In this article, we are going to learn some basics about RFID technology and use an Arduino MEGA to a play around with a popular RFID module, the ID12LA.
In this article, we are going to learn some basics about RFID technology and use an Arduino MEGA to a play around with a popular RFID module, the ID12LA.
The Sabertooth 2x32 motor controller can be used to create a robust drive platform for your next robotic endeavour. This…
The Sabertooth 2x32 motor controller can be used to create a robust drive platform for your next robotic endeavour. This article uses an Arduino Uno to communicate with the Sabertooth 2x32 controller.
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!
Gloveone is a virtual reality company that is using gloves instead of the traditional headset to allow users to touch and…
Gloveone is a virtual reality company that is using gloves instead of the traditional headset to allow users to touch and feel virtual objects.
This two-part project will begin by showing you how to create a robot base from a used electric wheelchair. Part 1…
This two-part project will begin by showing you how to create a robot base from a used electric wheelchair. Part 1 creates a simple robot platform for use with remote control. Part 2 will develop a platform for use with and Arduino.
TV remotes have been around for nearly 50 years. In this Teardown Tuesday, we are going to take a look at the insides of…
TV remotes have been around for nearly 50 years. In this Teardown Tuesday, we are going to take a look at the insides of a few remotes!
Learn about three smart home platforms available that allow mobile home control with varying degrees of customization.
Learn about three smart home platforms available that allow mobile home control with varying degrees of customization.
Microchip emerges as the first to release next-generation Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices by unveiling the RN4870 and RN4871.
Microchip emerges as the first to release next-generation Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices by unveiling the RN4870 and RN4871.
Every year, researchers at IBM explore ideas and innovations that will change the way we live within the next five years.…
Every year, researchers at IBM explore ideas and innovations that will change the way we live within the next five years. Here's a look at this year's 5 in 5.
Harvesting energy from non-conventional sources has received an increased interest as designers look for alternative…
Harvesting energy from non-conventional sources has received an increased interest as designers look for alternative power sources. Even though the power is usually harvested in small amounts, it is adequate for various low-power applications.
AAC interviews Alexander Murawski, CEO and founder of Noa Labs.
AAC interviews Alexander Murawski, CEO and founder of Noa Labs.
In this Teardown Tuesday, we are going to take a look inside an app-enabled Bluetooth bathroom scale!
In this Teardown Tuesday, we are going to take a look inside an app-enabled Bluetooth bathroom scale!
Google is putting their own spin on virtual reality. At this year's I/O conference, Google revealed how Daydream will…
Google is putting their own spin on virtual reality. At this year's I/O conference, Google revealed how Daydream will stand apart in the VR sphere.
Google ATAP is bringing touchless interface to your smartwatch— and maybe everywhere else, too. This is Project Soli.
Google ATAP is bringing touchless interface to your smartwatch— and maybe everywhere else, too. This is Project Soli.
Learn how to build a system that can turn DC loads on and off using a mobile application. You'll also learn how to…
Learn how to build a system that can turn DC loads on and off using a mobile application. You'll also learn how to perform this task via immediate actions or via timers set in advance.
Once a luxury item, they are now commonplace. Wireless mice are pretty popular, but what's in them?
Once a luxury item, they are now commonplace. Wireless mice are pretty popular, but what's in them?
Every year, African engineers are developing projects that improve the quality of life for urban and rural people alike.…
Every year, African engineers are developing projects that improve the quality of life for urban and rural people alike. Here are some of 2016’s highlights from the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation program.
Now that we've got the Wandboard up and running, it's time to set up some tools to help us check in on our growing robot's status.
Now that we've got the Wandboard up and running, it's time to set up some tools to help us check in on our growing robot's status.
Engineers at the University of California San Diego are developing a wearable, Bluetooth-enabled sensor patch that can…
Engineers at the University of California San Diego are developing a wearable, Bluetooth-enabled sensor patch that can track electrical signals as well as biochemical signals: the Chem-Phys patch.
Bluetooth trackers are a new emerging market. This Teardown Tuesday is going to be a little different, we're going to…
Bluetooth trackers are a new emerging market. This Teardown Tuesday is going to be a little different, we're going to look at the insides of 3 different trackers.