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Project 47 - Night Safety Light "K-12 JUNO STEM KIT"


K-12 JUNO STEM KIT


What You Can Build Using K-12 JUNO STEM KIT

The "Night Safety Light" project teaches learners how to use an LDR (Light Dependent Resistor) to automate lighting. When it gets dark, the LDR senses the low light and turns on a lamp or LED, ensuring safety and convenience at night.


What You Can Learn

  • Light Sensing Automation: See how the LDR acts as a smart switch, automatically powering lights when needed.

  • Nighttime Safety: Learn the importance of automated lighting in keeping pathways, rooms, and spaces safe after sunset.

  • Basic Circuit Building: Practice simple sensor and output connections for reliable night-time solutions.


Real Life Problem Solving

  • Home & Outdoors: Night lights illuminate hallways, staircases, porches, and gardens to prevent accidents or guide people safely.

  • Energy Saving: Automatic lights only turn on when it’s dark, reducing wasted electricity.

  • Smart Living: Builds confidence in implementing strategies for hands-free, worry-free lighting.



Applications and Extensions

  • Connect multiple lights for wide-area night safety coverage.

  • Integrate with timers or motion sensors for enhanced automation.

  • Experiment with different light sources (bulbs, LEDs, strips) for creative solutions.


Skills Developed

  • Using LDRs and relays to switch lights automatically.

  • Troubleshooting sensor-based light activation circuits.

  • Understanding fundamentals of automated safety features.


Real-Life Benefits

  • Safety First: Minimizes risk by ensuring pathways and important spaces are always visible at night.

  • Smart Energy Use: Supports sustainable practices by using light only when needed.

  • STEM Essentials: Connects electronics to everyday life, inspiring practical, creative applications.


Why This Project Matters

The Night Safety Light project is a perfect example of technology working for people—making homes, schools, and public areas safer through simple automation.


Project 47: Night Safety Light inspires learners to develop bolder, safer, and more energy-efficient environments using sensor-based electronics!

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