Controlling Motors Book 3

Hands-on Arduino motor control, book by book

Controlling Motors is Book 3 in the Arduino Short Reads Series, and it turns the focus toward one of the most practical parts of electronics: making motors do what you want. Gary Hallberg presents the subject in an experiment-led format, with clear progression from simple DC motor control to more involved motor-driving techniques and sensor-assisted projects.

The book keeps its emphasis on accessible builds rather than abstract theory. Readers move through transistor-based DC motor control, PWM speed control, H-bridge direction control, infrared remote control, servo projects, and stepper motor experiments. Along the way, the material also introduces supporting components and driver boards that are commonly encountered in real Arduino projects.

What the book covers

• DC motor control using a transistor
• Speed control with PWM
• H-bridge operation for direction and speed control
• Infrared remote control experiments
• Servo control with a potentiometer
• Stepper motor control using common driver hardware
• Rotary encoder input for motor control

Built for learners who like to tinker

The book’s structure makes it a good fit for readers who want practical Arduino learning with immediate results. It is written for students, hobbyists, and anyone building confidence with electronics, especially those following the Arduino Short Reads Series in order. The tone is straightforward and project-oriented, with enough detail to support careful experimentation without overwhelming the reader.

A useful bridge between Arduino basics and real motor projects

Because motors bring in power, protection, and interfacing concerns, this volume naturally pushes readers beyond the basics and into the engineering side of Arduino work. That makes it a strong choice for anyone who wants to understand not just how to trigger a motor, but how to control it reliably.