Windell Oskay, chief technical officer at Bantam Tools, has introduced the ArtFrame, an artist-centric XY plotter designed for use with traditional materials like brushes, charcoal, and oil sticks. Available in two sizes, the ArtFrame is equipped with a magnetic work surface and stand-alone operation capability, making it suitable for creating physical art from digital designs.
The article describes how the author used Amazon Q Developer to write code for a virtual Commodore 64, starting with a simple BASIC program and then converting it to 6502 assembler for improved performance. The author also shares resources and tips for working with retro computing.
This article presents a solution for efficient data transfer with the Multi-function USB Dongle based on ESP32-S3, highlighting its applications in exporting camera photos, printing files, and sharing videos.
A unique font that converts hexadecimal characters into disassembled Z80 instructions using OpenType features, with a focus on challenges and solutions for handling out-of-order operands and multiple character combinations.
A brief article showcasing a replica of the historic PDP-10 minicomputer running on a modern Raspberry Pi, highlighting the contrast between the two systems' processing power and size
A technique called lock-in thermography can enhance the thermal resolution of even low-cost IR cameras, allowing for more detailed thermal imaging by periodically modulating the heat produced by a device and applying math to the captured images.
The article discusses the concept of using building blocks in hacking projects, focusing on how PCB modules and devboards can be reused as 'building blocks' in multiple projects. It emphasizes the importance of creating modular designs for quicker and easier project development, and mentions various techniques and standards for integrating these modules.
The benefits of standardizing module footprints include using recognizable connectors to enhance interoperability and ease of use. It also touches on the practical aspects of creating building blocks, including the use of pin headers, castellated holes, and adhering to grid layouts for compatibility with breadboards.
Finally, the article highlights the broader impact of building blocks, suggesting they not only streamline development but also foster a collaborative hacker community.
The benefits of standardizing module footprints include using recognizable connectors to enhance interoperability and ease of use. It also touches on the practical aspects of creating building blocks, including the use of pin headers, castellated holes, and adhering to grid layouts for compatibility with breadboards.
Finally, the article highlights the broader impact of building blocks, suggesting they not only streamline development but also foster a collaborative hacker community.
Explore the XIAO Series and its accessories from Seeed Studio, featuring the XIAO nRF52840 Sense board and XIAO ESP32 C3, designed for beginners and hobbyists for easy and quick development in IoT projects.
A Trinket for The Pawn Shop, interacting with an OLED screen and an LED strip, displaying messages and scanning for Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices.
rtl_433 is an open-source program designed to decode radio transmissions from various devices operating on ISM bands. It supports RTL-SDR and SoapySDR and can decode a wide range of sensors, including temperature, humidity, and rain gauges. The software is written in C and is known for its low resource consumption.
