The Bus Pirate is a very popular open-source hardware and protocol debugging tool among the electronics community. Dangerous Prototypes, the developer of the Bus Pirate, has announced the launch of the latest version of it. The latest version, Bus Pirate 5, is built around the RP2040 microcontroller from the Raspberry Pi foundation. It also features a color LCD…
In the United Kingdom, a significant advancement in military technology has been achieved with the successful testing of the DragonFire, a laser directed-energy weapon (LDEW) system. This system, notable for its high precision and cost-effectiveness, marks a notable step forward in the UK's defence capabilities. This technology, which can inflict damage at the speed…
Last year WCH launched the CH32V series RISCV microcontroller series. The main selling point for those was their price which started around 10 cents and onwards. The series ranged from the CH32V003, AKA the “10 cents microcontroller” with 2KB SRAM and 16KB flash to the CH32V307 with 64KB of SRAM and 256KB flash. So far, to program them the users have to rely on…
Debugging a circuit on a hardware level is always challenging, especially when coding is involved. It would always make the debugging easier if there were a way to monitor the MCU live. Are you looking for such a solution, without adding expense to your existing design? Worry not, the maker Charles Giguere got your back. Charles has designed a tool which aims to make…
Ryan Walker from Interrupt Labs, in collaboration with Protectli, has developed a new open-source uninterruptible power supply (UPS). This UPS, which operates on 12 18650 batteries, aims to provide a reliable power source for DC-powered devices during outages. Its open-source nature is a key feature, with the design and firmware available under a liberal open-source…
Joe Scotto, a renowned creator of open-hardware keyboards, has recently introduced his newest creation, a striking ortholinear keyboard named the Scotto108. This unique keyboard features a 108-key full sized ortholinear layout and a large 7u spacebar and 4 maco keys above the number pad, making it a compact design. Perfect as a Christmas present for his parents,…
A youtuber named Suresh recently unveiled an innovative project, a Bluetooth-controlled rover robot designed to mimic an excavator's functionalities. This ambitious creation combines a 6-degree-of-freedom (6DOF) robot arm powered by six MG996R servo motors with a YP100 tank chassis kit. The robot's capabilities extend to independently controlling both the intricate arm and the tracked chassis…
Maker Jamie Matthews has recently created a new supercapacitor-powered speaker that significantly enhances charging speed and playtime duration. This speaker charges remarkably fast, achieving a full charge within seconds, and offers a minimum of six hours of continuous playtime without the need for solar power. This efficiency is credited to the use of a TPA2013D1…
In a dazzling display of innovation, the mixture of AI and robotics has birthed a remarkable creation: a hand gesture-controlled robot. Crafted by a tech enthusiast in a captivating DIY video, this robot embarked on a journey from conceptualization to reality through amazing design and assembly. The video chronicles the meticulous process undertaken by the creator, beginning with the design…
Maxlab has recently unveiled the Tokay Lite, an AI camera that is both battery-powered and operates without requiring any coding skills. This innovative device is built on the ESP32-S3 WiSoC, which integrates WiFi and Bluetooth capabilities. It's designed for use in various applications, including computer vision tasks like facial recognition and robotics. The camera's user-friendly nature is…
After months of dedicated design and testing, youtuber “Works by Design” tried to create a vertical-flying ornithopter, a feat seldom attempted in aviation history. The project aimed to devise an aircraft inspired by hummingbirds, utilizing flapping wings, mini-thrusters, and an air motor rotating at an astounding 16,000 times per minute. Contrary to existing…
The Haptic Vision Assist, by Colonel Panic, a DIY project designed to aid visually impaired individuals in navigating their environment. The device employs micro-controllers, infrared lasers, and haptic feedback mechanisms. This tool is developed to assist in navigating environments where obstacle detection and avoidance are crucial. The core of the device is built…
