Section 5.2 - Servo Motors
Making Things Spin (Part 2)
This lesson introduces you to servo motors, focusing on their unique structure and functionality compared to DC motors. You'll explore how servo motors work, including their ability to precisely control angular position—a feature that sets them apart from DC motors, which only control speed and rotation direction. Through detailed slides, you’ll learn about the internal mechanics of servo motors, such as the feedback system that enables their precise movements. Following the introduction, you’ll wire a servo motor to an Arduino and code it to demonstrate basic position control. This hands-on activity will allow you to see servo functionality in action, giving you a practical understanding of servo motor control for various applications.