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Build a Thermocouple Amplifier and Custom KiCad Libraries

Build a Thermocouple Amplifier and Custom KiCad Libraries

Building on skills developed in the introductory KiCad tutorial, this article will focus on creating custom parts and adding them to a local library, expanding the default libraries to include community repositories, and contributing parts back into the open source ecosystem. The end product will be a MAX31855 K-type thermocouple amplifier which can be used for a huge array of temperature sensing projects.


Projects Aug 10, 2015 by Patrick Lloyd
Fundamentals Of Quantum Computing

Fundamentals Of Quantum Computing

This article walks through the very basics of quantum computing and how they are designed. It will also provide accurate information about the principles behind quantum theory that helps quantum computing work. The objective is to help you understand this new age technology and its benefits.


Transformer Isolation

Transformer Isolation

An in-depth look at transformer isolation. Electrical isolation is necessary to protect circuits, equipment, and people from shocks and short circuits, as well as to make accurate measurements. Isolation transformers are one way to go.


Introduction to KiCad on Ubuntu

Introduction to KiCad on Ubuntu

Learn how to install the new and improved KiCad on Ubuntu 15.04 and then build a simple microcontroller board to blink an RGB LED.


How to Use Relays to Control High-Voltage Circuits with an Arduino

How to Use Relays to Control High-Voltage Circuits with an Arduino

To control high-voltage or high-power circuits with an Arduino, you have to isolate them from the Arduino with a relay. Here's how!


Use an Arduino to Control a Motor

Use an Arduino to Control a Motor

Controlling a motor with an Arduino is relatively easy. In addition to simply spinning the motor, you can control the position of the motor shaft if the motor has a rotary encoder.


Projects Jun 03, 2015 by Tim Youngblood
Communicating Serially with the Arduino

Communicating Serially with the Arduino

Communicating serially with the Arduino is easy! Here, we'll show how to take some temperature measurements and then send the measurements over the serial link.


Projects Jun 01, 2015 by Tim Youngblood