Design and Implementation of an Automated Card Dealing Machine Using Arduino

Abstract - This paper introduces the design and construction of an Arduino card dealing machine for the purpose of automatically distributing cards in multi-player card games. Dealing by hand tends to be inconsistent, time-consuming, and susceptible to human error or bias—problems especially true in both recreational and competitive gaming scenarios. The solution is a low-cost, space-efficient system that guarantees accurate and fair card dispensation employing a duo of a stepper motor and a DC motor, controlled through an Arduino Nano microcontroller. Machine operation is facilitated through a 4x4 keypad and OLED screen to set game settings. The mechanism utilizes a rotating table and friction-coefficient driven roller system for the accurate delivery of cards. Experimental verification shows high accuracy, reliability, and flexibility for various numbers of players and game types. This project provides substantial worth for recreational purposes, instructional demonstrations, and inexpensive prototyping in embedded system automation. Key Words: Arduino Nano, Stepper Motor, DC Motor, Card Distribution, Automation, Keypad Interface, OLED Display, Motion Control, Embedded Systems.