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Valtrack V4, A Low-Power 4G LTE GPS Vehicle Tracker Valtrack V4 by Valetron Systems is a GPS vehicle tracking device designed for 4G-LTE CAT1 networks with global band support. The device is built around the Espressif ESP32-C3FH4 RISC-V chipset. It helps log routes, track locations in real-time, and prevent theft through an onboard LIS3DH 12-bit, 3-axis accelerometer motion sensor. It connects directly to a vehicle’s 12 V lead-acid… |
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DIY 3D-Printed RC Car Hits 48 kmph with Custom ESP32 Electronics Lizard is a remote-controlled race car project published by TRDB. It’s all 3D printed components minus the wheels and powered by a custom electronics system based on the ESP32 microcontroller. Designed to be customizable, the Lizard features a rear-wheel drive system with open differential, independent suspension, and double Cardan joints. The drivetrain and chassis are printed using PETG… |
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DIY SpaceMouse : The Perfect Tool for 3D Modeling In 3D modeling, precise and fluid navigation around a digital object is essential. Even though there are plenty of commercial solutions available, none of them are pocket-friendly. That's where a DIY solution can shine without making a hole in your pocket. In a recent video, the YouTube channel Just Make It showcases a custom-built SpaceMouse that replicates the functionality of commercial 3D… |
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Fusion Chime Vision, A Collaborative ESP32 Powered Smart Doorbell System Distinguished from traditional doorbells, Fusion Chime Vision features a built-in 2.4-inch color display that can present greetings, images, or alerts. You can customize almost everything and find creative ways to make it work with your smart home ecosystem. It’s a doorbell that does more than just ring. It allows seamless visitor interaction with a two-way connection and real-time video… |
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3D-Printed Hovercraft Glides Over Land and Water A maker has designed an impressive DIY hovercraft that can glide over water, grass, and hard surfaces using a powerful air-cushion system. The body is made from four modular parts, 3D printed to fit standard printer sizes, with strong mounting points and precision bearings for smooth mechanical movement. The hovercraft uses two motors, one for lift and one for forward thrust. A 5-inch… |
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A DIY Bottle Labeler Automated with Arduino Labeling bottles manually takes a good chunk of time and effort. Addressing this, the YouTube channel Easy Home Made Projects has developed a DIY automatic labeling machine using an Arduino Nano, a smart solution to speed up labeling on cylindrical bottles. The project includes 3D-printed parts, wooden supports, and a repurposed mini conveyor belt. The working combines stepper motors,… |
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Robot Kickboxing Is Real Now, China Just Held the First Match The first-ever humanoid robot kickboxing competition just took place as a part of the China Media Group (CMG) World Robot Competition - Mecha Fighting Series. It featured four G1 robots developed by Hangzhou-based Unitree Robotics. It was a memorable moment for humanoid robot tech. The robots performed a pre-planned kickboxing bout operated by teams of human trainers using joysticks. … |
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Another Take on DIY ESP32 Drone, Now with Popsicle Sticks We’ve seen multiple DIY drone projects over the years, each bringing something unique to the table. At CircuitDigest, we even built our own version of a Wi-Fi controlled drone using the ESP32, which later evolved into LiteWing—an open-source drone development platform aimed at makers and researchers. Continuing in this spirit of accessible drone building, Vishal Sharma from the YouTube channel… |
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Junk Hoverboard to DIY Electric Ride on One Wheel A combination of an old hoverboard, a go-kart tire, and some clever engineering apparently gets you a functional one-wheel electric ride that rides like a snowboard both on and off the road. A DIY creator from the YouTube channel Well Done Tips took what he believes to be one of the most useless electric rides ever made and transformed it into a surprisingly cool custom one-wheel electric… |
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DigiKey Introduces Digital Technology Portals to Drive Education and Innovation in APAC Region THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minnesota, USA — DigiKey, a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, introduces dedicated Application & Technology Portals in the APAC region. The portals are localized online resources designed to empower engineers and innovators with technology-specific resources… |
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DIY Rocket Guidance System That Actually Works If you have ever watched a rocket launch and wondered how it stays steady during its fast ascent, you are not alone. Rocket flying is not just about power, it is about control and precision. That is exactly what ‘BPS.space’ focused on their latest project. Before this project, the team worked on a few other rocket designs that helped them learn a lot about what works, and what doesn’t.… |
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Turn a Toy Tank into a DIY Autonomous Rover with Arduino If you have ever wondered what could be done with a simple RC toy, YouTuber ‘Basement Creations’ has transformed the toy into a fully functional autonomous rover, complete with GPS navigation and telemetry. The base of the project is a toy modeled after the real-life Ripsaw vehicle, known for its unique double differential steering system. Powered by an Arduino board and motor driver,… |
