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This article demonstrates the creation of an inductive switch cabinet lock that can detect the movement of a conductive…

This article demonstrates the creation of an inductive switch cabinet lock that can detect the movement of a conductive target. The purpose is to create a door that cannot be opened without triggering an alarm.

In this article, we discuss why PCB copper traces should be plated, and we’ll review various plating materials and…

In this article, we discuss why PCB copper traces should be plated, and we’ll review various plating materials and plating methods.

This article presents a custom digital-to-analog-conversion design built around a high-speed DAC from Analog Devices.

This article presents a custom digital-to-analog-conversion design built around a high-speed DAC from Analog Devices.

In this article, we’ll develop and test an algorithm for automatically shutting down a robot in response to a collision…

In this article, we’ll develop and test an algorithm for automatically shutting down a robot in response to a collision (or some other violent event).

In part two of the tachometer/speedometer project, we'll add a keypad and LCD for easier user interaction.

In part two of the tachometer/speedometer project, we'll add a keypad and LCD for easier user interaction.

This article provides detailed information on sampling audio signals and transferring the data to a PC for analysis.

This article provides detailed information on sampling audio signals and transferring the data to a PC for analysis.

In this article, we’ll look at a fairly straightforward circuit that enables a robot or other device to detect sound.

In this article, we’ll look at a fairly straightforward circuit that enables a robot or other device to detect sound.

An accelerometer can be a valuable addition to a robotics project. This article will show you one approach to generating…

An accelerometer can be a valuable addition to a robotics project. This article will show you one approach to generating and analyzing acceleration data.

In this article, we’ll discuss the hardware design for a robotics PCB, and we’ll write firmware for controlling two DC motors.

In this article, we’ll discuss the hardware design for a robotics PCB, and we’ll write firmware for controlling two DC motors.

Bluetooth low energy (BLE) is designed to intermittently transmit information using a limited amount of power. This…

Bluetooth low energy (BLE) is designed to intermittently transmit information using a limited amount of power. This article provides the building blocks that allow you to add BLE to your projects for $5 (plus a one-time purchase of a $15 programmer).

Enter the world of the Internet of Things by building your own IoT notification device.

Enter the world of the Internet of Things by building your own IoT notification device.

In this tutorial, you will learn how to write your first ULP in EAGLE CAD to add a new capability to your CAD tool.

In this tutorial, you will learn how to write your first ULP in EAGLE CAD to add a new capability to your CAD tool.

With all this hot weather this summer, we need to keep our plants well-fed. That's where the Debra 2 Moisture Sensor comes in!

With all this hot weather this summer, we need to keep our plants well-fed. That's where the Debra 2 Moisture Sensor comes in!

This project uses the Alorium Technology XLR8, a Bluetooth LE HID Implementation, and the EasyVR voice recognition module…

This project uses the Alorium Technology XLR8, a Bluetooth LE HID Implementation, and the EasyVR voice recognition module to add voice-activated movements to your next project.

Components such as those in the GiGuard series can help you to protect your circuit from transient events while…

Components such as those in the GiGuard series can help you to protect your circuit from transient events while maintaining high-speed performance.

Reduce the cost of using an Arduino UNO by 50% or more by building your own device with comparable functionality.

Reduce the cost of using an Arduino UNO by 50% or more by building your own device with comparable functionality.

Why install three components when you could use one instead? You can simplify your layout with single-component passive…

Why install three components when you could use one instead? You can simplify your layout with single-component passive filters, such as the MEM1005PP251T from TDK.

Researchers develop a wearable sensor for detecting important analytes in sweat for monitoring dehydration.

Researchers develop a wearable sensor for detecting important analytes in sweat for monitoring dehydration.

It’s time to dive into the world of programmable logic. Use this tutorial to get your FPGA development environment…

It’s time to dive into the world of programmable logic. Use this tutorial to get your FPGA development environment setup and understand the tool set and basic development process.