Aim of the Experiment

The primary aim of this experiment is to interface a DC motor with a Raspberry Pi using a relay module, enabling control of the motor’s operation through the General-Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) pins of the Raspberry Pi. This setup demonstrates the capability of the Raspberry Pi to control high-power electrical components indirectly through relays, using Python-based programming logic. The experiment also explores the safe switching of AC/DC loads using a low-power microcontroller.

Applications

• Home Automation: Controlling household appliances such as fans, lights, and motors remotely using Raspberry Pi and relays.
• Industrial Automation: Activating machines or conveyor belts based on sensor inputs or time schedules.
• Smart Agriculture: Automating irrigation systems using motorized pumps controlled via relays and Raspberry Pi.
• IoT Projects: Remote switching and monitoring of devices over the internet using Raspberry Pi.
• Robotics: Powering and controlling motor-driven mechanisms in robotic systems safely and efficiently.