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Pimoroni Pico Plus 2 W: The Unofficial Raspberry Pi Pico 2W We've Been Waiting For Last month Raspberry Pi launched its new development board Raspberry Pi Pico featuring the all-new RP2350 chip. Even though the Pico 2 came with a ton of upgrades and new features, it lacked one major feature, ie wireless connectivity. Just like the Pico, Pico 2 also lacked any kind of wireless connectivity options such as Bluetooth or WiFi. As we know Pico got the wireless… |
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Sci-Calc: An Opensource, Multifunctional Scientific Calculator using ESP32 Recently, a maker introduced an impressive open-source project called Sci-Calc on Reddit. Sci-Calc goes beyond being just a calculator, combining multiple tools into one compact and sleek device. It functions as a scientific calculator, handheld gaming console, ESP32 development board, and a customizable numpad with mechanical switches—all in a single unit. At its core, the device is… |
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Tiny ESP32-C6 Development Board with Stunning 1.47” Full-Colour Display Waveshare has just introduced the ESP32-C6 1.47inch Display Development Board, adding another impressive board to its lineup. This little powerhouse comes with a 1.47-inch high-resolution display and the advanced ESP32-C6 microcontroller, which features a RISC-V single-core CPU, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.0. With this combination, it’s perfect for a variety of projects, from IoT devices to smart… |
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Castrol Collaborates with MIT Media Lab for Lunar Landing Research Castrol, one of the major players in the oil industry is now collaborating with MIT Media Lab for research on lunar landing. Castrol is not new to the space industry as they have been supplying mission critical lubricants for advanced space missions for more than 65 years and even a part of NASA’s Mars Perseverance and Curiosity Rover missions. With this collaboration, MIT Media Lab is… |
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AgileWhisker Keyboard: The Ultimate Open-Source Programmable Keyboard with RP2040 KittenBot has launched the AgileWhisker Keyboard, a customizable mechanical keyboard designed for hobbyists, coders, and tech enthusiasts. This compact keyboard is ideal for anyone who wants to adjust their setup for better performance and functionality, thanks to its many programmable features. Some key highlights include the use of an RP2040 microcontroller and support for programming… |
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PCB Coil Design for Electromagnetic Object Movement: Bringing Pallet Town to Life Recently, a Reddit user posted a new project where they created a Playable Pallet Town project , combining creativity and technical skill using a custom PCB and a magnet to bring the town to life. The project features a magnet that moves across 3D-printed buildings, controlled by electromagnetic coils built into the PCB, simulating movement within the scene. Technical BreakdownThe core… |
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LiteWing Lifts Off: Crowdfunding Started for DIY ESP32 Drone The LiteWing ESP32 drone is a compact, feature-rich, and affordable solution for drone enthusiasts and makers alike. Designed with simplicity and accessibility in mind, LiteWing allows even beginners to get into the world of drone building without breaking the bank. Whether you’re looking to build it as a hobby or explore the potential of ESP32 for drone applications, LiteWing provides a… |
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DIY 3D Printable Automatic Agitator to Speed Up PCB Prototyping PCBs are the backbone of every electronic circuitry. PCBs make them compact, easy to build and easy to troubleshoot. Every maker starts with breadboards for initial developments and moves forward with PCBs for faster and more reliable product development. In the past, the best way to make the prototype PCBs was to make them at home. One major reason for relying on a homemade PCB was… |
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Electrohydraulic Muscles Redefine Robotics with Animal-Like Agility In a major leap for robotics, researchers have unveiled a new robot called PELE that uses electrohydraulic artificial muscles to improve its agility and energy efficiency dramatically. This breakthrough could revolutionize how robots operate in tough environments, making them more adaptable and efficient than ever before. Unlike traditional robots that rely on stiff motors and rigid… |
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Lopaka App: A Free Tool for Streamlining Graphics and UI Design for Arduino Projects Lopaka is a robust web-based tool designed to simplify graphics design for embedded systems. Originally gaining attention through a Reddit post, it allows users to create pixel-perfect user interfaces (UIs) for platforms like Arduino, ESP32, and Flipper Zero. This flexibility makes it ideal for both beginners and seasoned developers, as it can be accessed from any device through its intuitive… |
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Tetromino: Tiny Tetris Console Powered by an ATtiny In the past, we have seen many variations of tiny game consoles. Franco Trimboli, aka sunpazed, a maker from Melbourne has shared his own spin on the tiny game console, called Tetromino. As you can guess from the name, it is a tiny Tetris console the size of a keychain. The brain of Tetromino is an ATtiny85 chip from Microchip. For display, sunpazed chooses an easy to find OLED module… |
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Open-Source WiFi SD Card: A Compact Linux System for Wireless File Transfer and Custom Firmware The open-source WiFi SD Card project, led by Lukas Henkel, aims to create a versatile, compact Linux-based system that fits within an SD card form factor. The core of this design is a System-in-Package (SiP) that integrates essential components, including a PMIC (Power Management Integrated Circuit), 4GB LPDDR4x memory, and up to 128GB of storage. By adding just a… |
