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The MSP430FR2633 is a low-power microcontroller with multiple GPIOs and capacitive touch pins. This project creates a…

The MSP430FR2633 is a low-power microcontroller with multiple GPIOs and capacitive touch pins. This project creates a circuit that supports a custom capacitive touch panel with LED and haptic feedback.

This is a protoype of a fitness wearable device designed to vibrate when it detects stagnation.

This is a protoype of a fitness wearable device designed to vibrate when it detects stagnation.

In this article, we’ll develop firmware that will serve as the basis for high-precision, high-speed signal generation.

In this article, we’ll develop firmware that will serve as the basis for high-precision, high-speed signal generation.

This article demonstrates the creation of an inductive switch cabinet lock that can detect the movement of a conductive…

This article demonstrates the creation of an inductive switch cabinet lock that can detect the movement of a conductive target. The purpose is to create a door that cannot be opened without triggering an alarm.

In this article, we’ll develop and test an algorithm for automatically shutting down a robot in response to a collision…

In this article, we’ll develop and test an algorithm for automatically shutting down a robot in response to a collision (or some other violent event).

In part two of the tachometer/speedometer project, we'll add a keypad and LCD for easier user interaction.

In part two of the tachometer/speedometer project, we'll add a keypad and LCD for easier user interaction.

This article provides detailed information on sampling audio signals and transferring the data to a PC for analysis.

This article provides detailed information on sampling audio signals and transferring the data to a PC for analysis.

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.

An accelerometer can be a valuable addition to a robotics project. This article will show you one approach to generating…

An accelerometer can be a valuable addition to a robotics project. This article will show you one approach to generating and analyzing acceleration data.

In this article, we’ll discuss the hardware design for a robotics PCB, and we’ll write firmware for controlling two DC motors.

In this article, we’ll discuss the hardware design for a robotics PCB, and we’ll write firmware for controlling two DC motors.

Bluetooth low energy (BLE) is designed to intermittently transmit information using a limited amount of power. This…

Bluetooth low energy (BLE) is designed to intermittently transmit information using a limited amount of power. This article provides the building blocks that allow you to add BLE to your projects for $5 (plus a one-time purchase of a $15 programmer).

Enter the world of the Internet of Things by building your own IoT notification device.

Enter the world of the Internet of Things by building your own IoT notification device.

With all this hot weather this summer, we need to keep our plants well-fed. That's where the Debra 2 Moisture Sensor comes in!

With all this hot weather this summer, we need to keep our plants well-fed. That's where the Debra 2 Moisture Sensor comes in!

This project uses the Alorium Technology XLR8, a Bluetooth LE HID Implementation, and the EasyVR voice recognition module…

This project uses the Alorium Technology XLR8, a Bluetooth LE HID Implementation, and the EasyVR voice recognition module to add voice-activated movements to your next project.

Reduce the cost of using an Arduino UNO by 50% or more by building your own device with comparable functionality.

Reduce the cost of using an Arduino UNO by 50% or more by building your own device with comparable functionality.

The best way to solder surface mount devices (SMDs) onto printed circuit boards (PCBs) is with a reflow oven, but when…

The best way to solder surface mount devices (SMDs) onto printed circuit boards (PCBs) is with a reflow oven, but when that's not possible, a hot-air station can be successfully used.

Learn about SKD v2.0.0 and how flashing your ESP-01's firmware just got easier.

Learn about SKD v2.0.0 and how flashing your ESP-01's firmware just got easier.

No more waiting around for the groundhog. The Punxsutawney 5000 is here to keep you inside until springtime arrives!

No more waiting around for the groundhog. The Punxsutawney 5000 is here to keep you inside until springtime arrives!

Detecting, decoding, and displaying IR (Infrared) signal data is interesting, but using those signals to control stuff is…

Detecting, decoding, and displaying IR (Infrared) signal data is interesting, but using those signals to control stuff is more interesting . . . and sometimes useful. Read on to learn how.