You can improve performance in motor-control applications by using brushless DC motors and handy driver ICs such as the BU69090NUX.
April 28, 2017 by Robert Keim
This article is a deeper dive into the speed-related recovery characteristics of rectifiers, and how this dynamic behavior has significant effects on the circuits in which the rectifier is placed.
April 21, 2017 by Lonne Mays
The ADGM1004 MEMS switch from Analog Devices is a high-performance solution for both low-frequency and high-frequency applications.
March 02, 2017 by Robert Keim
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.
February 22, 2017 by Charles R. Hampton
This technical brief explains the physical characteristics and the benefits of microphones based on MEMS technology.
February 14, 2017 by Robert Keim
The Beaglebone Treat-Feeder is the prototype for a great pet-feeding device! Keep track of your pet's diet while you stuff your face!
January 30, 2017 by Ryan Jones
Need to ventilate a room? This article will show you how I made a relay-operated, GPS-timed fan to vent out the moist air in my boat's cabin. It is controlled with a PIC16F628A and has an LCD.
January 11, 2017 by Jens Christoffersen
Learn how to build your own sous-vide machine. Say goodbye to overcooked steak!
December 13, 2016 by Cezar Chirila
Makeblock allows young inventors to have early success in electronics through intuitive color-coded connections and an easy-to-use programming interface.
December 06, 2016 by Mark Hughes
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.
November 29, 2016 by Mark Narvidas
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.
November 28, 2016 by Robert Keim
The Zambroombi is the next step up from your neighbor's fancy Roomba. Set it and forget it!
November 21, 2016 by Ryan Jones
This object detection toy will keep your cat's head spinning for hours!
November 07, 2016 by Ryan Jones
We’ll discuss some important layout and manufacturing concepts as we look at the PCB for the Robot Control Board.
October 25, 2016 by Robert Keim
With the help of some solenoids, the Dancing Ghostbusters Toaster really topped off my Halloween costume this year!
October 24, 2016 by Ryan Jones
This technical brief will explore some fundamental details related to solenoid operation and implementation.
October 13, 2016 by Robert Keim
We’ll continue our discussion of the C-BISCUIT demo bot by looking at portions of the RCB schematic that weren’t covered in the previous article.
October 07, 2016 by Robert Keim
The 3D Magnetic 2GO kit is a development kit for the TLV493D from Infineon that can detect magnetic field strength in x, y, and z directions.
September 30, 2016 by Mark Hughes
In part one of this instrumentation and control (I & C) series, we'll go over the fundamental terminology and concepts used when working with industrial plants.
September 28, 2016 by César Castillo
The Crop Duster Buster is sure to keep your pet's toot smell away!
September 26, 2016 by Ryan Jones
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