Arduino Mega

The Arduino Mega is a powerful microcontroller board designed for more complex projects that require additional I/O pins and memory compared to standard Arduino boards. It is based on the ATmega2560 microcontroller and is ideal for applications that need more pins, such as large sensor arrays, complex robotics, and automation systems.

Key Features:
⚫ Microcontroller: ATmega2560.
⚫ Operating Voltage: 5V.
⚫ Input Voltage (recommended): 7-12V.
⚫ Digital I/O Pins: 54 (of which 15 provide PWM output).
⚫ Analog Input Pins: 16.
⚫ DC Current per I/O Pin: 20 mA.
⚫ Flash Memory: 256 KB (8 KB used by bootloader).
⚫ SRAM: 8 KB.
⚫ EEPROM: 4 KB.
⚫ Clock Speed: 16 MHz.
⚫ Communication: 4 UARTs (hardware serial ports), SPI, I2C, and a USB connection.
⚫ PWM Pins: 15.
⚫ Programming: Can be programmed with the Arduino IDE via USB.

Applications:
⚫ Robotics: Control multiple motors, sensors, and actuators simultaneously.
⚫ Home Automation: Manage various home devices and sensors in a smart home setup.
⚫ Data Logging: Collect data from numerous sensors for scientific and environmental research.
⚫ IoT Projects: Serve as a hub for various IoT devices and sensors.
⚫ Interactive Art Installations: Manage large numbers of LEDs, sensors, and interactive elements.

Advantages:
⚫ High Pin Count: With 54 digital I/O pins and 16 analog inputs, it can handle large, complex projects.
⚫ Multiple Communication Ports: 4 hardware serial ports (UARTs) for easy communication with various serial devices.
⚫ Large Memory: More flash memory, SRAM, and EEPROM than standard Arduino boards, suitable for larger programs and data storage.
⚫ Compatibility: Works with most Arduino shields, adding flexibility and expandability.