Tracking an infrared light source is not as difficult as you might think; a 14-pin PICAXE, a stepper motor with a driver IC, three phototransistors, and a few…
Tracking an infrared light source is not as difficult as you might think; a 14-pin PICAXE, a stepper motor with a driver IC, three phototransistors, and a few other components will do the trick.
A PICAXE 08M2 can be used to read the amount of IR (infrared) light falling on a phototransistor and respond by moving a…
A PICAXE 08M2 can be used to read the amount of IR (infrared) light falling on a phototransistor and respond by moving a servo to a predetermined position.
Learn how to build your own sous-vide machine. Say goodbye to overcooked steak!
Learn how to build your own sous-vide machine. Say goodbye to overcooked steak!
Learn about the important characteristics, benefits, and applications of differential signaling, as well as the proper…
Learn about the important characteristics, benefits, and applications of differential signaling, as well as the proper layout techniques for differential signals.
We’ll discuss some important layout and manufacturing concepts as we look at the PCB for the Robot Control Board.
We’ll discuss some important layout and manufacturing concepts as we look at the PCB for the Robot Control Board.
Tutorial on designing a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) circuit with the ability to measure 9-axis motion, humidity, and temperature.
Tutorial on designing a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) circuit with the ability to measure 9-axis motion, humidity, and temperature.
We’ll continue our discussion of the C-BISCUIT demo bot by looking at portions of the RCB schematic that weren’t…
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.
In this article we’ll take a close look at two sections of the custom-designed control board for the C-BISCUIT demo bot.
In this article we’ll take a close look at two sections of the custom-designed control board for the C-BISCUIT demo bot.
Use an Arduino/Genuino 101 with iAQ-Core air quality and HIH-6131 temperature/humidity sensors to make an Indoor Air…
Use an Arduino/Genuino 101 with iAQ-Core air quality and HIH-6131 temperature/humidity sensors to make an Indoor Air Quality Monitor with Bluetooth low energy (BLE) connectivity.
The C-BISCUIT saga continues as we combine the various system components into a demo bot.
The C-BISCUIT saga continues as we combine the various system components into a demo bot.
When inspecting electronic circuits, most measurements are displayed visually. This tool provides audible feedback to…
When inspecting electronic circuits, most measurements are displayed visually. This tool provides audible feedback to augment your analyses.
A tipping bucket rain gauge is a clever way to measure rainfall. Learn how to add wireless capability, a PICAXE…
A tipping bucket rain gauge is a clever way to measure rainfall. Learn how to add wireless capability, a PICAXE microcontroller, and an LCD display to your weather station.
This article will provide a brief overview of the capabilities and advantages of using Scheme-It when starting a new…
This article will provide a brief overview of the capabilities and advantages of using Scheme-It when starting a new project, especially when working with a group.
This technical brief discusses thermal design techniques for IC packages—such as QFN, DFN, and MLP—that incorporate…
This technical brief discusses thermal design techniques for IC packages—such as QFN, DFN, and MLP—that incorporate an exposed thermal pad.
Start to get acquainted with the new D2000 microcontroller development board by exploring the GPIO and PWM.
Start to get acquainted with the new D2000 microcontroller development board by exploring the GPIO and PWM.
All you need to know about LED arrays. If you want to learn about them, drive one using an Arduino, or build them, this…
All you need to know about LED arrays. If you want to learn about them, drive one using an Arduino, or build them, this is the place to start.
This article explains how Arduino works from an electronic design perspective. It also explains the role of every part of…
This article explains how Arduino works from an electronic design perspective. It also explains the role of every part of the Arduino.
Learn how to make your own DIY printed circuit board (PCB) tank, step by step.
Learn how to make your own DIY printed circuit board (PCB) tank, step by step.
In this project, you'll learn how to build a 4-bit binary counter using a 5x7 LED matrix for data count value…
In this project, you'll learn how to build a 4-bit binary counter using a 5x7 LED matrix for data count value visualization. The project will use a combination of standard electronic and surface mount components.
In spite of their convenience, the cost of solder paste stencils has prevented many hobbyists from using them. But the…
In spite of their convenience, the cost of solder paste stencils has prevented many hobbyists from using them. But the use of polyimide film has brought the prices within reach... if you know how and where to get them.
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