SIMRACING REV LIGHTS (Version: 1x8 RGB LED) 🚥 
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
This project is a DIY hardware project and it's an Engine Rev Indicator used for SimRacing, an (1x8) RGB LED strip that lights up according to the revs of the car's engine in the simulator.
The purpose of this project is to improve immersion while playing Racing games.
The necessary components are few and they are really cheap.
No line of code is needed, as the integration is handled automatically by a third party software called SimHub.
In addition to the LED strip container there is a case for an Arduino Nano available for download.
Check the other version: (1x16).
Features
- Lighting of the LEDs relating to the engine rev in a precise manner and without delay.
- 100% customizable colors and range.
- Flashing lights when redline is reached (Optional)
- Compatible with all Racing games thanks to SimHub.
Ratings
Difficulty: 2/5 ⭐⭐⚫⚫⚫
Parts needed: 2/5 ⭐⭐⚫⚫⚫
Cost: 1/5 ⭐⚫⚫⚫⚫
Usefulness: 4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⚫
Time needed: 1/5 ⭐⚫⚫⚫⚫
3D MODELS IMAGES
REV LEDS
ARDUINO CASE
3D MODEL FILES:
All 3D models files are available for free and can be found in the repository.
Wiring diagram
Hardware components:
- 1 x Arduino Nano (or Generic Arduino)
- 1 x (1x8) RGB LED Strip WS2812B (5V)
- 1 x 3D Printed Led Strip Case (Optional)
- 1 x 3D Printed Arduino Nano Case (Optional)
Necessary tools:
- Soldering Iron
- 3D Printer (Optional)
How to assemble it
- Connect the VCC and GND pins of the arduino to the respective pins on the led strip.
- Connect the DIN pin of the LED strip to pin 6 of the Arduino board.
- Insert the led strip in the 3D printed case and close it.
- Insert the Arduino in the 3D printed case and close it.
- Connect Arduino to the PC via USB cable.
- Install the latest version of SimHub.
- Setup the RevLeds Via SimHub.
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