> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://labpastoe.gitbook.io/lab-pastoe/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://labpastoe.gitbook.io/lab-pastoe/tutorials/arduino-sensors-and-actuators.md).

# Designing interactivity

Sensors and actuators are devices that enable interaction with the physical world in your art projects. The Arduino platform allows you to program this interaction to your liking.

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Sensors can measure physical properties such as light, movement or sound, while actuators generate movement (e.g. a motor), light (e.g. leds) or sound (e.g. a buzzer). \
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Lab holds selection of microcontrollers such as Arduino and NodeMCU, as well as sensors and actuators to experiment with. We also have a [Bare Conductive Touch Board kit](https://www.bareconductive.com/) and a [Lilypad sewable electronics kit](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T46MzLMpjfM\&ab_channel=SparkFunElectronics).&#x20;

Check out the following pages for more information!