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PICAXE to PC Connections

PICAXE to PC Connections

This article describes in detail the connections necessary for two way communications between PICAXE microcontrollers and personal computers. Both serial connections and USB to serial conversion connections are covered.


Communicating with an EFM8 Microcontroller via USB

Communicating with an EFM8 Microcontroller via USB

Many embedded applications benefit from a communications interface that allows for convenient data transfer between a PC and a microcontroller. This article explains how to use the virtual COM port library from Silicon Laboratories to send data from a Windows application to an EFM8 microcontroller.


Projects Jul 17, 2015 by Robert Keim
Raspberry Pi – Setup and Management

Raspberry Pi – Setup and Management

When you buy a Raspberry Pi, you just buy a printed circuit board which doesn’t even come with a power supply or operating system. This tutorial is concerned with getting your Raspberry Pi set up and ready to use.


Projects Jul 15, 2015 by Tim Youngblood
Special Cases in Nodal Analysis

Special Cases in Nodal Analysis

This article describes certain special cases when performing nodal analysis.


Mesh Analysis and Dependent Sources

Mesh Analysis and Dependent Sources

This article describes the technical aspects of Performing Mesh analysis with Dependent Sources.


Interfaces for Computer-Controlled Test Systems

Interfaces for Computer-Controlled Test Systems

A short introduction to some of the more popular interfaces used to connect test instruments to computers.


USB-C Set to Change Course of Technology

USB-C Set to Change Course of Technology

Built on the USB 3.1 spec and much smaller than a standard USB-A connector, USB-C can provide enough power to charge a laptop, enough bandwidth to carry a display signal, and fast enough data speeds for almost any normal user.


News Jun 03, 2015 by Tim Youngblood
Intel Unveils Thunderbolt 3

Intel Unveils Thunderbolt 3

Intel® unveils Thunderbolt™ 3, the fastest, most versatile connection to any dock, display, or peripheral device – including billions of USB devices.


News Jun 03, 2015 by Jennifer A. Diffley