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Undergirding many emerging Internet of Things (IoT) wireless networking protocols are two fundamental architectures: star…

Undergirding many emerging Internet of Things (IoT) wireless networking protocols are two fundamental architectures: star and mesh networking.

Will Wi-Fi 7 be a revolution or just an evolution in wireless Internet access? This article examines some of the new…

Will Wi-Fi 7 be a revolution or just an evolution in wireless Internet access? This article examines some of the new features and capabilities in the next iteration of the 802.11 standard.

In this article, learn about zero-g offset and zero-g bias level, how it pertains to capacitive MEMS accelerometers, as…

In this article, learn about zero-g offset and zero-g bias level, how it pertains to capacitive MEMS accelerometers, as well as accelerometer offset calibration to trim out offset error.

Learn about a subsection of machine learning (ML) called Tiny Machine Learning (TinyML), what it is, its applications,…

Learn about a subsection of machine learning (ML) called Tiny Machine Learning (TinyML), what it is, its applications, hardware and software requirements, and its benefits.

Measuring the minuscule resistance changes in resistive sensors can be a daunting task. Here are two hardware methods to…

Measuring the minuscule resistance changes in resistive sensors can be a daunting task. Here are two hardware methods to eliminate bridge non-linearity errors.

Children’s toys aren’t just for children. Inside every toy, there are hundreds of hours of engineering experience…

Children’s toys aren’t just for children. Inside every toy, there are hundreds of hours of engineering experience just waiting to be discovered.

Learn how to use a Microchip module to prototype digital input and digital control peripherals.

Learn how to use a Microchip module to prototype digital input and digital control peripherals.

Learn about the RN487x family of Bluetooth modules and how to configure them for your low-power peripheral projects.

Learn about the RN487x family of Bluetooth modules and how to configure them for your low-power peripheral projects.

Why should engineers care about hardware security? Because they can help prevent vulnerabilities through design!

Why should engineers care about hardware security? Because they can help prevent vulnerabilities through design!

Researchers at Northwestern University Center for Bio-Integrated Electronics are championing the development of sweat…

Researchers at Northwestern University Center for Bio-Integrated Electronics are championing the development of sweat biosensors with their latest glucose and lactate sensors.

MCU datasheets sometimes present an overwhelming abundance of facts, figures, and specs. This practical, step-by-step…

MCU datasheets sometimes present an overwhelming abundance of facts, figures, and specs. This practical, step-by-step guide will help you to identify and extract the information that you need.

In this article we’ll look at the defining characteristics of these extremely popular ICs, and then we’ll explore the…

In this article we’ll look at the defining characteristics of these extremely popular ICs, and then we’ll explore the internal architecture.

For most, the name "Father Christmas" conjures images of toys and gadgets. But for this gentleman maker, the name brings…

For most, the name "Father Christmas" conjures images of toys and gadgets. But for this gentleman maker, the name brings misery. Be sure to stockpile your Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and Particle Photons; it's time to catch Saint Nick red-handed.

Want to get to-the-minute, location-specific weather information delivered right to your own Adafruit IO dashboard? It's…

Want to get to-the-minute, location-specific weather information delivered right to your own Adafruit IO dashboard? It's time to assemble your very own SmartBrella.

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

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

Have a party coming up in the next few weeks that you want to make extra posh? Try making your own extra-special brew…

Have a party coming up in the next few weeks that you want to make extra posh? Try making your own extra-special brew with the Gentleman Maker's SmartBrewer! Make sure you have an Adafruit IO account ready to go and your Particle Photon on hand.

In this episode of the Gentleman Maker, we're using a Raspberry Pi and an Arduino Uno to stave off the onslaught of dogs…

In this episode of the Gentleman Maker, we're using a Raspberry Pi and an Arduino Uno to stave off the onslaught of dogs trying to eat every single plant in our garden.

Could you concisely define "embedded system design" off the top of your head? This article looks at the essential…

Could you concisely define "embedded system design" off the top of your head? This article looks at the essential characteristics of an increasingly prominent specialization within the field of electrical engineering.

In this episode of the Gentleman Maker, we'll use a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B, an Arduino Nano, and an Arduino Uno to create…

In this episode of the Gentleman Maker, we'll use a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B, an Arduino Nano, and an Arduino Uno to create a handy system to rid ourselves of overly-colorful fashion choices.