Electronics

Fritzing 0.6.2 is out with SMD support and more parts

André Knörig of Fritzing wrote in to let us know that they’ve just released version 0.6.2 of their open source “tool that allows users to document their prototypes, share them with others, teach electronics in a classroom, and to create a pcb layout for professional manufacturing.” New features include support for SMD parts, a SparkFun parts library, and support for Stripboards. Check out the complete list of new features in their History of Changes or download the latest version on their download page.

Continue Reading August 1st, 2011 Brian Jepson4

In the Maker Shed: SIM Card Reader Writer Kit

Ever wonder what kind of information gets stored on your cell phone’s SIM card? Find out with the SIM Card Reader / Writer Kit from the Maker Shed! Build the kit, then use the accompanying software to read and write from the card, to back up stored SIM card data, recover deleted SMS text messages and phone contacts, examine the last 10 phone numbers dialed, and more. Also works on some smart cards.

Continue Reading July 29th, 2011November 16th, 2015 Maker Shed

In the Maker Shed: Serial RFID Card Reader

The Parallax Serial RFID Card Reader, from the Maker Shed, is a great way to add hardware based authentication into your next project. This easy to use board requires only 4 connections to your PC or Arduino. The RFID Reader Module can be used in a wide variety of hobbyist and commercial applications, including access control, automatic identification, robotics, navigation, inventory tracking, payment systems, and car immobilization.

Continue Reading July 28th, 2011 Maker Shed2

In the Maker Shed: LED Sewing Kit

Circuit boards got you down? Why not add some flexibility to your projects with the LED Sewing Kit from the Maker Shed? This simple and fun kit includes everything you need to get started in soft electronics. Add some luminescence to your cross stitch or headlights to your hoodie!

Continue Reading July 27th, 2011 Maker Shed2

In the Maker Shed: Getting Started with Arduino Kit V2

This kit includes the Arduino Uno, the incredibly popular Getting Started with Arduino Book by Massimo Bansi, and all the components needed to go through the examples in the book.

Continue Reading July 26th, 2011 Maker Shed

In the Maker Shed: DC Boarduino

Wish there were an easier way attach an Arduino to a breadboard? The Boarduino, from the Maker Shed, makes it easy! The low cost and small size makes it perfect for embedding into your projects. Full Arduino compatibility lets you use the latest IDE and code.

Continue Reading July 25th, 2011 Maker Shed

In the Maker Shed: Monochron Clock Kit

The Monochron, from the Maker Shed, is a completely hackable, open source clock kit that has a funky retro feel. The ATmega328 processor comes pre-programmed with a “Retro Arcade Table Tennis for Two” face but includes the Arduino bootloader making it easy to program your own custom look. The kit comes complete with all electronics (soldering required), laser cut case, and power plug.

Continue Reading July 22nd, 2011 Maker Shed

POPULAR SEARCHES: