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Start to get acquainted with the new D2000 microcontroller development board by exploring the GPIO and PWM.

Start to get acquainted with the new D2000 microcontroller development board by exploring the GPIO and PWM.

Today demand for IoT devices is rapidly growing. What are inside of an IoT power strip? Find out in this teardown!

Today demand for IoT devices is rapidly growing. What are inside of an IoT power strip? Find out in this teardown!

This project details the process by which AC-powered speaker sets can typically be converted to battery power. I'll…

This project details the process by which AC-powered speaker sets can typically be converted to battery power. I'll detail my own projects and provide advice for converting almost any set of speakers.

In this project, the reader will learn how to build and program a desktop industrial automation trainer for…

In this project, the reader will learn how to build and program a desktop industrial automation trainer for experimentation in robotics, motor, and process control system concepts on their workbench.

Use DS3231M RTC alarm functions to make programmable, time-based, switches to power devices on and off at precise times.

Use DS3231M RTC alarm functions to make programmable, time-based, switches to power devices on and off at precise times.

In this edition of teardown Tuesday, we'll be examining the Amazon Dash button.

In this edition of teardown Tuesday, we'll be examining the Amazon Dash button.

Soldering surface mount components by hand can be done, but reflow soldering in an oven is much quicker and produces more…

Soldering surface mount components by hand can be done, but reflow soldering in an oven is much quicker and produces more consistent results. Building a microprocessor controlled reflow oven is well within the abilities and budget of many hobbyists.

In the systems where custom sensors are required, it's imperative that the designer quantifies the environmental,…

In the systems where custom sensors are required, it's imperative that the designer quantifies the environmental, mechanical, electrical, and magnetic parameters of the entire system so that a sensor which meets those operating conditions can be selected.

In this continuing series of Building Raspberry Pi Controllers, you'll learn how to build a object detection control…

In this continuing series of Building Raspberry Pi Controllers, you'll learn how to build a object detection control circuit for operating a small DC motor using a photocell.

In this article, we'll build a sound-activated switch that can be opened and closed with a double clap.

In this article, we'll build a sound-activated switch that can be opened and closed with a double clap.

The FRDM-K64F is a development platform which utilises the MK64FN1M0VLL12 microcontroller. This tutorial includes how to…

The FRDM-K64F is a development platform which utilises the MK64FN1M0VLL12 microcontroller. This tutorial includes how to download a simple blinky example onto the FRDM-K64F using the ARM mbed online IDE and KEIL MDK. Details of the GPIO module configuration are included.

Build an Arduino controlled power supply that automatically adjusts the output to maintain a constant voltage or a…

Build an Arduino controlled power supply that automatically adjusts the output to maintain a constant voltage or a constant current.

Here are some great power conversion topologies that can be used as alternatives to the boost converter; they are much…

Here are some great power conversion topologies that can be used as alternatives to the boost converter; they are much less vulnerable to short circuit load conditions.

Learn how to build a variety of electronic controllers using the Raspberry Pi. In part one, you will learn how to wire a…

Learn how to build a variety of electronic controllers using the Raspberry Pi. In part one, you will learn how to wire a basic pushbutton switch and read the status of its electrical contacts using the Python programming language.

This article discusses power conversion topologies that can be used as alternatives to the boost converter that are less…

This article discusses power conversion topologies that can be used as alternatives to the boost converter that are less vulnerable to short circuit load conditions.

Nothing on TV tonight? Control an Arduino with any infrared remote control, including the one you use to command your television.

Nothing on TV tonight? Control an Arduino with any infrared remote control, including the one you use to command your television.

Learn how to put together your own toaster oven controller with a handful of inexpensive, through-hole parts. The…

Learn how to put together your own toaster oven controller with a handful of inexpensive, through-hole parts. The emphasis is on safety, low price, and minimal modification of the toaster oven.

Learn how to use a rotary encoder in an Arduino project. Rotary encoders are electromechanical, electro-optical or…

Learn how to use a rotary encoder in an Arduino project. Rotary encoders are electromechanical, electro-optical or electro-magnetic devices which convert rotational motion into digital or analog information.

The ESP8266 combination microcontroller/Wi-Fi modules can now be programmed using the Arduino IDE. Here's how!

The ESP8266 combination microcontroller/Wi-Fi modules can now be programmed using the Arduino IDE. Here's how!