In this project article, we'll use a 555 timer IC to build an iconic musical instrument from the early days of synthesizers.
In this project article, we'll use a 555 timer IC to build an iconic musical instrument from the early days of synthesizers.
For this project, I built a handheld resistor color code calculator and ohmmeter using the ATmega328 microcontroller and…
For this project, I built a handheld resistor color code calculator and ohmmeter using the ATmega328 microcontroller and a 1.8-inch color LCD display.
In this Radio Shack Classic Circuits Remix, we add modern microcontroller functionality to the vintage Electronic Timer…
In this Radio Shack Classic Circuits Remix, we add modern microcontroller functionality to the vintage Electronic Timer project for the Science Fair 65-in-1 kit.
This project covers two fascinating and useful circuit design techniques—the Burton Transform and Dualling—that allow…
This project covers two fascinating and useful circuit design techniques—the Burton Transform and Dualling—that allow us to transform a passive network into an active network while building an audio noise filter.
Design a wideband analog multimeter to measure AC voltages and currents from 20 Hz to 1 MHz with a selectable sensitivity…
Design a wideband analog multimeter to measure AC voltages and currents from 20 Hz to 1 MHz with a selectable sensitivity from 1 mV to 100 V, while the ammeter has a selectable current sensitivity of 10 mA to 10 A.
This article explains the theory and the construction of the circuit of a 10W practice guitar amplifier.
This article explains the theory and the construction of the circuit of a 10W practice guitar amplifier.
Learn how to build your own Class D power amplifier—one of the most efficient ways to listen to music.
Learn how to build your own Class D power amplifier—one of the most efficient ways to listen to music.
Everyone needs a negative voltage rail eventually, but most only have a single rail supply. This project will show you…
Everyone needs a negative voltage rail eventually, but most only have a single rail supply. This project will show you how to build a negative voltage generator that runs off a single rail supply!
In this project, we'll use a Raspberry Pi to create a responsive piggy bank that belittles you when you slack on your savings!
In this project, we'll use a Raspberry Pi to create a responsive piggy bank that belittles you when you slack on your savings!
In this article, we’ll look at a fairly straightforward circuit that enables a robot or other device to detect sound.
In this article, we’ll look at a fairly straightforward circuit that enables a robot or other device to detect sound.
In this how-to article, we explore the use of I2C EERAM to save critical program variables when power fails and restore…
In this how-to article, we explore the use of I2C EERAM to save critical program variables when power fails and restore them when power returns to easily preserve program continuity.
This project introduces ATmega328P fuse bits and shows how to set them to use an external 16 MHz crystal oscillator.
This project introduces ATmega328P fuse bits and shows how to set them to use an external 16 MHz crystal oscillator.
Nowhere to hide presents this holiday season? No problem! This alarm will sound anytime a loved one tries to get a sneak…
Nowhere to hide presents this holiday season? No problem! This alarm will sound anytime a loved one tries to get a sneak peek at his or her surprise.
This object detection toy will keep your cat's head spinning for hours!
This object detection toy will keep your cat's head spinning for hours!
In part 2 of the LED saber project, we'll assemble the power and audio systems.
In part 2 of the LED saber project, we'll assemble the power and audio systems.
Use an Arduino/Genuino 101 with iAQ-Core air quality and HIH-6131 temperature/humidity sensors to make an Indoor Air…
Use an Arduino/Genuino 101 with iAQ-Core air quality and HIH-6131 temperature/humidity sensors to make an Indoor Air Quality Monitor with Bluetooth low energy (BLE) connectivity.
For this article, we are only concerned with one type of sensor that can measure temperature. This sensor is called a thermistor.
For this article, we are only concerned with one type of sensor that can measure temperature. This sensor is called a thermistor.
Build a 1V octave voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) module and create your own analogue synth sounds.
Build a 1V octave voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) module and create your own analogue synth sounds.
Combine the Si4844-A10 analog-tuned radio receiver with an Arduino to make a full-featured multiband radio.
Combine the Si4844-A10 analog-tuned radio receiver with an Arduino to make a full-featured multiband radio.