Learn about (for lack of a better term) packetization, a technique that facilitates robust data transfer in optical, RF, and long-distance-digital communication systems.
Learn about (for lack of a better term) packetization, a technique that facilitates robust data transfer in optical, RF, and long-distance-digital communication systems.
A PICAXE 08M2 can be used to read the amount of IR (infrared) light falling on a phototransistor and respond by moving a…
A PICAXE 08M2 can be used to read the amount of IR (infrared) light falling on a phototransistor and respond by moving a servo to a predetermined position.
This technical brief discusses characteristics and advantages of low-voltage differential signaling (LVDS).
This technical brief discusses characteristics and advantages of low-voltage differential signaling (LVDS).
This article discusses I-V curves for passive components, voltage sources, and current sources.
This article discusses I-V curves for passive components, voltage sources, and current sources.
Learn about Manchester encoding, a simple and effective way to improve high-speed or wireless digital communication.
Learn about Manchester encoding, a simple and effective way to improve high-speed or wireless digital communication.
This technical brief explains what a CRC is and how you can use it to make your digital communication more robust.
This technical brief explains what a CRC is and how you can use it to make your digital communication more robust.
This technical brief explains some low-level details of the widespread—I might even say ubiquitous—UART communication…
This technical brief explains some low-level details of the widespread—I might even say ubiquitous—UART communication interface.
The motion-activated Santa Cam is sure to catch who is stealing your milk and cookies this holiday season! You can even…
The motion-activated Santa Cam is sure to catch who is stealing your milk and cookies this holiday season! You can even use it for a photo booth this New Year's Eve!
A boost power factor correction (PFC) converter can significantly improve both the power factor and the harmonic distortion.
A boost power factor correction (PFC) converter can significantly improve both the power factor and the harmonic distortion.
In this project we will develop an algorithm for precisely locating a touch event that occurs somewhere on a circular…
In this project we will develop an algorithm for precisely locating a touch event that occurs somewhere on a circular capacitive sensor.
Learn how to build your own sous-vide machine. Say goodbye to overcooked steak!
Learn how to build your own sous-vide machine. Say goodbye to overcooked steak!
This project explores capacitive-touch-sense technology using an evaluation board for an EFM8 Sleepy Bee microcontroller.
This project explores capacitive-touch-sense technology using an evaluation board for an EFM8 Sleepy Bee microcontroller.
A discussion of international electrical quality standards and why basic linear power supplies fail to meet them.
A discussion of international electrical quality standards and why basic linear power supplies fail to meet them.
Makeblock allows young inventors to have early success in electronics through intuitive color-coded connections and an…
Makeblock allows young inventors to have early success in electronics through intuitive color-coded connections and an easy-to-use programming interface.
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 is part 2 of a step-by-step guide to bringing your custom microcontroller design to life.
This is part 2 of a step-by-step guide to bringing your custom microcontroller design to life.
Even a genius like Tesla couldn't escape the market rules of product success: Be first to market, offer good value, and…
Even a genius like Tesla couldn't escape the market rules of product success: Be first to market, offer good value, and best the competition.
In this short project article series, we will implement a simple PID controller using LabVIEW on a hobby DC servo motor…
In this short project article series, we will implement a simple PID controller using LabVIEW on a hobby DC servo motor and the NI myRIO.
Finally, we have everything we need for a functional robot. Let’s put the pieces together and see what the C-BISCUIT…
Finally, we have everything we need for a functional robot. Let’s put the pieces together and see what the C-BISCUIT demo bot can do.
This is Part 1 of a step-by-step guide to bringing custom microcontroller designs to life.
This is Part 1 of a step-by-step guide to bringing custom microcontroller designs to life.
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