Construction Manual
For those who bought the kit (available from here), there now is a manual available for download, covering a detailed step-by-step descriptionAttachments: 0 photos | 0 schematics | 1 PCB(s) | 0...
View ArticleClik here to view.
pawns without contact
default_project.jpgDescription: I would like small objects like pawns on a chessboard that is recognized by the program: I think the rfid but it's 64 rfid receiver !! magnets !! tacks below the object...
View ArticleUpdate
After some comments by the author I made some updates to the schematic,board and C program. Updates listed here:Schematic & board:Attachments: 0 photos | 0 schematics | 1 PCB(s) | 1 software files...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Musical Microcontroller
attiny45.jpgDescription: A simple microcontroller like an ATtiny45 (but probably as small as an ATtiny13 as well) can be programmed to play a melody. A bit like a musical greeting card or an electronic...
View ArticleEEPROM
@Camille: you mention that the EEPROM is not used in this design. Would it be possible to squeeze some more games in there? Of course this would call for some extra (DIP?) switches for game selection...
View ArticleCoils
Put a coil under each square and a magnet on each chess piece then to move the piece de energise the coil its standing on and energise the square next to it :DAttachments: 0 photos | 0 schematics | 0...
View ArticleFrom the lab: a first schematic
We compiled an integral schematic based on the information available so far. Attachments: 0 photos | 1 schematics | 0 PCB(s) | 0 software files | 0 other 9140203849 read more
View ArticleClik here to view.
3D Pad - Control Without Touching [130508]
default_project.jpgDescription: Open Source Open Hardware project based on work by Jean Noël Lefebvre.Arduino shield for controlling something without touching the controller. Great for gesture...
View ArticleClik here to view.
RIoT Board - First Impressions
avatar.jpgDescription: Today, February 6, 2014, The RIoT Board was announced by element14. It is a sort of BeagleBoard Raspberry Pi, but from Freescale.Attachments: 1 photos | 0 schematics | 0 PCB(s)...
View ArticleTouch pad
Use a multi-touch capable touch screen. Or a chessboard with pushbuttons under each field.Attachments: 0 photos | 0 schematics | 0 PCB(s) | 0 software files | 0 other 9140203852 read more
View ArticleClik here to view.
RFM12 Library for STM32 written in C
RFM12_Chip.jpgDescription: If more power or larger memories are needed, the 32 Bit-MCUs based on ARM cores are a good choice. They are available in the market from many suppliers in different...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Switch power by Bluetooth.
Switch Bluetooth.jpgDescription: This project suggested lighting a lamp or electrical products via Android phone (not iPhone) by simple commands. You notice: it not may be ordered by an iPhone AND the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Electric guitar effects
IMG_2072 - Copie.JPGDescription: If you like both music and electronics, the idea of building your own audio device must have crossed your mind many times.Building a hi-fi device requires hard work to...
View ArticleFrom the lab: new software
We changed the software so the pre-programmed code is for a RC5 TV remote control. If the learning mode is initialized 20 keys need to be pressed. At this point we have to mention a strange experience...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Infinite RGB LED Cube with Flowcode
INFINITE_RGB_LED_CUBE_profile_img.pngDescription: By Ben RowlandAfter being inspired from the Xmas tree blog post I started looking around at what other people were doing and I came across a simple...
View ArticleLEDs, LEDs everywhere!
As I’m making a 8x8x8 LED cube we will need at least 512 LEDs to complete the project plus a few spares just in case we damage any of the LEDs or find some duds.Attachments: 1 photos | 1 schematics |...
View ArticleBending LEDs
I played around with the legs on the LEDs to try and work out what sort of dimensions I could get away with on the cube and then based on these measurements I created a jig using my trusty 3D printer...
View ArticleLEDs assembly using 3D-printed jig
I did this part of the build in stages alternating between bending legs and assembling panels to break up the monotony a bit.Attachments: 2 photos | 0 schematics | 0 PCB(s) | 0 software files | 0...
View ArticleAdding the cathode wires
The next job is to add the cathode wires. These are again straightened bits of wire that can cope ok with the current from an entire row of LEDs. Each piece of wire has a small 90 degree bend and is...
View ArticleWelcome to Fabulous Glass Vegas (or how to assemble the glass cube)
With all of the LEDs mounted onto the base piece and the cathode wires in place I assembled the pieces of glass to protect the cube. The glass is also handy as it allows you to flip the whole thing...
View Article