EM-X270 – Handheld computer for embedded applications
Huh, here’s a pretty spiffy looking DIY PDA/phone kit, make your own iPhone! – Link.
Technology
Surveyor SRV-1 Blackfin camera board
Chris writes in – With all the chatter about open hardware lately I wanted to let you know about Surveyor Corporation. They are a very open company and provide Eagle schematics for their products including the soon to be released Blackfin based robotic controller. I hope that more companies continue to operate with an open […]
DIY third hand – A multi-use helping hand for electronics and other delicate work
Ryan writes – In the past I’ve used the third hands/helping hands available at chain electronics shops and have been frustrated with their usability. So I decided to make my own. The best part, aside from the ease of use, is all the attachments you can make for it. It’s great for electronics as well […]
DIY Electric utility vehicle part 2
FrankG’s electric utility vehicle part II. He’s added a roof, body panels, plexi-glass windscreen, new batteries and a camo paint job as well as installing an “On-Board” 36V/35Amp charger and a simple analog meter array to monitor individual battery voltage – Link. Related: Electric utility vehicle part 1 – Link.
Motors for Arduinos
I asked Todobt for some advice on using motors with Arduninos without a motor shield, his answer was great and makes a good post to share, so here it is… – For normal motors, just about any surplus DC motor that’s rated something like “1.5VDC – 6VDC” will work. Add a transistor like a TIP120 […]
Arduino powered LED sculpture
NateBu’s interactive sculpture for public space, powered by Arduino… Link.
TV Remote jammer!
Kipkay writes – I’ve had a few scuffles in my house over the TV remote so I decided to do something about it. I built a circuit that will block my TV and any device I choose from getting a signal from the normal remote control. I turn an ordinary remote into a jammer and […]