Introduction: Tissue Box 2.0 Automatic Opener
This instructable was recreated from one of the Arduino Bulit-in Example called Automatic Tissue Opener. In the original example, the creator used a motor to move the cap of the box. After that, you can take the tissue paper easily. However, despite sanity concerns, I added a function which is led light. In the dark, I won't be worrying about that I couldn't see what's inside the box. In this case, I can grab a tissue at night without turning on the lights.
This is a very convenient way to make a tissue opener, so decoration isn't important. The main function remain the same, the motor moves the cap of the box. When the distance sensor induce your hands, the led light will be turned on, and the cap will move simultaneously. The creator's concept is very well, because nowadays many people worry about germs getting on the tissue paper.
Source:
https://www.instructables.com/Automatic-Box-Opener...
-By Claire Sung
Supplies
Arduino Leonardo x1
Breadboard x1
USB Cable x1
HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Module Distance Sensor x1
Servo Motor x1
Male-to-male jumper wires x(many)
Male-to-Female jumper wires x4 Tissue box x1 (or anything you want to put inside)
Tapes
Scissors x1
A box (sanitized)
Step 1: Set Up the Circuit Board
Follow and connect the servo motor and distance sensor with the Arduino board, as the picture shown.
Step 2: Programming
Use Arduino app to code:
Step 3: Making Final Product
Cut the top part of the box off. Use tape to stick it on the side of the box, then the box is done. Make sure to sanitize the box before putting the tissue paper in the box. Place the arduino board at the bottom of the box. Make sure the materials did not block the led light, or else you won't be able to see it in the dark.