IoT networking, IoT security, and IoT operation management.

8. IoT Gateway

An IoT gateway acts as a central hub for IoT devices and manages the communication between the internet, sensors, users, and applications. IoT gateway is a hardware unit that contains application software for performing important tasks. It plays a key role in making a connection between destinations and different data sources. An IoT gateway can perform the following tasks:
  • Buffering, Data caching, and streaming
  • Layout device to device communication
  • Ensures security between the connected devices
  • Can perform system diagnostic
  • Can do basic data analytics and data visualization
  • Guarantees data aggregation
An IoT smart gateway is an important link that delivers edge computing power to field technicians. Its main purpose is to capture sensed information and build a connection with external networks. IoT gateway offers a route for different communication technologies and processes the information before sending it. Most IoT devices can perform data aggregation. Sensors installed in your car, for example, can perform data aggregation and send this data to the IoT gateway before sending it to the Al analysis cloud service.

9. IoT Future Research

  • Before I document IoT future predictions, know that the sensing and actuation ability of IoT devices are not limited to public spaces only, but also stretch into apartments and homes where people can use security, entertainment, health, and energy apps to make their lives responsive and easy.
  • Gone are days when you had to learn programming skills to build a new app, now running and installing new apps is as common as plugging a toaster into the electric board. Using these apps, a range of tasks can be managed on the go including ordering food online, handling fitness routines, monitoring heart rate, or even getting health suggestions about your medical problems.
  • The future of the internet of things is massive and will be going to change the way we interact and communicate with others.
  • A smart city comes with scores of systems including water, sewerage, waste management, transportation, buildings, and utilities of different kinds, and so forth. To achieve the convenience and sustainability of cities, it’s important to keep the operations of such systems organized and well-planned, and IoT can play a key role to get there.
  • Moreover, the parts of these systems have to be integrated horizontally to produce new applications where data is analyzed throughout the system. Because these systems carry their informational data and semantics where each of them works independently, it is challenging to develop new applications that keep working with them and can decode the data present in these systems
  • Exporting data with semantic annotations is one way to address this issue. This will incredibly ease the task of collecting data from different sources and constantly comprehending them, which leads to the making of new applications.

Conclusion

  • From agriculture, industrial machinery, and healthcare, to transportation, smart homes, and smart cities, IoT technology is slowly sneaking into everywhere.
  • The IoT technology is mainly introduced to bridge the gap between the physical and digital world. Anything that can connect with the internet can be converted into an IoT device. Currently, there are more IoT devices connected worldwide than human beings on the planet earth and this figure is drastically increasing every day.
  • Using this technology, you can make your homes safe and secure, improve your health, and keep an eye on your infants from anywhere in the world.
  • With the recent advancement in IoT technology, electronic devices and sensors are becoming cheaper, giving you the ability to automate your everyday life with easy to install and cost-effective technology.
  • The IoT technology detailed in this article is just the tip of the iceberg because most companies making incredible leaps in IoT technology are at the trial stage with IoT. But this is certain if companies continue to work with IoT network with the recent pace, and as the number of connected devices will continue to grow, you’ll witness soon your environment will be occupied with smart products.
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Arduino Library for Proteus V2.0

Update: Here's the latest version of this library: Arduino Library for Proteus V3.0

Hi Guys! I welcome you on board. In this post today, I’ll share a new Arduino Library for Proteus V2.0. I have already shared its previous version i.e. Arduino Library for Proteus(V1.0).

I have tried to remove bugs in this newer version, but still, if you find any error, you can pop your comment in the below section. I’m thrilled to announce that it’s my second complete Arduino Library for Proteus. In my recent posts, I’ve shared separate libraries of these boards and today I am going to compile all the boards together in a single library. I have given the Proteus Library zip file download link below: This Arduino Proteus Library V2.0 includes the following boards:

First, we will download the Proteus Library zip file and then add it to our Proteus software to simulate Arduino Boards. Let’s jump right in:

Arduino Library for Proteus V2.0

  • First, you need to download the Arduino Library for Proteus V2.0 by clicking the below button:
Arduino Library for Proteus V2.0
  • Once you downloaded the Proteus Library zip file, open it up and extract the files in it.
  • Inside this zip file, you will find a folder named “Proteus Library Files”.
  • In this folder, you’ll find the two Proteus Library files, named as:
    1. Arduino2TEP.LIB
    2. Arduino2TEP.IDX
  • Copy these files and place them in the Library folder of Proteus Software.
 
  • After placing these files in the library folder, open your Proteus software or restart(if it’s already open).
  • Click the “Pick from Libraries” button as in the below figure:
  • Now, look for the Arduino2TEP(Library Name) to find all Arduino boards present in it(6 in total).
  • These boards will appear in the Proteus workspace as shown in the figure below:
  • One board that is missing in these boards is Arduino Mega 1280. I didn’t include this board because it’s the same as Arduino Mega 2560.

Comparison with Old Proteus Library (V2.0 vs V1.0)

The following figure shows the comparison between version 1 Arduino boards (V1) and version 2 Arduino boards (V2).
  • You can see in the above figure, V2 Arduino boards are more compact and small-sized as compared to V1 boards.
Let’s take the example of Arduino Nano V2 and interface it with LCD in the Proteus workspace.

Arduino Nano LCD Interfacing

  • I’ll interface 20x4 LCD with the Arduino Nano.
  • Design the circuit below to interface LCD with Arduino Nano:
  • Pins 8,9,10 & 11 of Arduino Nano are connected to the data pins of LCD, while Enable & Reset of LCD are connected to Pins 12 & 13 of the Arduino board.
  • Now, double-click the Arduino Nano board to get the HEX file.
  • As you double-click the board, the following image will appear:
  • In this panel, you can see the different properties of the Arduino Nano board. Click the property named “Program File” to upload the hex file of your Arduino code.
  • Upload that HEX file in the Arduino Nano Properties panel.
  • After making these arrangements, click the RUN button and if everything goes fine, you will get the result shown in the figure below:

Summary

  • Download Arduino Proteus Library Files from the above link(zip file).
  • Copy files available in the "Proteus Library Files"(Folder) and place them in the Library folder of Proteus software.
  • Search for Arduino2TEP in Proteus software.
  • Select Arduino Nano from the list and place it in the Proteus workspace.
  • Open the Properties panel & upload the HEX File.
  • Arduino boards are ready to simulate in Proteus.

That’s all for today. Hope you’ve enjoyed reading this article. If you have any questions, you can reach me in the section below. I’d love to help you the best way I can. Feel free to share your valuable feedback and suggestions around the content we share, so we keep coming back with quality content customized to your exact needs and requirements. Thank you for reading the article.

Arduino Pro Mini Library for Proteus V2.0
Departments:
  1. Electrical Engineering
  2. Electronics Engineering
Modules:
  1. LCD 20x4
Microcontrollers:
  1. Arduino Pro Mini
Codings:
  1. Arduino C
Softwares:
  1. Arduino IDE
  2. Proteus
Hi Everyone! Glad to have you on board. In this post, we’ll cover the Arduino Pro Mini Library for Proteus V2.0. I have already discussed its previous version i.e. Arduino Pro Mini Proteus Library V(1.0). I keep getting bug reportings from our blog readers (for previous versions), so I have tried to remove these bugs in this newer version. But if you still find any bug/error, you can approach me in the section below. We have already shared many Proteus Libraries for Embedded sensors and these days we are trying to improve their versions. First, we will download this library in zip format and then will use it in our Proteus software to simulate Arduino Pro Mini. Before we go further, first we’ll detail what is Arduino Pro Mini.

What is Arduino Pro Mini?

  • Introduced by Arduino.cc, Arduino Pro Mini is a compact, small-sized, sophisticated microcontroller board based on the Atmega328 microcontroller.
  • This module features a total 14 digital I/O pins on the board, of which 6 pins are used as PWM.
  • Incorporated with 8 analog pins, Arduino Pro Mini comes with a reset button and a small LED connected to pin 13.
  • This unit is quite small compared to Arduino Uno i.e. 1/6th of the size of Arduino Uno.
This was a brief insight into the Arduino Pro Mini V2. Let’s explain how to download the Arduino Pro Mini library and use it in your Proteus software. Let’s jump right in.

Arduino Pro Mini Library for Proteus V2.0

  • First of all, download the Arduino Pro Mini Library for Proteus V2.0 by clicking the below button.
Arduino Pro Mini Library for Proteus V2.0
  • You will get the downloaded file in zip format.
  • Extract this zip file, in which you’ll find the folder named "Proteus Library Files".
Open this folder to get the further two files named:
  • ArduinoProMini2TEP.dll
  • ArduinoProMini2TEP.idx
Note:
  • Copy these files from “Proteus Library Files” and place them into the Library folder of your Proteus software.
  • After placing the files in the library folder, open your Proteus software or restart (if it’s already running)
  • Now look for the Arduino Pro Mini V2.0 by clicking the “Pick from Libraries” button as shown in the figure below:
  • Select Arduino Pro Mini V2.0 and click OK.
  • After clicking Ok, you’ll find the Arduino Pro Mini board in the proteus workspace as shown in the figure below:
  • You’ve successfully placed the Arduino Pro Mini board in the proteus workspace.
  • Next, we have to upload the hex file to run our board.
  • To upload the hex file, you need to double-click the Arduino Pro Mini board.
  • As you double click, the following image will appear:
  • In this panel, you'll find the different properties of the Arduino Pro Mini board. Click the property named “Program File” to upload the hex file of your Arduino code.
  • Upload the hex file of your code and click Ok.
  • The 16MHz is the clock frequency of Arduino Pro Mini by default as shown in the properties panel.

Comparison with Old Proteus Library (V2.0 vs V1.0)

  • In the figure below you'll see the comparison between version 1 Arduino Pro Mini Board (V1) and version 2 Arduino Pro Mini Board (V2).
  • You can see in the above figure, V2 board is more compact and small-sized as compared to the V1 board.
  • Now let's design a simulation of this Arduino Pro Mini board so that you can learn how to use it in proteus software.

Arduino Pro Mini LCD Interfacing

  • Use the simulation that you’ve downloaded at the start or design on your own. I would suggest you to design on your own as it will help you learn many things along the process.
  • Now, we have to interface a 20x4 LCD with the Arduino Pro Mini board.
  • Design the circuit as shown below to interface the LCD with the Arduino Pro Mini:
  • The data pins of the LCD are attached with pins 8,9,10 & 11 of Arduino Pro Mini while Enable & Reset of LCD are attached to Pin 12 & 13 of the Arduino board.
  • Now compile the Arduino code available in the zip file and get the Hex File.
  • Upload that Hex File in your Arduino Pro Mini Properties panel, as we did in the previous section.
  • After interfacing LCD with the Arduino Pro Mini, click the RUN button and if everything goes fine, you will see the result as shown in below figure:

Summary

  • Download Arduino Pro Mini Library Files in zip format.
  • Copy files from the "Proteus Library Files"(Folder) and place them in the Library folder of Proteus software.
  • Search for Arduino Pro Mini in Proteus software.
  • Place Arduino Pro Mini in the Proteus workspace.
  • Double click the board and open the properties panel to upload the HEX File.
  • Design the circuit & run the simulation.
That’s all for today. Hope you’ve enjoyed reading this article. If you’re unsure or have any questions, you can approach me in the comment section below. I’d love to help you the best way I can. Feel free to share your valuable feedback and suggestions around the content we share. They help us create quality content tailored to your exact needs and requirements. Thank you for reading the article.

Arduino Mega 1280 Library for Proteus V2.0
Departments:
  1. Communication Engineering
  2. Electronics Engineering
Softwares:
  1. Proteus
Hi Everyone! Glad to have you on board. Today, I am going to share a new version of Arduino Mega 1280 Library for Proteus V2.0. I have already shared its previous version i.e. Arduino Mega 1280 Proteus LibraryV(1.0). I have recevied many bug reportings from engineering students(for previous version), so I have tried to improve its performance in this newer version, but still if you find any bug/error, use the comments section. We have already shared numerous Proteus Libraries of Embedded sensors and these days, we are in the the process of upgrading their versions. First, we will download Proteus library zip file and then will add it in our Proteus software to simulate Arduino Mega 1280. Before moving further, first we’ll learn what is Arduino Mega 1280?

What is Arduino Mega 1280?

  • Arduino Mega 1280 is a compact and sophisticated microcontroller board based on the Atmega1280 microcontroller.
  • This module incorporates total 54 digital I/O pins on the board, of which 14 could be used for PWM.
  • Featured with 16 analog pins, Arduino Mega 1280 comes with 4 UART serial ports, ICSP header, power jack, and reset button.
  • Moreover, it contains a crystal oscillator of frequency 16MHz and a USB connection for transferring the code from the computer to the module.
This was the little intro about Arduino Mega 1280 V2. Let’s explain how to download the Arduino Mega 1280 library and use it in your Proteus software. Let’s jump right in.

Arduino Mega 1280 Library for Proteus V2.0

First, you need to download the Arduino Mega 1280 library for Proteus V2.0 by clicking the below button: Arduino Mega 1280 Library for Proteus V2.0
  • You will receive the downloaded file in zip format.
  • Extract this zip file and get the folder named "Proteus Library Files".
Open this folder to find further two files named:
  • ArduinoMega12802TEP.dll
  • ArduinoMega12802TEP.idx
Copy these files and place them into the Library folder of your Proteus software. Note:
  • After placing the files in the library folder, open your Proteus software and if it’s already running… restart.
  • Now look for the Arduino Mega 1280 V2.0 by clicking the “Pick from Libraries” button as mentioned in the figure below:
  • Select Arduino Mega 1280 V2.0 and click OK.
  • As you click OK, you’ll see the Arduino Mega 1280 board in the proteus workspace as shown in the figure below:
  • The clock frequency of the Arduino board is 16MHz by default as shown in the properties panel.
  • Next, we need to upload the hex file to run our board.
  • To upload the hex file, you need to double-click the Arduino Mega 1280 board.
  • As you double click, it will show the following image:
  • In this panel, you can see the different properties of the Arduino Mega 1280 board. Click the property named “Program File” to upload the hex file of your Arduino code.
  • Upload the hex file of your code and click Ok.
  • Now let's design a simulation of this Arduino Mega 1280 board so that you can learn how to use it in proteus software.

Comparison with Old Proteus Library (V2.0 vs V1.0)

  • The below image presents the comparison between version 1 Arduino Mega 1280 Board (V1) and version 2 Arduino Mega 1280 Board (V2).
  • You can see in the above figure, V2 Arduino Mega 1280 board is more compact and small-sized as compared to the V1 Arduino Mega 1280 board.

Arduino Mega 1280 LCD Interfacing

  • You can either use our simulation file that you’ve downloaded at the start or you can design your own. I would suggest you design your own, as you’ll learn many things along the process.
  • Now, I will interface a 20x4 LCD with the Arduino Mega 1280 board.
  • To interface this LCD, design the circuit as shown below:
  • Pins 8,9,10 & 11 of Arduino Mega 1280 are attached with the data pins of LCD, while Enable & Reset of LCD are connected to Pin 12 & 13 of Arduino board.
  • Now compile the Arduino code present in the zip file and get the Hex File.
  • Upload that Hex File in your Arduino Mega 1280 Properties panel, as we’ve practiced in the previous section.
  • After setting this arrangement, click the RUN button and if everything goes fine, you will get results as shown in below figure:

Summary

  • Download Arduino Mega 1280 Library Files in zip format.
  • Copy files available in the "Proteus Library Files"(Folder) and place them in the Library folder of Proteus software.
  • Search for Arduino Mega 1280 in Proteus software.
  • Place this board in the workspace.
  • Open Properties panel & upload the HEX File.
  • Interface Arduino board with LCD & run the simulation.
That’s all for today. Hope you’ve enjoyed reading this article. Feel free to share your valuable feedback and suggestions around the content we share. They help us create quality content tailored to your exact needs and requirements. If you have any questions, you can pop your comment in the section below. I’d love to assist you the best way I can. Thank you for reading the article.

Arduino Mega 2560 Library for Proteus V2.0
Departments:
  1. Electrical Engineering
  2. Electronics Engineering
Modules:
  1. LCD 20x4
Microcontrollers:
  1. Arduino Mega 2560
Codings:
  1. Arduino C
Softwares:
  1. Arduino IDE
  2. Proteus
Hi Guys! Happy to see you around. In this post today, I’ll detail the new version of Arduino Mega 2560 Library for Proteus V2.0. I have already detailed the Arduino Mega 2560 Library for Proteus that is the previous version of the Arduino Mega 2560 board. This new version of Arduino Mega 2560 is more efficient, robust, fast, powerful, and small in size. I keep getting messages requesting to design the library for the new version of Arduino Boards. So, today I’m willing to comply with your requests and have designed this library for the new version of Arduino Mega 2560. I have previously discussed the Arduino UNO Library for Proteus V2.0 and Arduino Mini Library for Proteus V2.0 In this tutorial, we will simulate Arduino Mega 2560 in Proteus. Initially, we will download this library in zip format and then will use it in our Proteus software to simulate Arduino Mega 2560. Before we read further, let’s go through what is Arduino Mega 2560?

What is Arduino Mega 2560?

  • The Arduino Mega 2560 is a robust, powerful, application-type microcontroller board based on the Atmega2560 microcontroller.
  • There are total 54 digital I/O pins incorporated on the board, including 15 pins for PWM.
  • There are 16 analog pins available on the board. Moreover, the board contains a USB port to transfer the code from the computer to the module, and a DC power jack is included on the board to power up the module.
This was the little intro to Arduino Mega 2560. Let’s discuss how to download the Arduino Mega 2560 library and use it in your Proteus software. Let’s get started.

Arduino Mega 2560 Library for Proteus V2.0

First of all, download the Arduino Mega 2560 library for Proteus V2.0 by clicking the link below. Arduino Mega 2560 Library for Proteus V2.0 You will get the downloaded file in zip format.
  • Extract this zip file where you’ll find the folder named "Proteus Library Files".
When you open this folder, you will find two files named:
  • ArduinoMega25602TEP.dll
  • ArduinoMega25602TEP.idx
Note: Now copy these files and place them in the libraries folder of your Proteus software.
  • After placing the library files, open your Proteus software or restart (if it's already open).
  • Now search for the Arduino Mega 2560 V2.0 by clicking the “Pick from Libraries” button as shown in the below figure.
  • Select Arduino Mega 2560 V2.0 and click OK.
  • Place Arduino Mega 2560 board in the Proteus workspace and it will appear as shown in the below figure.
  • You’ve successfully placed the Arduino Mega 2560 V2.0 board in the proteus workspace.
  • Now, we need to upload the hex file to simulate our board.
  • To upload the hex file, double-click the Arduino Mega 2560 board.
  • As you double click, it will return the following image.
In this panel, you can see the different properties of the Mega 2560 board. We have to click the property named “Program File” to upload the hex file of your Arduino code.
  • Click this read detailing how to get hex file from Arduino software, if you don’t know already.
  • Upload the hex file of your code and click Ok.
  • The clock frequency of the Arduino board is 16MHz by default as shown in the properties panel.
Now let's design a simulation using this Arduino Mega 2560 board so that you get a clear insight on how to use it in proteus.

Comparison with Old Proteus Library (V2.0 vs V1.0)

  • The following figure shows the comparison between version 1 Arduino Mega 2560 Board (V1) and version 2 Arduino Mega 2560 Board (V2).
  • You can see in the above figure, V2 Arduino Mega 2560 board is more compact and small-sized as compared to the V1 Arduino Mega 2560 board.

Arduino Mega 2560 LCD Interfacing

  • The Arduino Code and its simulation file have been added in the zip format that you have downloaded at the start.
  • Use that simulation but the best way is to design your own simulation that will assist you to learn better along the process.
  • Next, Arduino Mega 2560 Board is interfaced with a 20x4 LCD.
  • Design the circuit given below to interface LCD with the Arduino Mega 2560 board:
  • Data pins of LCD are connected with 8,9,10 & 11 pins of Arduino Mega 2560, while Pins 12 & 13 of Arduino board are connected to Enable & Reset of LCD.
  • To upload the code, compile the Arduino code available in the zip format and get the Hex file.
  • You will use Arduino Mega 2560 properties panel to upload the hex file as we excercised in the previous section.
  • You have successfully interfaced LCD with the Arduino Mega 2560 board, now press the RUN button to get the result shown in the below figure:

Summary

  • First, you need to download the Arduino Mega 2560 Library Files.
  • Next, copy these files from “Proteus Library Files”(Folder) to the Library folder of Proteus software.
  • Now, look for the Arduino Mega 2560 in Proteus software.
  • Place that Arduino Mega 2560 board in the proteus workspace.
  • Next, double click the board that will return the properties panel and upload the HEX File.
  • Design your circuit & run the simulation.
That’s all for today. Hope you’ve enjoyed reading this article. If you’re unsure or have any questions, you can pop your comment in the section below. I’m willing to help you the best way I can. Feel free to share your valuable feedback and suggestions around the content we share. They help us create quality content tailored to your exact needs and requirements. Thank you for reading the article.

Arduino Nano Library for Proteus V2.0

Update: Here's the latest version of this library: Arduino Nano Library for Proteus(V3.0).

Hi Friends! Happy to see you around. In this post today, I’ll explain the Arduino NANO Library for Proteus V2.0. This library is the advanced version of Arduino Nano Library for Proteus(V1.0). The new version of the Arduino Nano board is more compact, robust, small-sized, and powerful compared to its predecessor. I have already shared the Arduino Uno Library for Proteus V2.0 and Arduino Mini Library for Proteus V2.0.

I’ve started designing proteus libraries for new versions of Arduino boards as I’ve received a lot of messages requesting to improve the designs. Stay connected, as I’ll design more proteus libraries for Arduino boards in the coming days. In this tutorial, we’ll simulate the Arduino Nano Library in Proteus. First, we’ll download this library and then will use it in our Proteus software to simulate Arduino Nano. Before we read further, let’s have a look at what is Arduino Nano.

What is Arduino Nano?

  • Developed by Arduino.cc, Arduino Nano is a small, flexible, powerful and breadboard-friendly Microcontroller board, based on ATmega328p/Atmega168.
  • In terms of functionality, it is similar to Arduino Uno but compared to it comes in a small size.
  • The Arduino Nano module carries 14 digital I/O pins, 8 analog pins, 2 reset pins & 6 power pins.
  • The crystal oscillator frequency of this board is 16MHz and it comes with a mini USB port that is mainly used to transfer code from the computer to the module.

This was a little insight into Arduino Nano. Now we’ll make its Proteus simulation. Let’s get started.

Arduino Nano Library for Proteus V2.0

  • First of all, you need to download the Arduino Nano Library for Proteus V2.0 by clicking the below button:
Arduino Nano Library for Proteus V2.0
  • You will receive the downloaded file in zip format.
When you extract this zip file, it will return a folder named "Proteus Library Files", inside this folder you will get two files named:
  • ArduinoNano2TEP.dll
  • ArduinoNano2TEP.idx
Note:
  • Copy these files and place them in the Library folder of your Proteus software.
  • After placing these library files into the library folder, open your Proteus software or restart it (if it's already open).
  • Now look for the Arduino Nano V2.0 by clicking the “Pick from Libraries” button, as you can see in the below figure:
  • Select Arduino Nano V2.0 from the list and click OK.
  • When you place the Arduino Nano board in the Proteus workspace, you’ll get the result as shown in the below figure:
  • The Arduino Nano V2.0 board has been successfully placed in the proteus workspace.
  • Now, you have to upload the hex file in order to simulate the Arduino board.
  • Double-click the Arduino Nano board to upload the hex file.
  • The following image will appear as you double-click the board:
  • You can see the different properties of the Nano board in this panel.
  • You need to click the property named “Upload Hex File” to upload the hex file of your Arduino code.
  • Upload the hex file of your code and click OK.
  • You can see from the panel that the clock frequency of the Arduino board is 16MHz by default.

Comparison with Old Proteus Library (V2.0 vs V1.0)

  • The following figure shows the comparison between version 1 Arduino Nano Board (V1) and version 2 Arduino Nano Board (V2).
  • You can see in the above figure, the V2 board is more compact and small as compared to the V1 board.
  • Now we’ll design a simulation using this Arduino Nano board so that you can get a clear idea about how to use it in proteus.

Arduino Nano LCD Interfacing

  • The simulation that you have downloaded at the start is enough to get you started. However, it’s better to design your own simulation that will help you learn the nitty-gritty of simulation along the process.
  • Next, we’ll interface 20x4 LCD with the Arduino board.
  • You’ll get the following circuit as you interface LCD with the Arduino Nano board:
  • Data pins of LCD are attached with 8,9,10 & 11 pins of Arduino Nano, while 12 & 13 Pins of Arduino board are attached to Enable and reset of LCD.
  • Next, compile the Arduino code available in the zip format and get the Hex file to upload the code.
  • You’ll use the Arduino Nano properties panel to upload the hex file as we’ve exercised in the previous section.
  • LCD has been successfully interfaced with the Arduino Nano board.
  • Now click the RUN button to see the following result:

Summary

  • First of all, you have to download the Arduino Nano Library Files.
  • Next, copy these files from the “Proteus Library Files” (Folder) and place them in the Library folder of Proteus software.
  • Now, look for the Arduino Nano in Proteus software.
  • Place that Arduino Nano board in the proteus workspace.
  • Next, double-click the board to get the properties panel and upload the HEX File.
  • Interface LCD with the Arduino board & run the simulation.

That’s all for today. Hope you’ve enjoyed reading this article. If you have any questions, you can approach me in the section below. I’d love to assist you in the best way I can. Feel free to share your valuable feedback and suggestions about the content we share. They help us produce quality content customized to your needs and requirements. Thank you for reading the article.

Arduino Mini Library for Proteus V2.0

Update: Here's the latest version of this library: Arduino Mini Library for Proteus(V3.0).

Hi Guys! I welcome you on board. Today, I am going to share a new version of Arduino Mini Library for Proteus V2.0. This library is a successor of Arduino Mini Library for Proteus and the new Arduino Mini model is compact, small-sized, efficient, and more powerful.

In the previous post, I shared the Arduino UNO Library for Proteus V2.0, where we have simulated UNO in Proteus. In this tutorial, we will simulate Arduino Mini in Proteus. First, we will download this library and then will use it in our Proteus software to simulate Arduino Mini. Before we read further, let’s have a look at what is Arduino Mini.

What is Arduino Mini?

  • Arduino Mini board is a small-sized, robust, application-type & powerful microcontroller board, based on an Atmega328 microcontroller.
  • A total of 14 digital I/O pins are incorporated on the board, including 6 PWM pins.
  • Moreover, there are 8 analog pins also available on the board.
  • This board is quite small compared to Arduino Uno. It is 1/6th of the size of the Uno board.

This was the little intro to Arduino Mini. Now let's start with its Proteus simulation:

Arduino Mini Library for Proteus V2.0

  • First of all, download the Arduino Mini library for Proteus V2.0 by clicking the below button:
Arduino Mini Library for Proteus V2.0
  • You will get the downloaded file in zip format.
  • Extract this zip file and open the folder named "Proteus Library Files", inside this folder you will find:
    • ArduinoMini2TEP.dll
    • ArduinoMini2TEP.idx
Now copy these files and place them in the Library folder of your Proteus software.
  • After adding the library files, open your Proteus software or restart it (if it's already open).
Note:
  • Now look for the Arduino Mini V2.0 by clicking the “Pick from Libraries” button, as shown in the below figure:
  • Select Arduino Mini V2.0 from the list and click OK.
  • Place Arduino Mini board in Proteus workspace and it will appear as shown in the below figure:
  • You’ve successfully placed the Arduino Mini V2.0 board in the proteus workspace.
  • Now, we need to upload the hex file in order to simulate our board.
  • To upload the hex file, double click the Arduino Mini board.
  • As you double click, it will return the following image.
  • In this panel, you can see the different properties of the Mini board.
  • We have to click the property named “Program File” to upload the hex file of your Arduino code.
  • Click to read how to get a hex file from Arduino software.
  • Upload the hex file of your code and click Ok.
  • The clock frequency of the Arduino board is 16MHz by default.
Now let's design a simulation using this Arduino Mini board so that you get a clear insight on how to use it in proteus.

Comparison with Old Proteus Library (V2.0 vs V1.0)

  • The following figure shows the comparison between version 1 Arduino Mini Board (V1) and version 2 Arduino Mini Board (V2).
  • You can see in the above figure, V2 Arduino Mini board is more compact and small-sized as compared to the V1 Arduino Mini board.

Arduino Mini LCD Interfacing

  • The Arduino Code and its simulation file have been included in the zip file that you downloaded at the start.
  • You can use that simulation but the better way is to design your own simulation that will help you learn better along the process.
  • Next, the Arduino Mini Board is interfaced with a 20x4 LCD.
  • Design the circuit given below and interface LCD with the Arduino Mini board:
  • Data pins of LCD are connected with 8,9,10 & 11 pins of Arduino Mini, while Pin 12 & 13 of Arduino board are connected to Enable & Reset of LCD.
  • To upload the code, compile the Arduino code available in the zip format and get the Hex file.
  • The Arduino Mini properties panel is used to upload the hex file as we practiced in the previous section.
  • You have successfully interfaced LCD with the Arduino Mini board, now press the RUN button to get the result given in the below figure:

Summary

  • First, you need to download the Arduino Mini Library Files.
  • Next, copy these files from the “Proteus Library Files”(Folder) to the Library folder of Proteus software.
  • Now, look for the Arduino Mini in Proteus software.
  • Place that Arduino Mini board in the proteus workspace.
  • Next, double-click the board that will return the properties panel and upload the HEX File.
  • Design your circuit & run the simulation.

That’s all for today. Hope you’ve enjoyed reading this article. If you’re unsure or have any questions, you can approach me in the section below. I’m willing to assist you in the best way I can. Feel free to share your valuable feedback and suggestions about the content we share. They help us create quality content customized to your needs and requirements. Thank you for reading the article.

Arduino UNO Library for Proteus V2.0

Update: Here's the latest version of this library: Arduino UNO Library for Proteus(V3.0).

Hello friends! I hope you’re well today. I welcome you on board. Today, I am going to share an update to our previously designed Proteus Library for Arduino UNO. You should also have a look at its previous version i.e. Arduino UNO Library for Proteus(V1.0). We have been receiving many suggestions & bug reports from engineers(mostly students) about our Proteus libraries, so we have thought to upgrade them for better performance. It's the first one getting upgraded and this month, we will be sharing a lot more. It is the more advanced, small-sized and refined version of the previous model.

I’ve given the link below to download this library and shared details on How to use it in your Proteus software to simulate Arduino Uno. If you don’t have Proteus installed on your PC, check this article detailing how to download and install Proteus software.

Before we move further, let’s have a brief look at what is Arduino UNO:

What is Arduino UNO?

  • Introduced by Arduino.cc, Arduino Uno is a microcontroller board based on the Atmega328 microcontroller and is used in embedded projects.
  • Apart from USB, the board can be powered up using a battery or AC to DC adapter.
  • The current version of Arduino UNO comes with a USB interface, 6 analog input pins, and 14 I/O digital ports that are employed to develop connections with external electronic circuits.
  • Out of 14 I/O ports, 6 pins can be used for PWM output.

This was a little insight into Arduino Uno. Let’s now have a look at how to download the Arduino Uno library and use it in your Proteus software. Let’s jump right in.

Arduino Library for Proteus V2.0

  • Initially, you need to download the Arduino UNO Library for Proteus V2.0 by clicking the below button:
Arduino UNO Library for Proteus V2.0
  • Extract this zip file and open the folder named "Proteus Library Files".
  • Inside this folder, you will find these two files:
    • ArduinoUNO2TEP.dll
    • ArduinoUNO2TEP.idx

Place these files in the libraries folder of your Proteus software.

Note:
  • Now open the Proteus software and search for the Arduino Uno, as shown in the below figure:
  • Select Arduino Uno V2.0 and click OK, it will be added in your components box.
  • Now place Arduino UNO anywhere on your proteus workspace and it will appear as shown in the below figure:
  • You’ve successfully placed the Arduino Uno board in the proteus workspace.
  • Now, we have to upload the hex file to run our board.
  • To upload the hex file, double-click on the Arduino Uno board.
  • As you double-click, it will open the Edit Properties Panel, as shown in the following image:
  • In this panel, you can see different properties of the Uno board.
  • You need to click on the textbox named “Upload Hex File” to upload the hex file of your Arduino code.
  • You should have a look at how to get hex file from Arduino software, if you don't know already.
  • Upload the hex file of your code and click OK.
  • The clock frequency of the Arduino board is 16MHz by default, as shown in the Properties Panel.
Now let's design a simulation using this Arduino UNO board so that you get a clear insight on how to use it in proteus.

Comparison with Old Proteus Library (V2.0 vs V1.0)

  • The following figure shows the comparison between version 1 Arduino Uno Board (V1) and version 2 Arduino Uno Board (V2).
  • You can see in the above figure that the V2 Arduino Uno board is more compact and small-sized as compared to the V1 Arduino Uno board.

Arduino UNO LCD Interfacing

  • I have added this simulation file and its Arduino Code in the zip file, which you downloaded at the start.
  • You can run that simulation but I would suggest you design it on your own, as you will make mistakes during the process & obviously will learn better.
  • Now, I will interface a 20x4 LCD with the Arduino Uno board.
  • To interface this LCD display, design the circuit as shown below:
  • I’ve connected the data pins of LCD with 8,9,10 & 11 pins of Arduino Uno, while Enable & Reset are connected to Pin 12 & 13 respectively.
  • Next, we need to upload the code to compile the Arduino code present in the zip file and get the Hex File.
  • Upload that Hex File in your Arduino UNO Properties panel, as we did in the previous section.
  • Now, click on the RUN button and if everything's fine, you will get results as shown in below figure:

Summary

  • Download Arduino UNO Library Files.
  • Place Files from "Proteus Library Files"(Folder) in the Library folder of Proteus software.
  • Search for Arduino UNO in Proteus.
  • Place it in the workspace.
  • Open the Properties panel & upload the HEX File.
  • Design your circuit & run the simulation.

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What is Raspberry Pi Pico? Pinout, Specs, Projects & Datasheet

 Hi Guys! I welcome you on board. In this post today, we’ll study What is Raspberry Pi Pico? We’ll also detail Raspberry Pi Pico Pinout, Specs, Projects & Datasheet. Raspberry Pi Pico is a little different from other modules introduced by Raspberry Pi Foundation. This unit is similar to Arduino Nano and is called a microcontroller board that incorporates a powerful RP2040 chip. This is different from other single-board computers that fall under the Raspberry Pi series. It is not a computer but a microcontroller board. I suggest you buckle up as I’ll explain Raspberry Pi Pico in detail. Let’s get started.

What is Raspberry Pi Pico?

  • Raspberry Pi Pico is a microcontroller board (released on 21 Jan 2021) mainly developed for robotics and embedded applications. Unlike other Raspberry Pi modules, this board is not a full computer.
  • Pico is the most economical board among other Raspberry Pi modules. At the time of writing this article, you can get this device in only $4 which is a cost-effective solution to your electronic needs.
  • This tiny board incorporates 26 GPIO pins that you can configure either as an input or as output. Moreover, RP2040 is added to the board that is considered as the first in-house microcontroller introduced by Raspberry Pi.
  • Mostly the RP2040 microcontroller pins are taken to the user IO pins on the right and left edge of the module. While four RP2040 IO are employed for internal functions i.e. on-board Switched Mode Power Supply (SMPS), driving an LED, power control, and sensing the system voltages.
  • Dual-core Arm Cortex-M0+ processor is added to the board that comes with flexible clock frequency up to 133 MHz. This frequency is required for the synchronization of all internal functions. The SRAM of this unit is 264KB and flash memory is 2MB that is employed to store different files.
  • Pico board comes with an on-board buck-boost SMPS that can produce the desired 3.3 volts (to power RP2040 and external circuitry) through a range of input voltages (~1.8 to 5.5V).
  • This way you can power the module with different flexible sources including 3 AA cells in series and lithium-Ion cell. Furthermore, you can easily integrate battery chargers with the Pico power chain.
  • This module comes with different communication protocols including 2x I2C, 2x SPI, and 2x UART which are employed to develop the connection with the external devices. Moreover, there are 16 controllable PWM channels and three 12-bit ADC incorporated on the board.
  • The MicroPython is the official language supported for this module, however, you can also write codes in C or C++, but the former is officially recommended.
  • As mentioned earlier this unit is more like a microcontroller board, it lacks Ethernet and HDMI that are included in other Pi modules like Raspberry Pi 4.
  • There is one micro-USB port included in this module. Moreover, there is no wireless or Bluetooth added to this module.
  • Know that, header pins can be soldered to the Pico module that you can use in a breadboard.

Raspberry Pi Pico Pinout

The following figure shows the Raspberry Pi Pico pinout.

Raspberry Pi Pico Pin Description

Hope you’ve got a brief intro to the Raspberry Pi Pico. This section is reserved for the description of each pin incorporated into this single-board computer.

Power and Ground in RPi Pico

This board comes with four types of power pins.
  1. PIN40 VBUS (USB input voltage, typically 5V)
  1. PIN39 VSYS (used to the power system, can be in range 1.8V-5.5V)
  2. PIN36 3V3 offers 3.3V
  1. Total eight ground pins on board that provide 0V.

GPIO Pins in Raspberry Pi Pico

There are 26 multifunction GPIO pins employed for connection with external devices. These pins are used either as general-purpose input or general-purpose output pins. Moreover, there are 3 analog inputs among these GPIO pins.

SPI Pins in Raspberry Pi Pico

There are two SPI (serial peripheral interface) communication protocols are included in this Raspberry Pi Pico module. This protocol is used to develop the communication between the controller and other peripheral devices like shift registers and sensors. There are two pins for SPI communication… i.e. MOSI (master output slave input) and MISO (master input slave output). This communication protocol falls under master-slave communication protocol.

I2C Pins in Raspberry Pi Pico

  • There are two I2C communication protocols included in this module. This protocol contains two pins SDL and SCL.
  • The SCL is the serial clock line that guarantees the synchronization of data transfer over the I2C bus while the SDL, on the other hand, is the serial data pin that contains the data while.

UART Pins in Raspberry Pi Pico

  • The Raspberry Pi Pico contains two UART serial communication protocols. The UART serial port carries two pins Rx and Tx.
  • The Rx is the receiving pin that guarantees the receiving of serial data and the Tx is the transmission pin that ensures the transmission of serial data.

Raspberry Pi Pico Datasheet

Before applying this module to your electrical project, it’s wise to read the Raspberry Pi Pico datasheet. The datasheet explains the main characteristics of the device. Click the link below to download the Raspberry Pi Pico datasheet.

Raspberry Pi Pico Specs

The following are the Raspberry Pi Pico specs.
  • 21 mm × 51 mm form factor
  • Comes with 26 multifunction GPIO pins, including 3 analog inputs
  • Features Dual-core Arm Cortex-M0+ processor, the flexible clock running up to 133 MHz
  • The on-chop SRAM is 264KB
  • Low-power sleep and dormant modes
  • Operating temperature range -20°C to +85°C
  • RP2040 microcontroller chip designed by Raspberry Pi in the UK
  • Features 2 × SPI controllers, 2 × UART, 2 × I2C protocols, 16 × PWM channels
  • Can support input power 1.8–5.5V DC
  • Contains 1 × USB 1.1 controller and PHY, with host and device support
  • On-board QSPI Flash is 2MB
  • Drag-and-drop programming using mass storage over USB
  • 8 × Programmable I/O (PIO) state machines for custom peripheral support
  • Accurate on-chip clock
  • Accelerated integer and floating-point libraries on-chip
  • The castellated module allows soldering directly to carrier boards
  • Temperature sensor

Raspberry Pi Pico vs Arduino

  • Before the arrival of Arduino Pi Pico, there was a stark difference between Raspberry Pi and Arduino modules. The former is a single-board computer that can perform some typical functions like a regular computer while the latter is a module based on a microcontroller that uses one program at a time.
  • However, with the inception of Raspberry Pi Pico in 2021 that incorporates RP2040 SoC, which is a microcontroller, the difference between these two modules is not extensive anymore. Because like Arduino, Raspberry Pi Pico is a board based on a microcontroller.
  • Both Arduino and Raspberry Pi Pico units are introduced for the embedded system and automation applications that don’t involve human interference once the module is interfaced with the electronic circuitry. You can use Pico alone or with the combination with Arduino modules to develop different projects related to Artificial Intelligence.
  • Million of Arduino Units have been sold since its inception in 2005. The Pico is recently introduced in the market by Raspberry Pi Foundation and the response it earned from the targeted audience is amazing. Both modules are different in terms of power consumption, value, functionality, and price.
  • The Pico module supports the MicroPython language while the code for Arduino boards is written in Arduino.IDE software.
  • There is another difference between Pico and Arduino boards that the former comes unsoldered while the latter comes pre-soldered except DIP Arduino boards like Nano 33 IoT and Arduino Nano Every. This is, however, not a big deal as you can solder your pins to the Pico board with the soldering iron.
  • So which one to use… Pico or Arduino?
  • Pico stays ahead of Arduino in terms of ease of use, price, documentation, and an amazing selection of GPIO pins. At $4 you’ll get the tiny module that you can use for your microcontroller projects.

Raspberry Pi Pico Applications

The following are the Raspberry Pi Pico Applications.
  • Arduino Metal Detector
  • Real-Time Face Detection
  • Medical Instruments
  • Android Applications
  • GSM Based Projects
  • Industrial Automation
  • Virtual Reality Applications
  • Embedded Systems
  • Home Automation and Defense Systems
  • Automation and Robotics
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Syed Zain Nasir

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