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Transmission Line Theory: Observing the Reflection Coefficient and Standing Wave

Learn about radio frequency (RF) wave propagation and reflection via transmission lines, equations, and example waveforms.

January 29, 2023 by Dr. Steve Arar

Guide to USB-C Pinout and Features

This introductory article will look at some of the most important features of the USB-C standard.

December 10, 2018 by Dr. Steve Arar

Breadboarding and Programming the ATmega328P & ATtiny45 in Atmel Studio 7

In this project, we'll build circuits for programming two different Atmel microcontrollers and we'll discuss the necessary software setup.

July 12, 2017 by Charles R. Hampton

Build Your Own LED Saber—Assembly and Hilt Construction

In the final installment, we build our light-blade and assemble the electronics into the hilt.

October 21, 2016 by Jeremy Lee

Building an RC Robot Using a Wheelchair Base

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.

July 06, 2016 by Mark Hughes

Build a Desktop Industrial Automation Trainer

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.

April 21, 2016 by Don Wilcher

Learning PLCs on a Budget

Typically, getting started with a PLC can be a costly endeavor, but this project will show how to get started with them on a small budget!

January 18, 2016 by Alex Udanis