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Suggested Project: Build a Robot Base for Experimenters

jBo — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 18:30:05 +0000

I really enjoyed Build a Pico “Uno” – Prototyping with the Pico since I learned a lot, and ended up with something useful. Similarly, since I'm now looking at Use a PS3 Controller with an ESP32, I can immediately see the ongoing utility of Bill's robot car base. It is so much ahead of what I've been trying to visualize, that I immediately started thinking, could I do that?

I've assembled the acrylic bases before, motors, wheels, caster. What I would specifically appreciate in this new video/article is a detailed look at the power distribution board, for starters. Separating the two 18650 batteries seems cool from a weight-and-balance view, but how exactly do I wire that up? (Please include photos of the bottom of board too 🙂).

I've never done a project with three different levels of voltage, but now I can see the possibilities. Maybe I do need an LDO converter for 6V for servos. I know there's a new module every month, and I realize a lot of what I'm requesting is old hat for a lot of viewers, but I'm voting for beginning basic skills. Thank you.

The PICO 2 is announced, time for a video?

Ron — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 16:28:02 +0000

https://www.raspberrypi.com/news/raspberry-pi-pico-2-our-new-5-microcontroller-board-on-sale-now/

I got 4!

steering wheel controller for simulators

gnagflow — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 20:31:38 +0000

I have a USB steering wheel for gaming with a simulator. In my case it is a farming simulator.

Brand is Speedlink. It is not the latest product, got it second-hand.

I am not content with the perormance of it.

I think it is interesting to configure it for your own desires.

All the functions of the simulator can be performed by a keyoard, so why not program a controller that lets the steering wheel act as a keyboard?

What would be needed to know is the code that is sent via USB by a standard keyboard. A special task is the code that is made out of the potentiometer from the pedals, and the steering wheel itself. My idea is also to add some more buttons for additional functions.

I think I am not the first person having ideas like this. Any ideas?

Static detector

Ron — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 16:32:20 +0000

Since all of us are concerned about static in the electronics shop and a few members are using electronics in a dusty environment (wood shop) where an explosion is possible, it would be useful to have a meter and/or red/yellow/green led to indicate how much static is building up. I assume everyone has a proper hygrometer in their shop so they can make sure it stays above 55%. In the woodshop maybe it should be connected to one of the pipes of the dust collector, in the electronics shop maybe it can be connected to the blue mat most if us have on the bench.

Nextion displays with arduino

Bendegúz — Thu, 04 Jul 2024 20:25:54 +0000

Guide on how to use a nextion touchscreen display for diferent projects like a control centre for lights.

Creating UI for ESP32 using SquareLine Studio.

roman47 — Sun, 19 May 2024 15:56:36 +0000

Hi All,

I would like to submit a suggestion to review the easy way to create an ESP32 display using the SquareLine Studio.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ls0uLyeAgiw&list=PLXBbsIgERaowED1NeIFePxpLwCfvHdWRM&index=3

It has completed graphical widgets of different kinds

. You can drag the widget to the display add an Event with a trigger condition, etc. Also, add your pictures. It reminds me of much loved Visual Basic.

Please Check Elecrow

ESP32 HMI Display Series here 👇 https://www.elecrow.com/esp32-display...

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Thank you for your consideration in advance.

Realtek AMB82-Mini IoT AI Camera Arduino Dev. board

roman47 — Wed, 15 May 2024 00:13:59 +0000

Hi All,

About seven months ago I placed a new suggestion for reviewing the Realtek AMB82-Mini IoT AI Camera Arduino Dev. board - Wi-Fi & Bluetooth, H264/H265 Video, 1080p sensor, multiple IO, Tensorflow-Lite AI. Bill accepted the suggestion and was going to pick up the board. Is this board still being considered to be reviewed? Thank you in advance.

Sodium Ion cells are here

Ron — Thu, 09 May 2024 01:28:09 +0000

I am starting to see videos on Sodium Ion cells. They are safe but about 1/2 the energy density. Here is one video https://youtu.be/jA5pOqvPg54?si=8QsAgu0s-3RcA-ck

Raspberry Pi Connect

Ron — Tue, 07 May 2024 14:37:38 +0000

This may be of interest to some, especially the version with no server in the loop!

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Giga: Micropython is on M7 and Arduino on M4 processor, how can I get a sketch to run on both at the same time?

scsiraidguru — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 19:50:28 +0000

Giga: Micropython is on M7 and Arduino on M4 processor, how can I get a sketch to run on both at the same time? I can run micropython code and get the Wifi IP address. How can I run a Arduino sketch at the same time?