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Zoborg: Cyborg Darkling Beetles with Elytra and Pronotum Implants Researchers, with support from The University of Queensland and other institutions, developed Zoborg, a living darkling beetle that was turned into a cyborg using an electronic wireless backpack mounted on its body. The backpack is tiny (15.8 mm x 5.8 mm, weighing 160 mg) and includes an ATtiny85V microcontroller and an infrared receiver. Electrodes are implanted in the elytra (hard covers on… |
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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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SiTime Launches SiT30100 MEMS Clock Generator with Temperature Sensor for Mobile and IoT Devices SiTime Corporation, a company focused on precision timing tech, has just introduced the Symphonic SiT30100, a compact clock generator designed for mobile and IoT devices like smartphones, tablets, laptops, and asset trackers. What makes this chip different is it combines the functionality of 4 of such timing devices into one small… |
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How to Build a Smart Helmet using Arduino? In this project, we’re making an ordinary two-wheeler helmet smart using an RF Transmitter & Receiver. The best part: this Arduino-based smart helmet is simple to build and does not require advanced engineering knowledge or complex components. Smart Helmet using Arduino - Quick OverviewBuild Time: 6-8 hours | Cost: $40-60 | Difficulty:… |
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DIY Gesture Control Drone using Python with LiteWing and ESP32 A few years ago, building a drone was expensive and out of reach for most hobbyists and students. But today, DIY drones have become more accessible and affordable. With the LiteWing Drone—a compact, open-source drone powered by the ESP32—you can build and fly your own drone for under $50. It's beginner-friendly, ready to fly out of the box, and can be controlled via… |
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DigiKey Adds Nearly 100,000 NPIs and More Than 100 New Suppliers in First Quarter of 2025 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, is proud to announce the expansion of its extensive product selection in Q1 2025. This includes the addition of 104 new suppliers and 98,320 innovative new product… |
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ESP32 Air Mouse using Bluetooth and MPU6050 Gesture control is one of the coolest ways to interact with technology—no buttons, no touchscreens, just simple hand movements. It almost feels like magic when you can control devices with a wave of your hand! This technology has a wide range of real-world applications, from flying drones and controlling robots to managing smart home… |
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How to use nRF24L01 module with Arduino? If you're looking to add wireless communication to your project, the Arduino nRF24L01 module combo is one of the most reliable and cost-effective solutions available. Whether you're building a DIY spy bug, a long-range walkie-talkie, or just want to control stuff wirelessly, the Arduino nRF24L01 setup gives you the flexibility to send and receive data wirelessly over long distances using the 2… |
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Tiny Self-Dissolving Pacemaker Powered by Galvanic Cell Researchers at Northwestern University have developed an ultra-small, dissolvable pacemaker that can be injected into the body and controlled wirelessly. This tiny pacemaker is a much-needed upgrade for newborns with heart conditions, offering a solution that’s small enough to fit their tiny bodies. One of its biggest advantages is that it dissolves on its own once it’s no longer needed,… |
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PowerTortoise IoT: An ESP32 Sensor Board That Runs for Years on AA Batteries Rednexing, a North Carolina based startup, is preparing to launch a Crowd Supply campaign for PowerTortoise IoT, an ESP32-based development board designed for ultra-low-power operation. Built to run on standard AA batteries for up to eight years, this device is perfect for monitoring temperature and humidity in hard-to-reach areas like attics, crawlspaces, and storage spaces where wired… |
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ESPARGOS: An ESP32-Based WiFi Sensing Array That Can “See” Wireless Signals Researchers at the University of Stuttgart’s Institute of Telecommunications have developed ESPARGOS, an advanced phase-coherent ESP32 antenna array that enables real-time WiFi sensing. Unlike traditional wireless systems, ESPARGOS captures Channel State Information (CSI) from 802.11g/n packets, extracting phase and amplitude variations across multiple antennas to generate a spatial… |
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Whisker: An Open-Source Alternative to Flipper Zero for Hacking and Prototyping Since the launch of Flipper Zero, hacking and pen testing tools have gained a lot of attention. Devices like Flipper Zero, HackRF, M1 Multitool, HackBat, Bleshark, and RF-Clown have shown how accessible and useful these tools can be. Now, DevKitty is introducing Whisker, a cat-themed open-source hacking console. Whisker is designed to explore wireless networks, test USB security, and quickly… |
