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RGBW LED Controller v3.1
Jeremy @ thecustomgeek.com updated his RGB LED controller with a bunch of improvements. The new RGBW LED Controller is here! The video above shows some of the things it can do, but here is a list of improvements: IRLB8721PBF MOSFET’s – More power! Double sided and thicker...
Continue ReadingTibbo Project System-based Aircon Controller Application
The app allows you to manage traditional air conditioners that are controlled through infrared remotes. Designed for the office environment, the app relies on the ambient brightness (measured by Tibbit #28) to determine whether the aircon should be running or not. In the office setting,...
Continue Reading8 Channel RS485 Relay Board
This project helps you control 8 relays using RS485 link with the help of a PC. This kit can effectively convert a standard PC to a powerful PLC ( programmable logic controller ). At the PC end , you will need to use our RS232 to RS485 Interface – C020 or any other suitable...
Continue ReadingDual input, 2.5A step-down DC/DC achieves 95% efficiency
by Graham Prophet @ edn.com: LTC3126 is a 2.5A, 2.4V to 42V input, synchronous step-down switching regulator with integrated dual input PowerPath control. Its power stage topology enables operation from either of two independent power sources, with seamless, internally controlled...
Continue ReadingLithium-ion battery fires: 7 solutions for improved safety
Steve Taranovich discuss about various ways to enhance Li-Ion batteries safety. Typically, Lithium-ion batteries are safe and reliable. Just think about the $28B market they had in 2013 with a relatively small amount of fires and explosions. But every fire and explosion incident has...
Continue ReadingA dual sensor fan controller build
Kerry Wong has designed and built a dual sensor fan controller: To make the design more useful, one channel is marked as optional (see components with * on the silkscreen) so that you can build either a single sensor fan controller or a dual sensor one. With two sensors, the control...
Continue ReadingWiLoader : The WiFi Programmer for Arduino & AVR
The new generation of programmers that use WiFi instead of cables. Program, control and monitor Robots, AVR and Arduino over WiFi. Have you ever thought of programming wirelessly ? WiLoader is the answer. But HOW ???? WiLoader easily connects to your WiFi network, then you can...
Continue ReadingWiFi enabled Motors
WiFi controllable motors for your many projects. An Open Source platform that anyone can use. Using our motors is as simple as joining your motors network (or adding the device to an existing network) and controlling it with any of our apps, its built it webpage, or just raw JSON...
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