Temperature Control Lab (apmonitor TCLAB) - Complete EDU Kit

The temperature control lab is an application of feedback control with an Arduino, an LED, two heaters, and two temperature sensors. The heater power output is adjusted to maintain a desired temperature setpoint. Thermal energy from the heater is transferred by conduction, convection, and radiation to the temperature sensor. Heat is also transferred away from the device to the surroundings.

This lab is a resource for model identification and controller development. It is a pocket-sized lab with software in Python, MATLAB, and Simulink for the purpose of reinforcing control theory for students. Learning modules include:

1. Begin Python with TCLab

2. Learn Scientific Python for Engineers

3. Process Dynamics and Control with TCLab

4. Machine Learning and Dynamic Optimization with TCLab

The Temperature Control lab kit includes:

1. Arduino (Leonardo)

2. Temperature control PCB shield

3. USB barrel jack power (20AWG) cable for heaters

4. 5V USB power supply (EU Plug)

5. USB cable for serial connection to MacOS, Windows, Linux, Raspberry Pi computer