RGBike POV - Open project

This project features:

• 16 RGB (Red+Green+Blue) Light Emitting Diodes;
• Arduino compatibility (Suposedely, I'll have to check that later);
• Single layer printed circuit board, suitable for home fab;
• All through hole componentes, suitable for beginners;
• Hall effect sensor, for image synchronization;
• Least number of componentes possible;
• Unfortunately, only one side of the wheel is illuminated (check update).
• Fits 26" wheels, I haven't had opportunity to try it in 20" and 24" wheels. 

This project is also a open project. Anyone who wishes to participate is welcome. The contributions will be added to this PROJECT and published.

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Spoke POV Lights

HOW TO TURN YOUR CYCLE WHEEL TO

  Spoke POV Lights

Step 1Stuff you'll need

• 1 or 2 Light Stick thingy
• A Hot Glue Gun (with glue sticks)
• Some Cable Ties
• A Philips Screw Driver
• A Dremel Rotary Tool, or anything else you use to cut plastic
• A Roll of Electric Tape
• A Bicycle, obviously

Step 2"If you can't open it you don't own it"

Step 3Modify the handle

Step 4Glue everything back

Step 5

Step 6

Strap the holder/circuit to the hub of your wheel and the LED string on a spoke.

Cut all the cable ties and your done!

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