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A robot with 16 legs and a 360-degree camera is developed to operate in challenging environments like sewage pipelines and other confined spaces. This sewer maintenance robot is developed by the Tokyo-based company Tmsuk Corporation. Building upon its predecessor, the SPD1, the SPD-X introduces significant advancements in durability, stability, and functionality.

The new SPD-X, powered…

ArduTV is an upcoming shield designed to make it easy for Arduino users to connect their projects to any HDMI display. By using an AMD Spartan-7 FPGA, it handles all graphics processing on its own, requiring just a single SPI connection from the host board. This design ensures the shield doesn’t take up much of the Arduino’s resources. At launch, it will support VGA resolution (640×480), with…

TRACO Power released The TSR 2N and TSR 3N step-down switching regulators that offer 2A and 3A output, respectively. They come in a compact SIP-3 plastic package, making it a cost-effective solution for consumer electronics to industrial systems.

They are optimized to work in a demanding environment and are capable of operating at full efficiency up to +95°C…

An electronics enthusiast recently shared an impressive project called Tiny Battle Bots, inspired by the popular BattleBots game show. This creative endeavor combines 3D printing and custom PCB design to produce compact, soccer-playing robots. At the heart of the project is the ESP8266 microcontroller, which enables wireless control for precise movement and gameplay…

A new solid-state electrolyte aluminum-ion battery is developed by the researchers to tackle the challenges faced in the renewable energy storage system by making it faster, more durable, and more cost-effective compared to the current battery technologies like lithium-ion batteries.

This new study brings in better options for…

UPDATE: It has been confirmed that the new Arduino boards will be manufactured in India by Kaynes Technology, the official EMS partner for Arduino. Additionally, the boards will be available for purchase through authorized Arduino distributors in India. A listing on Robu suggests that shipping will begin in March 2025, with pricing slightly more competitive than…

The ESP32 series of microcontrollers is one of the go-to choices for projects where performance and connectivity are a priority, all while providing a powerful processor and wireless capabilities at an affordable price. These MCUs quickly gained popularity due to their impressive set of features, built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and exceptional price-to-feature ratio. Compared to many traditional…

KYOCERA AVX launched the BP1206 and BP2816 series of compact, thin-film band-pass filters to deliver enhanced RF performance in high-power wireless applications. They are designed for a wide range of applications such as telecommunications, military, aerospace, medical, and consumer electronics.

BP1206 and BP2816 Series come with…

A Reddit user has shared a DIY project using the Raspberry Pi Pico 2W to create a Secure Delivery Box System. This affordable solution offers a way to protect packages left at your doorstep. By integrating a drop bolt lock and connecting the box to a local network, the system enables remote control, ensuring the safety of your packages.

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Decommissioning the nuclear waste from the sites safely has been a big task ever since the first nuclear disaster in history. Many have proposed the idea of robotic technology, which will make the rescue operation fast and less dangerous. Advancements have been made in this field to make the technology more efficient and precise in rescue operations.

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The Odisha Cabinet has approved a customized incentive package of 50% for RIR Power Electronics Limited to establish India’s first Silicon Carbide (SiC) semiconductor manufacturing facility in Bhubaneswar. The facility to be developed at the Electronic Manufacturing Cluster (EMC) Park in Infovalley, involves a total investment of ₹618.60 crore and will be implemented in two phases over two…

In an era where staying connected is paramount, Meshtastic emerges as a groundbreaking solution for those seeking reliable communication beyond traditional networks. This open-source project transforms affordable LoRa (Long Range) radios into a decentralized, off-grid communication platform, ideal for areas lacking dependable infrastructure.

Meshtastic enables communication even on the…

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