Flex Power Modules’ BMR473 digital PoL regulator now available as SMD horizontal-mount version
The BMR473 digital non-isolated PoL converter from Flex Power Modules is now available in a surface-mount format with solder bump terminations. This new mechanical version is also suitable for reverse mounting during reflow-soldering. Dimensioned just 19 x 13 x 7.5 mm, the device...
Continue ReadingIntroducing the all new Maker Feather AIoT S3 to program ESP32-S3 using CircuitPython
The Cytron Maker Feather AIoT S3 is an ESP32-S3 board that fits the Adafruit Feather form factor. It is good for makers and STEM education because it has LEDs for GPIOs, a buzzer, expansion headers and connectors, and support for CircuitPython and Arduino. The WiFi and Bluetooth LE IoT...
Continue ReadingDemonstrating Automate Safe Cracking with an ESP8266 and a Stepper Motor
To recover a lost combination, we may see how YouTuber Zach Hipps designed and built a completely automated safe-breaking robot. Zach Hipps, who runs the YouTube channel Byte Sized Engineering, has a brother-in-law who put his safe's combination code inside the safe just before going on...
Continue ReadingExploring the PoE support of the M5Stack ESP32 module
A little module from M5Stack called the PoESP32 has an RJ45 connector that supports PoE (Power-over-Ethernet). Applications involving HTTP, MQTT, and related communication protocols can use the device. The ESP32-WROOM-32U modules are strong, generic Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Bluetooth LE...
Continue ReadingFeature Loaded New Camera Modules from Raspberry Pi
The Sony IMX708 12MP sensor-based camera modules with HDR and autofocus were just released in four different variations by Raspberry Pi. To target various applications, the new Camera Module 3 is also offered in Wide and NoIR variants. A 12MP stacked CMOS Sony IMX708 sensor is featured...
Continue ReadingDetect Carbon Monoxide using a Smart X-Sense Home Security App
Smart Carbon Monoxide Detector, X-Sense Wi-Fi CO Detector, Real-Time Push Notifications via X-Sense Home Security App, Replaceable Battery, Optional 24/7 Professional Monitoring Service, XC04-WX A carbon monoxide detector, also called a CO detector, is a device that senses carbon...
Continue ReadingEBOX-58 Industrial Mini PC comes with a range of Connectivity Options and Modern OS Support
Industrial mini PCs are compact computers designed for use in industrial environments. They are typically ruggedized and designed to withstand harsh conditions such as temperatures, vibrations, and dust. They also often come in a compact size, making them suitable for use in...
Continue ReadingGeniatech launches DS-3566 – a Digital Signage Player Based on Rockchip RK3566
Digital Signage boards are prevalent today, mainly because they are the most visually appealing mode of advertisement. These boards use SBC because they are compact, low-cost, and low-power. One such SBC is Geniatech’s DS-3566, it is a powerful yet efficient display SBC powered by a...
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