7/10/2020 30 Awesome EEE Projects for Electrical Engineers

World’s Top 30 Electrical Engineering Project Ideas

February 5, 2020

Engineers are always in search of projects, and nding meaningful projects makes that
search worthwhile. Listed below are some electrical engineering project ideas for such
engineers. A lot of them may deal in a higher power than electronics engineers are used to,
hence safety rst.  These hand-picked EEE projects are simple as well as interesting.

EEE Projects: Dual Axis Solar Tracker System

This system requires involvement of a wide range of engineering including mechanical
electrical and electronics. The mechanical part would involve designing a smooth gear system
to move as per requirement. The electrical part would be the working of solar panel and
battery requirement. The electronics would involve designing the sensor system that would
generate commands for the gear system to act accordingly. The system employs spur gear
for the implementation of the dual axis solar tracker. The system is implemented using Atmel
IC AT89C51.

This project is available at: Dual Axis solar tracker system

5V DC To 48V DC Converter For Phantom Power Supplies

This circuit presents a simple and low-cost DC-to-DC converter for phantom power supplies
used in mixing consoles, microphone preampli ers, telephone systems and similar
equipment.

This project is available at: 5V DC To 48V DC Converter For Phantom Power Supplies

HVDC Power Supply Design

Circuits like Geiger counters, insect zappers, Nixie tubes and sensors require high-voltage
direct-current (HVDC) supplies. There are various types of HVDC supplies available in the
market, including voltage doubler or quadrupler, yback converter and boost converter.

https://www.electronicsforu.com/electronics-projects/eee-projects-ideas?utm_source=pushengage&utm_medium=pushnotification&utm_campaign=pushengage 1/11
7/10/2020 30 Awesome EEE Projects for Electrical Engineers

Some of these have low current-output capacity. But with right calculations using basic boost
conversion formulae, we may achieve HVDC supplies capable of clean and high current
capacity. Presented here is a boost converter design using an MC34063 DC-DC converter.

This project is available at: HVDC Power Supply Design

Micro Inverter
A simple low-power inverter circuit is described here, which converts 12V DC into 230V AC. It
can be used to power very light loads like night lamps and cordless telephones, but can be
modi ed into a powerful inverter by adding more MOSFETs.

This project is available at: Micro Inverter

Automatic Anchor Light

Federal and international regulations require boats to carry lights during sunset, sunrise and
at conditions with restricted visibility. The number and colors of light vary with the size of
vessel. A masthead anchor light is out of fashion as it is too high above the water level. This
makes it di cult to judge the position of the boat, especially in a pitch-dark anchorage. This
project is a compact yet inexpensive automatic anchor light integrated with an ambient light
sensor that turns it on and o automatically.

This project is available at: Automatic Anchor light

High-Impedance Audio Buffer With JFET

The bu er circuit described here is useful in enhancing the AC input impedance of audio
ampli ers used with pickups in musical instruments. Signal sources for ampli ers
and passive pickups for electric guitars require very high-impedance of over 5-mega-ohm.
This can be achieved easily with junction eld-e ect transistor (JFET) but may require special
design of the printed circuit board (PCB), appropriate construction techniques of the box,

https://www.electronicsforu.com/electronics-projects/eee-projects-ideas?utm_source=pushengage&utm_medium=pushnotification&utm_campaign=pushengage 2/11
7/10/2020 30 Awesome EEE Projects for Electrical Engineers

proper cables and connectors. This project provides a solution for a high-impedance, low-
cost, low-quiescent current, bu er-follower based on PN4393 JFET.

This project is available at: High-Impedance Audio Bu er With JFET

PIN Diode Based Fire Sensor

This is an ultra-sensitive re sensor that activates an alarm when it detects re. In this circuit,
a sensitive PIN diode is used as a re sensor for longer-range re detection. It detects visible
light and infrared (IR) in the range of 430 nm – 1100 nm. Visible light and IR from the re
activate the sensor to trigger the alarm. It also detects sparks in the mains wiring and if these
persist, it gives a warning alarm. The anode can easily be identi ed from the top-view at
surface of the photodiode. A small solder point to which a thin wire is connected is the anode
and the other one is the cathode terminal.

This project is available at: PIN Diode Based Fire Sensor

Plus-Minus 5V Supply From 9V Battery

Op-amps require dual-polarity supply for proper operation. When working with battery
supply, it becomes di cult to get dual power supply for the op-amps. Presented here is a
simple circuit that provides ±5V from a 9V battery. This is one of the interesting projects
among Electrical Engineering Project Ideas. Op-amps require dual-polarity supply for proper
operation. When working with battery supply, it becomes di cult to get dual power supply
for the op-amps.

This project is available at: Plus-minus 5V Supply From 9V Battery

Infrared Motion-Sensing Relay Switch

This project is designed for use with all kinds of medium-power automobile/domestic 12V DC
loads. It is a simple solid-state relay (SSR) switch, controlled by a standard passive infrared
(PIR) motion sensor module. A PIR sensor is an electronic device that can measure IR light

https://www.electronicsforu.com/electronics-projects/eee-projects-ideas?utm_source=pushengage&utm_medium=pushnotification&utm_campaign=pushengage 3/11
7/10/2020 30 Awesome EEE Projects for Electrical Engineers

radiating from objects in its eld-of-view. Apparent motion is detected when an IR source
with one temperature (such as a human being) passes in front of an IR source with another
temperature (such as a wall). The PIR sensor module, centred on a PIR sensor, has elements
made of crystalline material that generates an electric charge when exposed to IR radiation.

This project is available at: Infrared Motion-Sensing Relay Switch

Low-cost LPG Leakage Detector

The circuit for an LPG leakage detector is readily available in the market, but it is extremely
expensive and usually based on a microcontroller (MCU). This project presents a low-cost
circuit for an LPG detector that you can build easily. The main objective of the circuit is to
detect LPG leakage anywhere. At the heart of the circuit is dual comparator IC LM393 (IC2). It
is used to compare two di erent voltages, in this case, reference voltage and MQ-6 gas
sensor output voltage.

This project is available at: Low-Cost LPG Leakage Detector

Low-Cost Dusk-Dawn Controller

This dusk-dawn controller is built around a light-dependent resistor among other
components. The common battery supply is used for operating the circuit as well as for load,
that is, for power LED/small inverter circuit. Resistors work as voltage divider and current
limiter in the circuit. LEDs are used as circuit deactivation indicator. An n-channel MOSFET is
used for the switching action of an LED light.

This project is available at: Low-Cost Dusk-Dawn Controller

Auto Power Switching Mains, Solar Inverter or Generator

This project is based on the AEIOU heuristic framework of Design Engineering Approach.
Design for Performance, Safety and Reliability is ensured in terms of switching module.
Design for Ergonomics and Aesthetics is ensured in terms of Priority set by the user

https://www.electronicsforu.com/electronics-projects/eee-projects-ideas?utm_source=pushengage&utm_medium=pushnotification&utm_campaign=pushengage 4/11
7/10/2020 30 Awesome EEE Projects for Electrical Engineers

regarding the availability of Power Source. Design for Manufacturability and Assembly is
ensured in terms of Generator, Inverter and Solar Plates. Also, based upon choice and
availability, di erent circuits using Eagle can be worked upon.

This project is available at: Auto Power Switching Mains, Solar Inverter or Generator

Signal Generator and Inverter Using NE555 Timers

Often we require a squarewave signal generator with adjustable frequency, almost equal
high and low output pulses and adjustable amplitudes. Here we present a simple, useful and
low-cost signal generator built around NE555 timers. Using external switches, you can control
or select frequency ranges as per your requirements.

This project is available at: Signal Generator and Inverter Using NE555 Timers

Con gurable RS232 to TTL to I2C Adapter

RS232 signals cover a much longer distance than standard TTL and I2C signals. These signals
have better noise immunity as well. RS232 is a well-known standard supported by many
popular ICs and therefore is still widely used. Sometimes we want to send TTL and I2C signals
over a longer distance. This project describes how these signals can be extended through
RS232 lines.

This project is available at: Con gurable RS232 to TTL to I2C adapter

Vibration Activated Smart CRO Probe

This is a simple, low-cost, energy-saving and device-saving circuit for an electronics lab,
service centre, electronics workshop, or wherever a CRO is in use. Generally, in a repair
station, a CRO is used for a very short time. But in most cases, the user fails to switch o the
CRO immediately after use. The service engineer mostly concentrates on faults rather than
noticing whether the CRO is on or o . A vibration sensor turns the CRO o when the probe is
idle for a speci ed amount of time.

https://www.electronicsforu.com/electronics-projects/eee-projects-ideas?utm_source=pushengage&utm_medium=pushnotification&utm_campaign=pushengage 5/11
7/10/2020 30 Awesome EEE Projects for Electrical Engineers

This project is available at: Vibration Activated smart CRO probe

Electrical Engineering Project Ideas: 4 channel multi mode

audio ampli er
Sometimes we need con gurable multichannel ampli ers for experiments or for use in
o ces or schools. Here is a project based on TDA1554Q, con gured for multi-mode function
with four channel outputs. It has four channels and each channel can provide around 11W
over a load of 2-ohms and around 6W over a load of 4-ohms. The circuit will also work with
loads of 4-ohms to 16-ohms. Gain of each channel is xed at 20dB in single-channel mode
and 26dB in BTL mode.

This project is available at: 4 channel multi-mode Audio ampli er  

Design and analysis of single-stage ampli er using C++

Many formulae are required to calculate the parameters involved in a circuit of a transistor
based audio ampli er. Some of these values involve resistors, coupling capacitor, bypass
capacitor, power consumption, the current owing through di erent components. A good
amount of time is required to calculate such parameters even with a regular calculator. Using
C++ program, all the parameters can be calculated in a fraction of a second. This project
presents a single-stage transistor audio ampli er that requires a total of 19 formulae to
obtain the values of components and analyse the circuit.

This project is available at: Design and Analysis of Single stage Ampli er using C++ 

Four-channel video and audio sequencer

This next project is a simple circuit for switching your CCTV camera outputs sequentially. It
switches four video and audio channels sequentially, one at a time. It is built around a 555
timer few other components. The timer is con gured as an astable multi-vibrator. A single-

https://www.electronicsforu.com/electronics-projects/eee-projects-ideas?utm_source=pushengage&utm_medium=pushnotification&utm_campaign=pushengage 6/11
7/10/2020 30 Awesome EEE Projects for Electrical Engineers

side PCB of the four-channel video and audio sequencer is provided along with the
component layout. After assembling the circuit on the PCB, enclose it in a suitable plastic box.

This project is available at: Four channel video and audio Sequencer

Automated USB controlled power switch

Power for TV and set-top box (STB) is derived from a common switchboard. The switched-
mode power supply (SMPS) of the TV continues to draw a small amount of power from mains
and the STB is not switched o when you switch o the remote. This next project presents a
circuit that can control the mains power of an LED TV and the DTH STB. It also protects the
devices from harmful initial surges when power comes back after a power failure.

This project is available at: Automated USB controlled Power Switch

1kW sine wave inverter

An inverter provides power backup for mains-based appliances in the event of a power
failure. Most of the inverters available in the market have a complicated circuit design and
are not very economical. Some of them produce a square-wave output, which is undesirable
for inductive loads. This project presents a simple inverter circuit that produces 50Hz quasi
sine-wave output using a single IC CD4047 and some discrete components making it a very
cost-e ective solution.

This project is available at: 1kW sine wave Inverter

Four frequency generator

There is a need for TTL and CMOS signals by stable frequency sources for development,
testing and maintenance of digital and analogue electronic circuits. These sources are also
useful for fast checking of oscilloscopes, probes, multimeters, frequency metres and other
measurement equipment. This project proposes a circuit that produces xed frequencies of

https://www.electronicsforu.com/electronics-projects/eee-projects-ideas?utm_source=pushengage&utm_medium=pushnotification&utm_campaign=pushengage 7/11
7/10/2020 30 Awesome EEE Projects for Electrical Engineers

4MHz, 6MHz, 10MHz and adjustable square-wave with variable frequencies from around
10Hz to more than 100kHz.

This project is available at: 4 Frequency Generator

Programmable 3 Phase Controller For ON/OFF Motor

A programmable time switch is useful in designing an automatic on/o controller for 3 phase
electric motor. This next project proposes a system with two programmable time switches for
setting the starting and stopping times of the motor. Two control circuits interface with the
start/stop switches of the 3-phase motor starter. There is provision for setting days of the
week for the controller to function as well.

This project is available at: Programmable 3 phase Controller for ON/OFF motor 

Wireless Power Transfer

The main objective of this project is to develop a system of wireless power transfer in 3D
space. The air core transformer operating near 40 KHz is the main concept for wireless power
transfer, as one cannot transfer 50 Hz ac power by air core. The secondary coil in resonance
develops a voltage of 40 KHz at about 12 volt when it is taken over the primary coil. The
output of this secondary is given to a 10 watt lamp that glows at considerable distance from
the primary coil.

This project is available at: Wireless Power Transfer In 3d Space 

High Power LED Stroboscope

Stroboscope is a convenient and accurate enough instrument to measure speeds of rotating
objects in homes or industries. One can use it to nd the speed of fans, motors or any other
rotating object. It is a  ashing light that provides sharp light pulses at a variable rate. An
object rotating with frequency matching the pulsed light is observed as stationary.

https://www.electronicsforu.com/electronics-projects/eee-projects-ideas?utm_source=pushengage&utm_medium=pushnotification&utm_campaign=pushengage 8/11
7/10/2020 30 Awesome EEE Projects for Electrical Engineers

This project is available at: High Power LED Stroboscope

Password Based Circuit Breaker

A circuit breaker protects electrical circuits from damage n case of overload or short circuit.
Its basic function is to detect a fault condition and interrupt current ow. The system uses an
8 bit microcontroller of 16f877A family. An EEPROM stores the password and is easily
changeable. The password is entered through a keypad and a relay opens or closes the
circuit breaker, which is indicated by a lamp.

This project is available at: Password based circuit breaker

Over/Under Voltage Protection of Electrical Appliances

Presented here is an under/over-voltage protection circuit that protects refrigerators as well
as other appliances from under & over-voltage.  Operational ampli er IC LM324 (IC2) is used
here as a comparator.

This project is available at: Over/Under Voltage Protection of Electrical Appliances

DC Panel Meter using Arduino

Panel meters in regulated power supplies are used to display electrical parameters like
voltage and current. Presented here is a circuit to display DC voltage and current of power
supplies, including DIY-type ones.

This project is available at: DC Panel Meter using Arduino

Multi-Status Indicator Using Single RGB LED

Monitoring circuits in battery chargers, water-level indicators, etc use LEDs to indicate the
status of certain conditions. Presented here is a multiple status indicator circuit that uses a
single RGB LED for seven di erent indications.

https://www.electronicsforu.com/electronics-projects/eee-projects-ideas?utm_source=pushengage&utm_medium=pushnotification&utm_campaign=pushengage 9/11
7/10/2020 30 Awesome EEE Projects for Electrical Engineers

This project is available at: Multi-Status Indicator Using Single RGB LED

Simple Low Power Inverter

Here is a simple low power inverter that converts 12V DC into 230-250V AC. It can be used to
power very light loads like window chargers and night lamps, or simply give shock to keep the
intruders away. The circuit is built around just two ICs, namely, IC CD4047 and IC ULN2004.

This project is available at: Simple Low Power Inverter

Power-Saving Relay Driver

n many circuits, the switching action is performed by a relay, which in turn activates an
external load. The power consumed by the relay may be unsuitable for battery-powered
applications. Here is a simple solution using some inexpensive components to considerably
save power.

This project is available at: Power-Saving Relay Driver

Linear Timer For General Use

This simple linear timer can be used to control any electrical appliance that needs to be
switched o after a certain time, like a small heater or a boiler, provided the relay-switch
parameters meet the requirements of that appliance. It uses low-cost components and
combines digital precision with simple analogue control. This provides long timing durations
without the use of high-valued resistors or capacitors.

This project is available at: Linear Timer For General Use

Hope these electrical engineering project ideas were useful to you. If you have more such
interesting electrical engineering project ideas feel free to post it in the comments section
below.

https://www.electronicsforu.com/electronics-projects/eee-projects-ideas?utm_source=pushengage&utm_medium=pushnotification&utm_campaign=pushengage 10/11
7/10/2020 30 Awesome EEE Projects for Electrical Engineers

This article was rst published on 18th October 2016 and was recently updated on 5 February
2020.

https://www.electronicsforu.com/electronics-projects/eee-projects-ideas?utm_source=pushengage&utm_medium=pushnotification&utm_campaign=pushengage 11/11