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Arduino Magnetometer Student Guide

An example of what your homemade Arduino magnetometer might look like after following the instructions in this guide.
NASA HEAT/Dr. Sten Odenwald
Levels
  • Intermediate (6-8)
Material Type
  • Activity/Hands-on
Heliophysics Big Ideas
  • Big Idea 1.2 – The Sun is active…
NGSS
  • ESS2 - Earth's Systems
Heliophysics Topics
  • Space Weather
  • Magnetic Field
  • Geomagnetic Storm
  • Electromagnetism
  • Electromagnetic Spectrum
Heliophysics Missions
  • Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO)
  • Magnetospheric Multiscale (MMS)
  • Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO)
  • Solar Orbiter
Material Cost per Learner Over $20
Language English

Explains how to build a more advanced homemade magnetometer using a sensor attached to an Arduino microcontroller and computer readout, all of which can be obtained for less than $50. Also provides instruction on how to use the device to take magnetic measurements in the classroom and at home.