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2 changes: 1 addition & 1 deletion docs/courses/maker/general/maker-tools-techniques.md
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![Roll out the copper tape slowly](/static/courses/maker/general/maker-tools-techniques/copper-tape1.jpg)
_Unravel copper tape a few inches at a time_

![Folding copper tape over to make a turen](/static/courses/maker/general/maker-tools-techniques/copper-tape2.jpg)
![Folding copper tape over to make a turn](/static/courses/maker/general/maker-tools-techniques/copper-tape2.jpg)
_Fold copper tape back on itself – try not to break or tear_

## Servo motors
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10. Drop one in each of the ``||input:on tilt||`` blocks.
11. In the ``||music:play sound||`` blocks, use the drop-down menu to select different sounds to play.

![Play sound selectons](/static/courses/maker/projects/crown/crown-code3.png)
![Play sound selections](/static/courses/maker/projects/crown/crown-code3.png)

12. Test in the Simulator by moving your mouse left and right over the board to simulate tilting left and right.

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Fourth, use clear tape to attach the NeoPixel strip to the base of the helmet prototype. Three pieces of tape are sufficient. Take care to center the strip on the back of the base.

![NeoPixel strip attacthed to the base of the helmet](/static/courses/maker/projects/helmet/helmet-making4.jpg)
![NeoPixel strip attached to the base of the helmet](/static/courses/maker/projects/helmet/helmet-making4.jpg)

Fifth, use a piece of tape to attach a battery pack to the top of the helmet, and a piece of double-sided or looped tape to attach the Circuit Playground Express to the front of the helmet. Be sure to orient the **A1** pin on the Circuit Playground Express toward the alligator clips of the NeoPixel strip, and orient the JST battery connector upward. Pictured is a LiPo battery, but any battery pack works well.

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# Energy glove

Track you hand motions with the @boardname@.
Track your hand motions with the @boardname@.

```blocks
let item = 0
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* **NOT** ``sick`` **=** ``I feel well``
* ``I can swim`` **OR** ``I'm in a boat`` **=** ``I'm floating``

You see the AND, NOT, and OR in the example word equations? These are our logical _operators_. Every day we make decisions when we think about one or more facts together using these operators. Sometimes, it's necessary for all facts to be true in order for the conclusion to be true. This is the case when the AND operator is used. When analyzing facts with the OR operator, only on fact needs to be true for the conclusion to be true also.
You see the AND, NOT, and OR in the example word equations? These are our logical _operators_. Every day we make decisions when we think about one or more facts together using these operators. Sometimes, it's necessary for all facts to be true in order for the conclusion to be true. This is the case when the AND operator is used. When analyzing facts with the OR operator, only one fact needs to be true for the conclusion to be true also.

Making a decision may require more than just one or two facts. When this happens, another operator is needed to combine the facts together to make a conclusion. In the last example word equation, you actually might not be floating if just those two condtions are true. To correctly prove that you're actually floating, you need to state that you're in water too.

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![OR gate symbol](/static/cp/learn/logic-lab/logic-gates/full-adder.png)

In the real world digital devices aren't the abstract logical expressions of Boolean algebra, but they are implementations of these expressions in hardware. The logical expressions are translated into device structures called _logic gates_. A logic gate is both a symbolic representation of a logical operation and, when used in digital electronics, it can is an actual circuit in hardware. A single logic gate is usually made of several transistors an shares space with many others in an integrated circuit.
In the real world digital devices aren't the abstract logical expressions of Boolean algebra, but they are implementations of these expressions in hardware. The logical expressions are translated into device structures called _logic gates_. A logic gate is both a symbolic representation of a logical operation and, when used in digital electronics, it can is an actual circuit in hardware. A single logic gate is usually made of several transistors and shares space with many others in an integrated circuit.

Each of the basic operators we learned about in the [expressions](/learnsystem/logic-lab/expressions) section have a gate symbol. The symbol takes the place of the operator and the variables are the inputs to the gate. The resulting value from the expression equation is the output of the gate. The output of a gate can be a final result or it can be connected as an input to yet another gate.

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let Q = (!A && B) || (A && !B)
```

Coverting the equation to logic gates makes the following diagram. Notice how each gate "connects" the variables together just like the logic blocks in the code above.
Converting the equation to logic gates makes the following diagram. Notice how each gate "connects" the variables together just like the logic blocks in the code above.

![Combinatorial XOR first version](/static/cp/learn/logic-lab/logic-gates/combinatorial1-xor.png)

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## Resistors

A resistor is an electical component that controls the "flow" of current in a circuit. Think of it like a faucet that controls the flow of water so that just the right amount comes out. Many resistors are made from carbon because it has a moderate amount of conductivity. Resistors are manufactured with different amounts of resistance. Some have a fixed amount of resistance and others have a variable amount. A variable resister is also called a _potentiometer_.
A resistor is an electrical component that controls the "flow" of current in a circuit. Think of it like a faucet that controls the flow of water so that just the right amount comes out. Many resistors are made from carbon because it has a moderate amount of conductivity. Resistors are manufactured with different amounts of resistance. Some have a fixed amount of resistance and others have a variable amount. A variable resistor is also called a _potentiometer_.

Resistance is measured in units of _ohms_. Perhaps you've heard of Ohm's Law:

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Data is transmitted between digital circuits using changes between high and low voltage levels. A change to high can mean a signal for the value of `1`. The change down to low can mean a signal for the value of `0`. One of these signals, a pulse, can represent a binary digit, or _bit_. Combining several digital signals will form a binary number which can represent some type of data, such as a [number](/types/number) or [text character](/types/string).

In the diagram below, a pulse is created every 4 microseconds to signal a binary digit. If the value of the **A1** pin is read repeatedly at the proper time, a binary number can be assembled. Here, the first digit is a `1`, the second a `0`, and then `1` and another `1`. Together they form the binary number `1101` when each bit received is the next greater digit of the number. This is a 4 bit number is which equals `13` in decimal.
In the diagram below, a pulse is created every 4 microseconds to signal a binary digit. If the value of the **A1** pin is read repeatedly at the proper time, a binary number can be assembled. Here, the first digit is a `1`, the second a `0`, and then `1` and another `1`. Together they form the binary number `1101` when each bit received is the next greater digit of the number. This is a 4 bit number is which is equivalent to `13` in decimal.

![Pulsed data signal](/static/cp/learn/pins-tutorial/digital-input/pulsed-signal.jpg)

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![Pin pulse high event diagram](/static/cp/learn/pins-tutorial/digital-input/pin-event-high.jpg)


Let's say that our @boardname@ is connected to an anemometer, a device to that measures wind speed. The anenometer signals one pulse every time that its cup wheel spins for one rotation. The diameter of the anemometer cup wheel is `10` centmeters. We can calculate the current revolutions per minute (RPM) of the anemometer by counting the number of rotations for some amount of time.
Let's say that our @boardname@ is connected to an anemometer, a device to that measures wind speed. The anenometer signals one pulse every time that its cup wheel spins for one rotation. The diameter of the anemometer cup wheel is `10` centimeters. We can calculate the current revolutions per minute (RPM) of the anemometer by counting the number of rotations for some amount of time.

```blocks
let windSpeed = 0
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It's not necessary to use a separate pin to transfer each bit of a digital number. Each bit of a number can be written out on one pin in a sequence. Once all of the bits of one number are written, the bits of the next number are written in a sequence too. The receiving device needs to properly assemble the bits to form a value. It also needs to know how many bits each number will have so it can start to assemble the next number. This method of sending and receiving data is call _serial data_ transfer.

In the following diagram several 3 bit numbers are written in series on the **A2** pin. The red numbers show what the binary digital numbers are in dedimal.
In the following diagram several 3 bit numbers are written in series on the **A2** pin. The red numbers show what the binary digital numbers are in decimal.

![Three bit serial data](/static/cp/learn/pins-tutorial/digital-output/three-bit-serial.jpg)

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In order for a ``||input:on touch||`` event to detect a touch properly, the untouched pin's [sense value](#sense-value) is set as the touch [threshold](#threshold) for the sensor connected to it. A _threshold_ is a value, that when reached, will cause something to happen. Depending on what is connected to the pin, either nothing or some larger object, the pin will read sense value based on the amount of [capacitance](/learnsystem/pins-tutorial/devices/capacitors) measured at the pin. This is, of course, a different value when the pin or sensor object is touched and untouched.

To properly detect a touch, the sense level the untouched case must be known. A sense level for a touch will be somewhat greater than the untouched level. When a program is started, the pins set for touch events are calibrated for the untouched sense levels. This is brief process where the pin input is read several times to find a reasonable value of sense level for when the pin, or something connected to it is untouched.
To properly detect a touch, the sense level measurement of the sensor when it's not touched must be known first. A sense level for a touch will be somewhat greater than the untouched level. When a program is started, the pins set for touch events are calibrated for the untouched sense levels. This is brief process where the pin input is read several times to find a reasonable value of sense level for when the pin, or something connected to it is untouched.

Calibration automatically sets a threshold (the minimum sense value) for what is considered as a touch. You may need to recalibrate your touch input if there is a change of sensor or in the environment. If you connect a different sensor object to a pin without restarting your program, your touch event may indicate a touch when there isn't one or it may never detect a touch at all. Also, if the temperature or humidity changes significantly, the electrical characteristics of a sensor might change. You may observe over time that it might detect a touch before your finger reaches it, being too sensitive, or that you have to press on the object more firmly, for a longer time before the touch is detected.

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---

Sometimes multiple sensors or are used to generate one input action. This is case when detecting the direction of motion with a hand or finger swipe.
Sometimes multiple sensors are used to generate one input action. This is case when detecting the direction of motion with a hand or finger swipe.

**Setup**:

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![Static charge on a human body](/static/cp/learn/pins-tutorial/touch-input/body-static.gif)

The surface of your body acts like one of the charge plates in a capacitor. A capacitor stores electric charge on two conductive surfaces when a voltage source is appled across it. To estimate it's effect in electronics, the human body is given a value of about `100` picofarads (pF) of capacitance.
The surface of your body acts like one of the charge plates in a capacitor. A capacitor stores electric charge on two conductive surfaces when a voltage source is applied across it. To estimate it's effect in electronics, the human body is given a value of about `100` picofarads (pF) of capacitance.

### ~ hint

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## How a touch is detected

When you begin to touch the surface of a pin, or a conductor connected to a pin, you change its capacitance. At the moment you come very near the pin (almost just touching it), the capacitance at the pin changes because your body has just provided and additional charge surface making more capacitance at the the pin. The microcontroller can detect and measure this added capacitance. When move away from the pin, the charge decreases to where it was before you touched.
When you begin to touch the surface of a pin, or a conductor connected to a pin, you change its capacitance. At the moment you come very near the pin (almost just touching it), the capacitance at the pin changes because your body has just provided an additional charge surface making more capacitance at the the pin. The microcontroller can detect and measure this added capacitance. When move away from the pin, the charge decreases to where it was before you touched.

### Pin capacitance

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## ~

Let's build some code for animation and music in the @boardname@ which is, of course, our hot potato. We'll make it work so that when the animation the player holding the hot potato is **out!!!**.
Let's build some code for animation and music in the @boardname@ which is, of course, our hot potato. We'll make it work so that when the animation stops the player holding the hot potato is **out!!!**.

## Duration: ~45 minutes

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## ~ avatar avatar

Program the @boardname@ to make is show a nice blue glow and play Twinkle Twinkle Little Star!
Program the @boardname@ to make it show a nice blue glow and play Twinkle Twinkle Little Star!

## ~

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https://youtu.be/3YSteLHGrRY
<br/>
If you have any scrap cardboard left, cut a small rectangle out so you can glue it to the bottom of your folded cardboard. Here's a video demonstrating what we did that!
If you have any scrap cardboard left, cut a small rectangle out so you can glue it to the bottom of your folded cardboard. Here's a video demonstrating how we did that!

![Bottom Cardboard](/static/cp/projects/reaction/bottom-cardboard.jpg)

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![Selecting tilt down](/static/cp/projects/wonder-woman-gauntlets/tilt-down.png)

* From the ``||music:MUSIC||`` Toolbox drawer, drag out a ``||music:play sound block||`` and drop into the ``||input:on tilt down||`` block.
* In the ``||music:play sound block||`` block, click on the drop-down menu to select a sound effect you want to play.
* From the ``||music:MUSIC||`` Toolbox drawer, drag out a ``||music:play sound||`` block and drop into the ``||input:on tilt down||`` block.
* In the ``||music:play sound||`` block, click on the drop-down menu to select a sound effect you want to play.

![Selecting magic wand sound](/static/cp/projects/wonder-woman-gauntlets/play-sound1.png)

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