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All About EL Products

Electroluminescent wire, often referred to as EL wire, is a thin copper wire coated in phosphor which will produce light when alternating current is applied to it. The light emits a similar feel as if it were a neon light or ...

Electroluminescent wire, often referred to as EL wire, is a thin copper wire coated in phosphor which will produce light when alternating current is applied to it. The light emits a similar feel as if it were a neon light or ...

Installing Python Packages

So, you want Python to do something very functional but do not feel like writing heaps of code to achieve that functionality? Then look no further, this guide will teach you exactly how to do that by utilising Python Packages. Python P...

So, you want Python to do something very functional but do not feel like writing heaps of code to achieve that functionality? Then look no further, this guide will teach you exactly how to do that by utilising Python Packages. Python P...

How To Complete Your First Resin 3D Print

So, you have set up your shiny new resin 3D printer and now want to produce beautiful models. Well, this tutorial will tell you exactly what to do from filling the tank, starting a print via USB then the removal, cleaning, and final UV ligh...

So, you have set up your shiny new resin 3D printer and now want to produce beautiful models. Well, this tutorial will tell you exactly what to do from filling the tank, starting a print via USB then the removal, cleaning, and final UV ligh...

Makerverse Load Cell Kit Guide | Measure Weights and Forces

Introduction Welcome to the guide for the Makerverse Load Cell kit. With this hardware you will be able to make a set of scales capable of measuring weights up to 3kg with a precision as low as 0.1g! To follow along you will need: ...

Introduction Welcome to the guide for the Makerverse Load Cell kit. With this hardware you will be able to make a set of scales capable of measuring weights up to 3kg with a precision as low as 0.1g! To follow along you will need: ...

DIY Solder Stencils with a Laser-Cutter

When it comes to assembling a prototype Printed Circuit Board (PCB), there are a couple of options for applying solder-paste: Paste each individual pad by hand with a syringe, or; Use a stencil to paste all pads in one pass. The firs...

When it comes to assembling a prototype Printed Circuit Board (PCB), there are a couple of options for applying solder-paste: Paste each individual pad by hand with a syringe, or; Use a stencil to paste all pads in one pass. The firs...

IoT with LoRaWAN, Pycom, The Things Network & Node-RED

Note: With the rollout of TTNv3, the "Setup" section of this guide no longer works - but we're keeping it here for posterity. Let us know on our forums if you need help getting started with the new method. In our two previous Pycom article...

Note: With the rollout of TTNv3, the "Setup" section of this guide no longer works - but we're keeping it here for posterity. Let us know on our forums if you need help getting started with the new method. In our two previous Pycom article...

Video Looper with Raspberry Pi 4 Model B

[Update: The OMXPlayer system, needed for the video looper, has been dropped with the recent 'Bullseye' Raspberry Pi OS. Updates are coming out fast and all the teething troubles from this new OS will be ironed out. For now, download and f...

[Update: The OMXPlayer system, needed for the video looper, has been dropped with the recent 'Bullseye' Raspberry Pi OS. Updates are coming out fast and all the teething troubles from this new OS will be ironed out. For now, download and f...

What is the ESP32

The ESP8266 is the Serial to Wi-Fi SOC gaining steam back in August of 2014, no doubt you've heard of it; if not used one yourself. Since then, hundreds of IoT devices were built on this originally-undocumented device. With those projects a...

The ESP8266 is the Serial to Wi-Fi SOC gaining steam back in August of 2014, no doubt you've heard of it; if not used one yourself. Since then, hundreds of IoT devices were built on this originally-undocumented device. With those projects a...

Windows 10 IoT on Raspberry Pi 3

Today we’re going to look at installing the Windows 10 IoT (Internet of Things) core onto a Raspberry Pi 3. Traditionally Windows has been the resident overlord of desktop devices, however in recent years we’ve seen it t...

Today we’re going to look at installing the Windows 10 IoT (Internet of Things) core onto a Raspberry Pi 3. Traditionally Windows has been the resident overlord of desktop devices, however in recent years we’ve seen it t...

Using Slicer for Fusion360 for Laser Cutting

Laser cutting is a very fast production and manufacturing method that has one limitation. You can only cut flat surfaces! Well don’t let that stop you from creating 3D objects and sculptures with a laser cutter, Fusion360 has a great ...

Laser cutting is a very fast production and manufacturing method that has one limitation. You can only cut flat surfaces! Well don’t let that stop you from creating 3D objects and sculptures with a laser cutter, Fusion360 has a great ...

Raspberry Pi vs. LattePanda

Ah, what a glorious time we live in, where we have to compare which micro-computer is going to best suit our needs. If you’ve been in the maker sphere for just a short time, you’ll be sure to have heard of Raspberry Pi the mirac...

Ah, what a glorious time we live in, where we have to compare which micro-computer is going to best suit our needs. If you’ve been in the maker sphere for just a short time, you’ll be sure to have heard of Raspberry Pi the mirac...

Support Material: Printing and Removal

By default, FFF/FDM 3D Printers require the 3D Models they print to grow up from the Print bed at an angle of 45 or more. This is by far the biggest limitation of all 3D Printers. To print models that don't follow that rule, and have parts ...

By default, FFF/FDM 3D Printers require the 3D Models they print to grow up from the Print bed at an angle of 45 or more. This is by far the biggest limitation of all 3D Printers. To print models that don't follow that rule, and have parts ...

Raspberry Pi AI HAT 1 vs AI HAT 2: Which Should You Buy?

From an arm's length away, the new AI HAT+ 2 and the original AI HAT+ 1 look pretty similar, but pop the hood, and you'll find there are quite a few differences to get excited about. In this guide, we are going to take a look at what these...

From an arm's length away, the new AI HAT+ 2 and the original AI HAT+ 1 look pretty similar, but pop the hood, and you'll find there are quite a few differences to get excited about. In this guide, we are going to take a look at what these...

Media Centre with Kodi and LibreELEC - Raspberry Pi 4 Model B

You ever wanted an Ad-Free and Bloatware Free Media Streaming Device that can run 4K movies with clean audio that transforms any Screen into a Smart TV. Sounds almost too good to be true but Raspberry Pi, Kodi and LibreELEC OS have swooped ...

You ever wanted an Ad-Free and Bloatware Free Media Streaming Device that can run 4K movies with clean audio that transforms any Screen into a Smart TV. Sounds almost too good to be true but Raspberry Pi, Kodi and LibreELEC OS have swooped ...

Getting Hands-on with Sensors

What good is a robot if it can’t interact with the environment around it? Sensors are the backbone of almost every electronics project as they allow your program to make decisions based on external stimuli. We’ve got sensors for...

What good is a robot if it can’t interact with the environment around it? Sensors are the backbone of almost every electronics project as they allow your program to make decisions based on external stimuli. We’ve got sensors for...

Makerverse Audio Kit Guide | Play Music and Generate Tones

IntroductionWelcome to the guide for the Makerverse Audio Kit. This kit will allow you to build a music player, a musical keyboard, and a sound effect soundboard! To follow along you will need: The Makerverse Audio Kit The Makerverse ...

IntroductionWelcome to the guide for the Makerverse Audio Kit. This kit will allow you to build a music player, a musical keyboard, and a sound effect soundboard! To follow along you will need: The Makerverse Audio Kit The Makerverse ...

Answering Your Pi 5 Questions | Cooling, Overclocking, Power and More

The Raspberry Pi 5 was announced just a few weeks ago and across the internet, we have seen some recurring questions, so in this article, we tried our best to answer some of them.   Contents: Overclocking Questions Cooling Quest...

The Raspberry Pi 5 was announced just a few weeks ago and across the internet, we have seen some recurring questions, so in this article, we tried our best to answer some of them.   Contents: Overclocking Questions Cooling Quest...

Remote 3D Printing with OctoPi

Remote control of your 3D printer is a particularly appealing concept, especially if you've been forced into printing via USB in the past. Using your new 3D printer should be as simple as plugging it in, uploading some G-Code and pressing '...

Remote control of your 3D printer is a particularly appealing concept, especially if you've been forced into printing via USB in the past. Using your new 3D printer should be as simple as plugging it in, uploading some G-Code and pressing '...

Getting set up with Node-RED on the Raspberry Pi

What is Node-RED? Node-RED is a tool originally created by IBM for flow-based programming, and has built-in support for the Raspberry Pi and it's GPIO capabilities. It runs on top of Node.js, and can be accessed with just a web browse...

What is Node-RED? Node-RED is a tool originally created by IBM for flow-based programming, and has built-in support for the Raspberry Pi and it's GPIO capabilities. It runs on top of Node.js, and can be accessed with just a web browse...

Convert an Image to a Vector Graphic for Laser Cutting

Interested in creating designs to be laser cut? In this tutorial, we will learn how to use Gimp and Inkscape to convert a graphic image to a vector image that you can cut on a laser cutter! In order for the job control software to turn you...

Interested in creating designs to be laser cut? In this tutorial, we will learn how to use Gimp and Inkscape to convert a graphic image to a vector image that you can cut on a laser cutter! In order for the job control software to turn you...

How To Customise Your Pi 500+ RGB Keyboard | Custom Effects & Python Scripts

In this guide, we’re going diving into everything custom RGB on the Pi 500+. If you have one, chances are you have played around with some of the RGB presets that come loaded with it, but we can take things way further. We&rsqu...

In this guide, we’re going diving into everything custom RGB on the Pi 500+. If you have one, chances are you have played around with some of the RGB presets that come loaded with it, but we can take things way further. We&rsqu...

What are Xbee Modules?

Wi-Fi, as we know it, is a form of wireless communication based on the 802.11 standards as outlined by the IEEE (the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers). If you're paying attention to it, you'll notice an appendage to this st...

Wi-Fi, as we know it, is a form of wireless communication based on the 802.11 standards as outlined by the IEEE (the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers). If you're paying attention to it, you'll notice an appendage to this st...

How to use an ESP8266 in the Arduino IDE

In August of 2014 Shanghai-based chip manufacturer, Espressif, released a ultra-cheap Serial to Wi-Fi chip called the ESP-01. At the heart of the ESP01 was an ESP8266 chip broken out into the 8 pins needed to program it via a microcontrolle...

In August of 2014 Shanghai-based chip manufacturer, Espressif, released a ultra-cheap Serial to Wi-Fi chip called the ESP-01. At the heart of the ESP01 was an ESP8266 chip broken out into the 8 pins needed to program it via a microcontrolle...

Teensy Boards Compared

Hello everyone, how awesome are the Teensy boards from PJRC? Super awesome. And as with any product that has been around for a few years, and gone through various iterations, there’s now a few different boards to choose from, which ...

Hello everyone, how awesome are the Teensy boards from PJRC? Super awesome. And as with any product that has been around for a few years, and gone through various iterations, there’s now a few different boards to choose from, which ...

Getting Started with Servos | Examples with Raspberry Pi Pico

In this guide, we'll learn what a Servo is, when we might use one, how to choose a Servo, and finally how to use one with a Raspberry Pi Pico. To follow along you'll need: A Positional Servo, such as the Feetech FS90 Micro Servo A Con...

In this guide, we'll learn what a Servo is, when we might use one, how to choose a Servo, and finally how to use one with a Raspberry Pi Pico. To follow along you'll need: A Positional Servo, such as the Feetech FS90 Micro Servo A Con...

How 3D Printing Works

3D Printing is one of the ways we can turn virtual 3-dimensional models into real world objects. It is an Additive manufacturing (AM) process, building models layer by layer. AM is the opposite of subtractive manufacturing which takes a blo...

3D Printing is one of the ways we can turn virtual 3-dimensional models into real world objects. It is an Additive manufacturing (AM) process, building models layer by layer. AM is the opposite of subtractive manufacturing which takes a blo...

What Are NeoPixel LEDs?

So in case you haven’t heard yet, digital LEDs are the go-to solution for any project that uses RGB LEDs and you want to avoid the rat's nest that ensures when using multiple RGB LEDs, each colour requiring its own connectio...

So in case you haven’t heard yet, digital LEDs are the go-to solution for any project that uses RGB LEDs and you want to avoid the rat's nest that ensures when using multiple RGB LEDs, each colour requiring its own connectio...

Overclocking Your Raspberry Pi

Part of the joy that is Raspberry Pi is getting stuck into it at a slightly lower level and finding out exactly what you can do with it if you take a look under the hood. One of the most popular experiments to do with your Raspber...

Part of the joy that is Raspberry Pi is getting stuck into it at a slightly lower level and finding out exactly what you can do with it if you take a look under the hood. One of the most popular experiments to do with your Raspber...

Visual Thermometer with CircuitPython: Adafruit Circuit Playground Express

The Adafruit Circuit Playground Express comes packed with sensors, and for this tutorial, we are going to learn to use the onboard thermometer (technically a thermistor)! We will take temperature readings with the thermometer and print out ...

The Adafruit Circuit Playground Express comes packed with sensors, and for this tutorial, we are going to learn to use the onboard thermometer (technically a thermistor)! We will take temperature readings with the thermometer and print out ...

DIY Magnetic Encoder

The PiicoDev Magnetometer unlocks a lot of sensing abilities for your project.  In this guide we'll walk through how to sense an angle with a small magnet and print the angle on a PiicoDev OLED. This guide covers what the sensor is r...

The PiicoDev Magnetometer unlocks a lot of sensing abilities for your project.  In this guide we'll walk through how to sense an angle with a small magnet and print the angle on a PiicoDev OLED. This guide covers what the sensor is r...

Using NeoPixels with Particle

Life’s better in colour right? Then why are you still using boring old regular LEDs in your project, when you could be using addressable RGB LEDs. Now LEDS that have Red, Green, and Blue integrated in a single package are nothing new,...

Life’s better in colour right? Then why are you still using boring old regular LEDs in your project, when you could be using addressable RGB LEDs. Now LEDS that have Red, Green, and Blue integrated in a single package are nothing new,...

Python Variables and Types

Continuing our Python journey deeper into this dynamo of a programming language we will take a leap into variables and types. Variables are one of the most fundamental concepts and exist in pretty much all programming languages. Variables a...

Continuing our Python journey deeper into this dynamo of a programming language we will take a leap into variables and types. Variables are one of the most fundamental concepts and exist in pretty much all programming languages. Variables a...

Webhooks with Particle.io

Have you ever heard people talk about how amazing the Internet of Things is and how you can leverage the power of the internet by creating IoT devices, but not really known how to get started? This tutorial is for you! We’re going to ...

Have you ever heard people talk about how amazing the Internet of Things is and how you can leverage the power of the internet by creating IoT devices, but not really known how to get started? This tutorial is for you! We’re going to ...

Modify G-Code to 3D Print Better

If you hang around 3D printers, X-Y plotters, CNC machines, drawing machines, or people who use any of them G-code is a term that will universally come up no matter where you find yourself in the world. But what is it? And how is it being u...

If you hang around 3D printers, X-Y plotters, CNC machines, drawing machines, or people who use any of them G-code is a term that will universally come up no matter where you find yourself in the world. But what is it? And how is it being u...

3D Printing Better Print-in-Place Mechanisms

Print-in-Place mechanism is one of the special things about additive manufacturing that all other manufacturing methods just cannot replicate. They use various hinges, linkages and joints to create moving parts that are printed as a single ...

Print-in-Place mechanism is one of the special things about additive manufacturing that all other manufacturing methods just cannot replicate. They use various hinges, linkages and joints to create moving parts that are printed as a single ...

DIY 2D and 3D Spatial Tracking with Ultra-Wideband | Arduino & Pico Guide

In this guide, we are going to learn how to use a series of Ultra-Wideband modules to track an object in both 2D and 3D space. By the end of this guide, you will be equipped with the skills and code to use up to nine modules in your maker ...

In this guide, we are going to learn how to use a series of Ultra-Wideband modules to track an object in both 2D and 3D space. By the end of this guide, you will be equipped with the skills and code to use up to nine modules in your maker ...

Raspberry Pi 500+ Overview and Teardown

The Raspberry Pi 500+ is hot off the press, an all-in-one computer keyboard which is the latest version of Raspberry Pi's hundred series, and the premium version of the Pi 500. This overview will get into the nitty-gritty of what mak...

The Raspberry Pi 500+ is hot off the press, an all-in-one computer keyboard which is the latest version of Raspberry Pi's hundred series, and the premium version of the Pi 500. This overview will get into the nitty-gritty of what mak...

PiicoDev Magnetometer QMC6310 - Guide for Raspberry Pi Pico

This guide is for the previous revision of the PiicoDev Magnetometer QMC6310 - if you have the latest revision featuring the MMC5603 - head to the guide for updated links and instructions.Let's get started with the PiicoDev® Magnetome...

This guide is for the previous revision of the PiicoDev Magnetometer QMC6310 - if you have the latest revision featuring the MMC5603 - head to the guide for updated links and instructions.Let's get started with the PiicoDev® Magnetome...

PiicoDev Magnetometer QMC6310 - Guide for Raspberry Pi

This guide is for the previous revision of the PiicoDev Magnetometer QMC6310 - if you have the latest revision featuring the MMC5603 - head to the guide for updated links and instructions.Let's get started with the PiicoDev® Magnetomet...

This guide is for the previous revision of the PiicoDev Magnetometer QMC6310 - if you have the latest revision featuring the MMC5603 - head to the guide for updated links and instructions.Let's get started with the PiicoDev® Magnetomet...

Pycom GPy Getting Started

warning: Pycom has updated their libraries and the code listed below may not work. If you discover this and find a fix, please post it on our forum and we'll send you a $25 store credit along with a huge thank you. Go to Forum Thread. ...

warning: Pycom has updated their libraries and the code listed below may not work. If you discover this and find a fix, please post it on our forum and we'll send you a $25 store credit along with a huge thank you. Go to Forum Thread. ...

Infinity Mirror Kit V2 - Assembly and Tutorials

The Infinity Mirror Kit V2 is a desktop display that creates a dazzling optical illusion - a tunnel of light that tears through space! The Infinity Mirror Kit V2 entered production in October 2018, and now ships with an Adaf...

The Infinity Mirror Kit V2 is a desktop display that creates a dazzling optical illusion - a tunnel of light that tears through space! The Infinity Mirror Kit V2 entered production in October 2018, and now ships with an Adaf...

PiicoDev 3-Axis Accelerometer LIS3DH - Getting Started Guide

This guide will help you get started with a PiicoDev 3-Axis Accelerometer. We'll walk through some examples to read acceleration, infer tilt angle (from gravity), and detect tapping and shaking.  An accelerometer is a device that mea...

This guide will help you get started with a PiicoDev 3-Axis Accelerometer. We'll walk through some examples to read acceleration, infer tilt angle (from gravity), and detect tapping and shaking.  An accelerometer is a device that mea...

PiicoDev Air Quality Sensor ENS160 | Getting Started Guide

The PiicoDev® Air Quality Sensor is based on an ENS160 multi-gas sensor that detects Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). These measurements are run through some algorithms to produce standardised outputs like Air Quality Index (AQI...

The PiicoDev® Air Quality Sensor is based on an ENS160 multi-gas sensor that detects Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). These measurements are run through some algorithms to produce standardised outputs like Air Quality Index (AQI...

Lightning Sensor with a Raspberry Pi Single Board Computer - 40 KM RADIUS RANGE!

What if I told you that you could have the power to detect a lightning strike from 40km away? You'd probably think I've gone mad watching too many Marvel movies. But it is true! All thanks to the DFRobot Gravity: Lightning Sensor. Accessib...

What if I told you that you could have the power to detect a lightning strike from 40km away? You'd probably think I've gone mad watching too many Marvel movies. But it is true! All thanks to the DFRobot Gravity: Lightning Sensor. Accessib...

GlowBitâ„¢ rainbow Quickstart Guide for micro:bit

Let's do some creative projects to get familiar with the GlowBitâ„¢ rainbow and micro:bit. The animation runs for 10 seconds, and can be started by pressing either of the micro:bit's buttons In this guide we will: Wi...

Let's do some creative projects to get familiar with the GlowBitâ„¢ rainbow and micro:bit. The animation runs for 10 seconds, and can be started by pressing either of the micro:bit's buttons In this guide we will: Wi...

PiicoDev Magnetometer- Getting Started Guide

This guide will help you get started with a PiicoDev® Magnetometer -  get it working as a compass, and read the magnetic field strength of a nearby magnet. This guide is for the current revision of the PiicoDev Magnetometer, feat...

This guide will help you get started with a PiicoDev® Magnetometer -  get it working as a compass, and read the magnetic field strength of a nearby magnet. This guide is for the current revision of the PiicoDev Magnetometer, feat...

C Programming for Makers

Welcome to the C Programming Workshop for Makers! Here you'll be able to follow along with our series of easily digestible videos that cover everything you'll need to know to on your way with C programming and start making awesome projects...

Welcome to the C Programming Workshop for Makers! Here you'll be able to follow along with our series of easily digestible videos that cover everything you'll need to know to on your way with C programming and start making awesome projects...

Set Up a Geophone with a Raspberry Pi and an ADC (ADS1115)

Geophones are devices that generate electric signals proportional to the particle velocity in a sound/compression wave. More simply a Geophone is a super low frequency microphone for the ground. Geophones are used around the world to measu...

Geophones are devices that generate electric signals proportional to the particle velocity in a sound/compression wave. More simply a Geophone is a super low frequency microphone for the ground. Geophones are used around the world to measu...

Detect and Track Humans with mmWave Radar on an Arduino

In this guide, we are going to be learning how to use the Rd-03D radar sensor to detect and track humans in your next Arduino project. We will be looking at how it works and what you can expect from it, how to wire up and code your Arduino...

In this guide, we are going to be learning how to use the Rd-03D radar sensor to detect and track humans in your next Arduino project. We will be looking at how it works and what you can expect from it, how to wire up and code your Arduino...

Integrated Computer Vision Package - OAK-D Lite With Raspberry Pi Set Up

If you ever needed a performance boost when running Machine Learnt AI Systems (like facial recognition) with a Raspberry Pi Single Board Computer then I have a solution for you. The OAK-D Lite. The Oak-D Lite is the Leatherman Multi-tool o...

If you ever needed a performance boost when running Machine Learnt AI Systems (like facial recognition) with a Raspberry Pi Single Board Computer then I have a solution for you. The OAK-D Lite. The Oak-D Lite is the Leatherman Multi-tool o...

PiicoDev Transceiver | Getting Started Guide

A radio transceiver is a device that can both transmit and receive radio signals, making it the perfect tool for communication on the go and remote projects! The PiicoDev Transceiverâ„¢ is a 915MHz radio that can send short messages up...

A radio transceiver is a device that can both transmit and receive radio signals, making it the perfect tool for communication on the go and remote projects! The PiicoDev Transceiverâ„¢ is a 915MHz radio that can send short messages up...

Servos, Steppers or Solenoids? | Choosing an Actuator to Move Your Project

In this guide, we go over some common ways of adding motion to your project with actuators such as stepper motors, servos and linear actuators, to help you choose which one is most appropriate for your situation. The start of this guide c...

In this guide, we go over some common ways of adding motion to your project with actuators such as stepper motors, servos and linear actuators, to help you choose which one is most appropriate for your situation. The start of this guide c...

Getting Started With Ultra-Wideband & Measuring Distances| Arduino & Pico Guide

In this guide, we will be exploring ultra-wideband modules and how you can use them to add robust distance measurements to your next maker project. We'll be learning how these incredible little boards work, what you can expect from them, a...

In this guide, we will be exploring ultra-wideband modules and how you can use them to add robust distance measurements to your next maker project. We'll be learning how these incredible little boards work, what you can expect from them, a...

Custom Object Detection Models Without Training | YOLOE & Raspberry Pi

In this guide, we will be exploring YOLOE, a computer vision model that allows you to create custom object detection models through prompts - no training processes required! We are going to be learning how this vision model works and how t...

In this guide, we will be exploring YOLOE, a computer vision model that allows you to create custom object detection models through prompts - no training processes required! We are going to be learning how this vision model works and how t...

Raspberry Pi Workshop for Beginners

Welcome to the Raspberry Pi Workshop for Beginners! Here you'll be able to follow along with our series of bite-sized videos that cover everything you'll need to know to get started with your Raspberry Pi, and start making awesome project...

Welcome to the Raspberry Pi Workshop for Beginners! Here you'll be able to follow along with our series of bite-sized videos that cover everything you'll need to know to get started with your Raspberry Pi, and start making awesome project...

Cheap Deluxe Resin Curing Chamber

After purchasing an Anycubic Photon resin printer, I wanted an easy and reliable method for post-curing the prints. This allows the printed resin to achieve maximum material strength and eliminate tackiness in...

After purchasing an Anycubic Photon resin printer, I wanted an easy and reliable method for post-curing the prints. This allows the printed resin to achieve maximum material strength and eliminate tackiness in...

PowerPlay SSR Control

Introduction

The aim of PowerPlay is to provide an Arduino platform for managing downstream Solid State Relays (SSR) simply and safely.  PowerPlay consists of a custom Arduino Shield, ...

Introduction

The aim of PowerPlay is to provide an Arduino platform for managing downstream Solid State Relays (SSR) simply and safely.  PowerPlay consists of a custom Arduino Shield, ...

grinder_timer

Making a dumb coffee grinder slightly less dumb. This is a programmable timer tethered to a Rancilio Rocky coffee grinder. The Rocky is a "dumb" grinder and electrically very simple. Basically it's an ac motor with an on/off switch and a m...

Making a dumb coffee grinder slightly less dumb. This is a programmable timer tethered to a Rancilio Rocky coffee grinder. The Rocky is a "dumb" grinder and electrically very simple. Basically it's an ac motor with an on/off switch and a m...

IoT Soundscape

I had been captivated by the sound levels of trains I could hear passing by Metford throughout the day/night. I wondered if a sound level sensor reporting data back over LoRa would help me understand when a train was noisy. I also like the ...

I had been captivated by the sound levels of trains I could hear passing by Metford throughout the day/night. I wondered if a sound level sensor reporting data back over LoRa would help me understand when a train was noisy. I also like the ...

VolCon

This project began as an experiment when I inexplicably decided to learn how an optical rotary encoder worked (FYI, 2-bit gray code). It transformed into a learning experience around USB - specifically the HID protocol. Ultimately I ended u...

This project began as an experiment when I inexplicably decided to learn how an optical rotary encoder worked (FYI, 2-bit gray code). It transformed into a learning experience around USB - specifically the HID protocol. Ultimately I ended u...

Hogwarts Lights

Although there are commercially available lighting kits for Lego models, we found those that are available for this Hogwarts Castle can seem a little garish and don’t do the best job at concealing the wires.  We felt that with t...

Although there are commercially available lighting kits for Lego models, we found those that are available for this Hogwarts Castle can seem a little garish and don’t do the best job at concealing the wires.  We felt that with t...

Automatic Bike Indicators

This project uses an Accelerometer to detect when you are leaning left or right. Depending on if/where you are leaning, it will flash LEDs on the right or left of the bike's rear. Powered by an Arduino and a 12v battery pack (my case 8 AA B...

This project uses an Accelerometer to detect when you are leaning left or right. Depending on if/where you are leaning, it will flash LEDs on the right or left of the bike's rear. Powered by an Arduino and a 12v battery pack (my case 8 AA B...

Hogwarts Legacy Broom Flight Controller

Introduction

I embarked on this project to enhance my interactive and immersive experience with the video game "Hogwarts Legacy," as a devoted Harry Potter fan. Initially, I used a Kano wan...

Introduction

I embarked on this project to enhance my interactive and immersive experience with the video game "Hogwarts Legacy," as a devoted Harry Potter fan. Initially, I used a Kano wan...

The Great Doorbell Hack

Do you want a quick, easy, cheap RF remote control for your Raspberry Pi projects? Well, look no further than the front door! As you've probably got a half-duplex RF setup you've never considered using in a project before. Try thi...

Do you want a quick, easy, cheap RF remote control for your Raspberry Pi projects? Well, look no further than the front door! As you've probably got a half-duplex RF setup you've never considered using in a project before. Try thi...

Handheld Retropie

Once you go down the retro gaming rabbit hole, that's it, you're not getting out without putting together your own gaming console. It all began with my hacked PSP, which I was running emulators on. Then I wanted to run them on my big screen...

Once you go down the retro gaming rabbit hole, that's it, you're not getting out without putting together your own gaming console. It all began with my hacked PSP, which I was running emulators on. Then I wanted to run them on my big screen...

Electronica Botanica

This piece combines recycled electronics extracted from decommissioned computers and new electronic components. I had an idea I wanted to incorporate a lighting element into a contemporary sculpture so it was just a matter of coming up with...

This piece combines recycled electronics extracted from decommissioned computers and new electronic components. I had an idea I wanted to incorporate a lighting element into a contemporary sculpture so it was just a matter of coming up with...

UNITRAC

The UNITRAC (UNIversal TRACtion system) is a simple 3D printable conversion for the Black Gladiator-Tracked chassis, It’s designed to transform the large wheelbase platform into a self-contained propulsion system that has all the torq...

The UNITRAC (UNIversal TRACtion system) is a simple 3D printable conversion for the Black Gladiator-Tracked chassis, It’s designed to transform the large wheelbase platform into a self-contained propulsion system that has all the torq...

Hyperweb: Interactive Art for Vivid Sydney

Hyperweb is a collaborative interactive sculpture installation at Vivid in Sydney. I designed and built a crowd sensing weather station that is used to control an audio "soundscape" within the piece. It also triggers light show events that ...

Hyperweb is a collaborative interactive sculpture installation at Vivid in Sydney. I designed and built a crowd sensing weather station that is used to control an audio "soundscape" within the piece. It also triggers light show events that ...

Mass SD card Image Writer

We've built a mass SD card writer using a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B, some USB hubs and SD card readers. This beast has enough ports to write 49 SD cards at once! At Core Electronics, sometimes logistics hang-ups mean that suppliers cannot mee...

We've built a mass SD card writer using a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B, some USB hubs and SD card readers. This beast has enough ports to write 49 SD cards at once! At Core Electronics, sometimes logistics hang-ups mean that suppliers cannot mee...

Mailbox Delivery Notification System

Introduction

During the Covid lockdown, I needed something to do. The Postman or woman does not deliver mail every day as most bills come online. So I built this to notify me when the Pos...

Introduction

During the Covid lockdown, I needed something to do. The Postman or woman does not deliver mail every day as most bills come online. So I built this to notify me when the Pos...

Solar Charging Station

The aim of this project was to use the sun to charge some batteries with 1W and 2W Seeed solar panels. The DFRobot Solar LiPo Charger and a Sunflower Solar Power Manager were purchased. Initially, this was unsuccessful because I did no...

The aim of this project was to use the sun to charge some batteries with 1W and 2W Seeed solar panels. The DFRobot Solar LiPo Charger and a Sunflower Solar Power Manager were purchased. Initially, this was unsuccessful because I did no...

HUGE LED Pixel Panel

I’ve always been fascinated by LED screens and seeing beautiful colours mix and merge to create vibrant displays. I also love games, so what better way to combine the two than a giant LED pixel matrix which can play games, display aud...

I’ve always been fascinated by LED screens and seeing beautiful colours mix and merge to create vibrant displays. I also love games, so what better way to combine the two than a giant LED pixel matrix which can play games, display aud...

Simple Relay Timer

Introduction This project started because I needed to replace a water tap timer that had seen better days.  The aim was to use a Raspberry Pi Pico and a couple of PiicoDev boards to do what the water timer did. The actual stopping a...

Introduction This project started because I needed to replace a water tap timer that had seen better days.  The aim was to use a Raspberry Pi Pico and a couple of PiicoDev boards to do what the water timer did. The actual stopping a...

Robot Arm Upgrade Project

This project has been a long and tricky one for me, I purchased my robot arm kit from Jaycar many years ago with the intention of controlling it from the start. I used to work with industrial robots, so when I saw this robot kit for sale I...

This project has been a long and tricky one for me, I purchased my robot arm kit from Jaycar many years ago with the intention of controlling it from the start. I used to work with industrial robots, so when I saw this robot kit for sale I...

Kid’s Music Box

I want to make a portable music box that my 2 year old kid can operate intuitively on her own. So, Spotify or any other on-demand music platform with tablets and Bluetooth speakers are out of the question. Remember the good old days of putt...

I want to make a portable music box that my 2 year old kid can operate intuitively on her own. So, Spotify or any other on-demand music platform with tablets and Bluetooth speakers are out of the question. Remember the good old days of putt...

Meet 'Holman' the Ultimate Bluetooth Speaker

Who says you can't have it all? Good looks and a great sound! My name is 'Holman" and I'm a Bluetooth speaker in the form of mans best friend - a dog of course! Why is my name Holman? Well, that's the name of the manufacturer of the PVC pi...

Who says you can't have it all? Good looks and a great sound! My name is 'Holman" and I'm a Bluetooth speaker in the form of mans best friend - a dog of course! Why is my name Holman? Well, that's the name of the manufacturer of the PVC pi...

Portable Arcade Emulator

Introduction

I am a Mechanical Engineer, and after 30 years in industry I now teach Engineering at High School. I create various projects in my spare time and bring them to school to inspir...

Introduction

I am a Mechanical Engineer, and after 30 years in industry I now teach Engineering at High School. I create various projects in my spare time and bring them to school to inspir...

Arduino Tide Gauge

I used an Arduino and a US-100 ultrasonic sensor to make an extremely low-cost tide gauge. This project measures the tide by sensing the distance to water using a US-100 ultrasonic sensor. The device has a 3D printed base&nb...

I used an Arduino and a US-100 ultrasonic sensor to make an extremely low-cost tide gauge. This project measures the tide by sensing the distance to water using a US-100 ultrasonic sensor. The device has a 3D printed base&nb...

Analogue Quad Oscillator Drone Synth

I have a peer-reviewed study on my desk and it confidently tells me that all the capacitors on planet Earth want to be synthesisers when they grow up. To make the world a better place, let's realise the dream of four fortunate elec...

I have a peer-reviewed study on my desk and it confidently tells me that all the capacitors on planet Earth want to be synthesisers when they grow up. To make the world a better place, let's realise the dream of four fortunate elec...

Spectral Animations with a DIY MSGEQ7 I2C Device

Frequency Reactive LEDs, i2c Protocol, Raspberry Pi, and Other Adventures.Here at Pix Incorporated we take word count very seriously. We believe in short, focused, and enjoyable writing which hints at the horizons of our imagination (...

Frequency Reactive LEDs, i2c Protocol, Raspberry Pi, and Other Adventures.Here at Pix Incorporated we take word count very seriously. We believe in short, focused, and enjoyable writing which hints at the horizons of our imagination (...
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