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Think-a-Tron 2020

“In 1960, Hasbro unleashed its first personal “computer” to the masses. Called Think-a-Tron, it was launched decades ahead of IMSAI, Apple, or Commodore machines. Ok, my opening paragraph for this Instructable is just a “bit” overstated, but so was the …

Thrust Stand and Power Analyser low cost

“The commercial existing Thrust Stand and Power Analyser is very expensive, I tried to make one at low cost, less than 30€. The existing motor tests benchs, thrust and power analyzer, are very expensive, I tried to make one at …

Project  Tic-Tac-Toe

Tic-Tac-Toe

“Hello guys, I would like to share with you my last project. Tic-Tac-Toe Game. This game is for only two people/players. They are trying to place four squares of their color next to each other. These four squares can …

Tiny 3D structures enhance solar cell efficiency

“A new method for constructing special solar cells could significantly increase their efficiency. Not only are the cells made up of thin layers, they also consist of specifically arranged nanoblocks. This has been shown in a new study by an …

Toshiba Adds New eFuse IC, an Electronic Fuse for Repeated Use that Offers Adjustable Overvoltage Protection and FLAG Signal Output Function

“Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (“Toshiba”) has added a new eFuse IC, “TCKE712BNL,” to its line-up of eFuse ICs for repeated use that support functions to protect power line circuits. Conventional physical fuses—glass tube fuses and chip fuses—protect …

Transistors built from ultra-thin 2D materials take a step forward

“Two-dimensional materials can be used to create smaller, high-performance transistors traditionally made of silicon, according to Saptarshi Das, assistant professor of engineering science and mechanics (ESM) in Penn State’s College of Engineering. Das and his collaborators report in Nature …

Tutorial on how to use DS3231 RTC Module

“Build a cool looking clock using RTC3231 and DS1306 OLED display In this tutorial I will show you how to use DS3231 RTC module. It will explain how I2C connectivity works. Also I will show you how to create a …

Ubuntu Core 20 secures Linux for IoT

“Canonical’s Ubuntu Core 20, a minimal, containerised version of Ubuntu 20.04 LTS for IoT devices and embedded systems, is now generally available. This major version bolsters device security with secure boot, full disk encryption, and secure device recovery …

Ultrasonic Levitation Experiment

“The basic operating principle is to set up an acoustic standing wave. Acoustic levitation is a method for suspending matter in air against gravity using acoustic radiation pressure from high intensity sound waves. Presented device is based on an acoustic …

Variable Breadboard Power Supply

“Power supplies are the most basic tool every DIY / maker / electro-enthusiast should have. While the lab bench power supplies are great but you can’t carry them everywhere and that’s why you need a portable power supply, but they …