Case Study in Optimization: Faster SPI on AVRs
The Arduino Library provides functions like shiftOut() and digitalWrite(). These functions are simple and effective, but they are slow. Of course, they’re doing a lot more than …
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Vintage Turntable Repaired with Arduino (via pitface123)
element14 is running a Design Challenge called Enchanted Objects. The idea is to add magic, or modern technology, into older objects, enchanting them. How could you turn an …
Read MoreSleep Infographic Using Raspberry Pi and Fitbit API
The Fitbit API allows you to get data from a Fitbit and use it in your own applications. Paul wrote a Python script which runs on his Raspberry Pi which extracts the data. Then we …
Read MoreCheck-out these seven new features in the Arduino 1.6 release
The (official) Arduino team has finally released the 1.6 version of the Arduino software. After being in the making for over 2 years, this release is an exciting one! 1.6 marks the …
Read MoreArduino Compiler for LabVIEW
Aledyne-TSXperts, a National Instruments Alliance Partner, has released an Arduino compiler for NI’s LabVIEW. Now it is possible to build a VI and download it into your Arduino. …
Read MoreVideo Review of NI's VirtualBench
National Instruments changed the world of instrumentation when it released the VirtualBench. For about $2000 (USD), they give you a bench’s worth of equipment in a box about the …
Read MoreFive Raspberry Pi Alternatives (via makeuseof)
Not to long ago the only question about embedded boards was: Arduino or Raspberry Pi. Which really breaks the question down to “microcontroller” or “microprocessor.” Once you …
Read MoreAwesome 3D Board (BRD) Viewer for EAGLE
2018-JULY-18 UPDATE: It appears Peter has shut down his rendering tool. It is no longer available. 3D Render of MSO Demo Board Earlier I posted a PCB Checklist of items to …
Read MoreCome See The Baldengineer's Presentation at APEC 2015
Supercapacitors in Transportation Applications at APEC 2015 The Applied Power Electronics Conference 2015 (APEC 2015) celebrates its 25th year in Charlotte, NC. The conference …
Read MoreFunny video from Rockwell Automation on their "Encabulator"
In this Rockwell Automation video you’ll learn all about their latest Encabulator technology. The presenter goes through each piece of the system expertly describing both its name …
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