Motion Sensor Bat

by Ruiz Brothers and

published October 29, 2024, last updated October 29, 2024

posted in Sensors 3D Printing CircuitPython

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Overview

Build a Motorized Bat

Build a motion activated flying bat! Add this Halloween decoration to a candy bowl to spook trick-or-treaters. When the motion sensor detects a hand, it actives a fluttering bat with sound effects!

Motion Activated

A VL53L1X time of flight sensor detects when an object is nearby. Different audio is played depending on the distance, making this an advanced decor that's more than just a typical store-bought Halloween amusement.

You may customize the CircuitPython code to change the distances, servo movement, sound effects and more.

PropMaker RP2040

This dev-board is our favorite go-to that’s designed for making prop projects. It’s got the RP2040 chip with a built-in audio amplifier and accelerometer!

A 2200mAh lipo battery will provide several hours of use and can be recharged over USB.

Parts

Video of a white hand pressing a button to briefly turn an LED strip into white lights. Also wired up to the microcontroller are a servo motor and a speaker.

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Top view of Adafruit VL53L1X Time of Flight Distance Sensor hooked up to an OLED display. A white manicured hand waves at the sensor, and the OLED displays the distance.

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Mini Oval Speaker with Short Wires - 8 Ohm 1 Watt

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Lithium Ion Cylindrical Battery - 3.7v 2200mAh

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1.25mm Pitch 2-pin Cable Matching Pair - 40cm long

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