Automatic Gate with IR sensor and Arduino

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This is a compact project that replicates the operation of an automatic gate using Arduino and an IR sensor. It's a perfect educational undertaking that merges design and programming skills. The gate structure consists of two main components: A servo holder crafted from PLA, and a guide made from PLA. Additionally, there are four more components involved in this project: A gear also made from PLA, a balsa wood base measuring about 350 x 140 mm, and another piece of balsa wood approximately 200 x 50 mm that simulates the gate structure. You can use the attached file (available inside Thing Files) called A4 gate. The components were printed using a Geeetech printer. The circuit board is built with: An Arduino One board, a Futaba S3003 servo https://amzn.to/33iuWQT, an infrared sensor with remote control https://amzn.to/2OLgprH, a breadboard, and a 10kOhm resistor. Other tools used in this project are: A hot glue gun, screws, and a screwdriver. To operate the gate once the circuit is set up, follow these steps: Open the Arduino sketch called IR_e_servo (inside the Thing Files), ensure that you have installed the IR library for your remote control, press the + button to open the gate, and press the - key to close the gate. Have fun!