How to automate any Window Curtain for $20 | Arduino Automation

In this video, an old window curtain is motorised for $20. With a push of a button, the curtain opens and closes.

Visit the Arduino Project Hub for all details: https://projecthub.arduino.cc/wedgeha...


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The window curtain is hacked (as usual) and becomes automated using an Arduino (UNO, but any other model should work) and a NEMA-17 Stepper Motor. Keep in mind, that you'll need an ordinary Curtain that uses a rail and a rope for opening and closing*.

Arduino Project: https://projecthub.arduino.cc/wedgeha...

Arduino Code: https://create.arduino.cc/editor/wedg...

Components Required:
NEMA-17 Stepper Motor: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DDS...
Pulley Belt: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DlV...
L298N Dual H-Bridge Motor Driver (Compatible): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dnt...
L298N Dual H-Bridge Motor Driver (Genuine):
Single Relay: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dmn...
Arduino UNO (Arduino Compatible): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DEX...
Arduino UNO (Genuine): https://store.arduino.cc/products/ard...
12v Power Adapter: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DkC...
Rocker Push Button
Female-to-Female Jumpers
Male-to-Male Jumpers
10k Resistors: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DmG...
6mm Wall Plugs and Screws

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