“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” – Benjamin Franklin
About the Project
This project was developed in 2018 as part of the Professional Aptitude Test for the Electronics, Automation, and Control Technician course at Cior Professional School. The aim was to create an engaging, educational tool to teach children the importance of traffic rules and promote good citizenship on the roads. The project was implemented at the Road Education School in Ribeirão.
I contributed to this initiative by designing and implementing a Traffic Light System using Arduino and embedded systems. The system controlled traffic signals, creating a realistic and interactive experience tailored to children’s perspectives. Additionally, I participated in the installation of the system’s infrastructure, which involved electrical work to ensure proper setup and functionality.
Objectives
- Educate children about the significance of traffic rules in a playful and practical way.
- Foster awareness of road safety and citizenship from an early age.
- Provide a hands-on learning environment at the Road Education School.
Skills & Technologies
- Electronic Soldering: Assembling and integrating hardware components.
- Embedded Systems: Programming and controlling devices using Arduino.
- Arduino: Developing the logic and functionality for traffic signal control.
- Electrical Installation: Setting up and maintaining the infrastructure for the traffic light system.
Documentation
You can explore the written report for this project, which is available in Portuguese on GitHub. .
Impact
This project serves as a practical example of how technology and infrastructure can be leveraged to address real-world problems while fostering education and community engagement.