With Examples for Raspberry Pi Pico and ESP32 Creating and programming small electronic systems is now easier than ever before. With inexpensive development boards and modern software tools, anyone curious about embedded design can quickly move from an idea to a working piece of hardware. At the heart of this change is MicroPython—a clear, interactive, and beginner-friendly way to program microcontrollers while still remaining closely connected to the underlying electronics. This book introduces embedded programming through MicroPython on popular platforms such as the Raspberry Pi Pico and the ESP32. You will discover how to use microcontrollers for reading inputs, processing data, and controlling outputs in a predictable, real-time loop. With just a few lines of code, you can blink LEDs, read sensors, drive motors, and communicate with the outside world. The interactive REPL programming interface encourages experimentation and fast learning, making concepts tangible from the very first chapter. While different boards offer different capabilities, they all share the same core principles. Timers, GPIO, analog I/O, PWM, interrupts, and communication interfaces form the foundation of every embedded system. By focusing on these universal building blocks, this book helps you build skills that transfer across platforms and scale naturally toward more advanced development. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced programmer entering embedded systems, you will find that working with MicroPython is both practical and genuinely enjoyable.

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With Examples for Arduino UNO, Raspberry Pi Pico and ESP32 Programming small electronic systems has never been more accessible. Tasks that once demanded expensive tools, specialized hardware, and deep electrical engineering expertise can now be tackled with low-cost development boards and approachable software. At the centre of this shift is the Arduino environment, which provides a unified and familiar way to program a wide range of microcontroller platforms—from classic AVR boards like the Arduino UNO to modern ARM-based boards such as the Raspberry Pi Pico, and powerful Wi-Fi-enabled devices like the ESP32. This book introduces embedded programming through the core idea that defines all microcontrollers: reading inputs, processing information, and controlling outputs in a predictable loop. The Arduino environment abstracts much of the hardware complexity, allowing you to focus on behaviour rather than implementation details. With just a few lines of code, you can blink LEDs, read sensors, control motors, and communicate with other devices. While the Arduino UNO, Raspberry Pi Pico, and ESP32 boards differ greatly in performance and features, they share the same fundamental building blocks: digital and analog I/O, timers, serial communication, PWM, interrupts, and power management. Learning these concepts within the Arduino framework builds skills that transfer easily across platforms and scale toward more advanced applications. By exploring multiple boards while maintaining a consistent programming approach, this book helps you progress from simple experiments to confidently produce well-structured designs—showing that embedded development can be both practical and enjoyable.

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The Joy-Pi Note 2 is a portable, all-in-one electronics experimentation and learning platform, fully compatible with the Raspberry Pi 4 and 5. Combining an 11.6-inch IPS display, a detachable wireless keyboard, and a compact, robust housing, it provides a flexible environment for electronics development, programming, and education. With more than 45 hands-on courses and projects, the Joy-Pi Note 2 supports learning and experimentation with Python, Scratch, robotics, and IoT applications. Its integrated learning platform provides step-by-step instructions, making it suitable for beginners, students, educators, and experienced makers. The system features over 22 integrated sensors and modules, including temperature, light, motion, and distance sensors, as well as LED displays and motor interfaces. Additional connectivity options, including USB-C and GPIO expansion interfaces, allow users to develop and test their own projects. With support for the Raspberry Pi 5, the Joy-Pi Note 2 also benefits from improved processing power and graphics performance, making it a versatile platform for electronics education, prototyping, and advanced experimentation. Features Complete Electronics Experimentation Kit All-in-One Learning and Experimentation Platform Compatible with Raspberry Pi 4 & 5 Pre-installed Interactive Learning Platform Detachable Wireless Keyboard Integrated Storage Compartment for Power Bank and Accessories Specifications Display 11.6" LCD Display Camera 2 MP Learning platform 45+ courses & projects Displays 7-segment display, 16x2 display, 1.8" TFT display, 0.96" OLED display, 8x8 RGB matrix Power supply 5 V/5 A, USB-C Displays 7-segment display, 16x2 LCD module, 8x8 RGB matrix Sensors DHT temperature & humidity sensor, tilt sensor, motion sensor, sound sensor, touch sensor, RFID module, light sensor, ultrasonic sensor Motors Servo interface, stepper motor interface, vibration motor Control system Joystick, 4x4 button matrix, Raspberry Pi & PCV connection switch, motion sensor sensitivity controller, sound sensor sensitivity controller, 16x2 LCD module brightness controller Miscellaneous Relay, fan, GPIO extension, GPIO LED indicator, breadboard, IO/ ADC/I²C/UART extension interface, infrared sensor interface, buzzer, display driver Accessories RFID chip, RFID card, power supply unit, servo motor, stepper motor, infrared receiver, infrared remote control, DC motor with fan attachment, screwdriver, microSD card (32 GB), SD card reader, electronic accessories, wireless mouse, wireless keyboard Dimensions 291 x 190 x 46 mm Weight 1.3 kg Included Joy-Pi Note 2 Notebook Raspberry Pi 5 (8 GB RAM) Accessories USB-C power supply unit Quick start guide Downloads Joy-Pi website Datasheet

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Elektor GREEN en GOLD leden kunnen deze uitgave hier downloaden. Nog geen lid? Klik hier om een lidmaatschap af te sluiten. AI-tools voor hardwareprototypingWat helpt, wat niet, en waar de technicus nog steeds nodig is ZSWatch, van idee tot productDeel 1: Een volledig open smartwatch Drieweg toonregelingHigh-end, voor net dat beetje extra electronica Fast Forward 202610 jaar innovatie Microcontroller prototypingEen overzicht van populaire boards Prototype-breadboardsVreemde onderdelen, de serie Ontwerpen voor de ruimteEen makers-gids voor COTS-selectie, stralingsbestendigheid en missie-architectuur Thermisch beheer voor betrouwbare elektronicaWanneer elke graad telt Van concept naar gadgetHet ontwikkelen van embedded systemen die daadwerkelijk op de markt worden gebracht EMI-ferriet voor DCF77-antennesEen alternatief voor traditionele ferriet-antennekernen Een robotarm leren zien en bewegenAI-gestuurde manipulatie met een 3D-geprinte robotarm Elektor op 65-jarige leeftijdProjecten uit november en december van vroeger Lusantenne met RF-bouwstenenDeel 2: Signaalverwerking Van prototype tot productiePraktische lessen van de Elektor-community Project updatesFeedback, ideeën, correcties Draagbare audiogeneratorEen referentiesignaalbron voor een snelle installatie van audiosystemen AudiotronicaMeer vervorming en een versterker met niveauaanpassing 2026: Een AI-odysseeWanneer AI begint met het bouwen van AI Wireless Workshop (2)Radio Modules Ontsluierd: 2,4 GHz nRF24L01P Transceiver Het digitale pad De Ontwikkeling van een Open-Source SmartwatchDaniel Kampert over ZSWatch, Open Hardware en Engineering Trade-offs Hoe u zich voorbereidt op professionele SMD-assemblage Engineering weg van de WerkbankSysteemintegratie, probleemoplossing en praktijktesten Avionica instrument simulatorOp basis van de ESP32-S3, met rond HMI-scherm

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Elektor GREEN en GOLD leden kunnen deze uitgave hier downloaden. Nog geen lid? Klik hier om een lidmaatschap af te sluiten. AI-tools voor hardwareprototypingWat helpt, wat niet, en waar de technicus nog steeds nodig is ZSWatch, van idee tot productDeel 1: Een volledig open smartwatch Drieweg toonregelingHigh-end, voor net dat beetje extra electronica Fast Forward 202610 jaar innovatie Microcontroller prototypingEen overzicht van populaire boards Prototype-breadboardsVreemde onderdelen, de serie Ontwerpen voor de ruimteEen makers-gids voor COTS-selectie, stralingsbestendigheid en missie-architectuur Thermisch beheer voor betrouwbare elektronicaWanneer elke graad telt Van concept naar gadgetHet ontwikkelen van embedded systemen die daadwerkelijk op de markt worden gebracht EMI-ferriet voor DCF77-antennesEen alternatief voor traditionele ferriet-antennekernen Een robotarm leren zien en bewegenAI-gestuurde manipulatie met een 3D-geprinte robotarm Elektor op 65-jarige leeftijdProjecten uit november en december van vroeger Lusantenne met RF-bouwstenenDeel 2: Signaalverwerking Van prototype tot productiePraktische lessen van de Elektor-community Project updatesFeedback, ideeën, correcties Draagbare audiogeneratorEen referentiesignaalbron voor een snelle installatie van audiosystemen AudiotronicaMeer vervorming en een versterker met niveauaanpassing 2026: Een AI-odysseeWanneer AI begint met het bouwen van AI Wireless Workshop (2)Radio Modules Ontsluierd: 2,4 GHz nRF24L01P Transceiver Het digitale pad De Ontwikkeling van een Open-Source SmartwatchDaniel Kampert over ZSWatch, Open Hardware en Engineering Trade-offs Hoe u zich voorbereidt op professionele SMD-assemblage Engineering weg van de WerkbankSysteemintegratie, probleemoplossing en praktijktesten Avionica instrument simulatorOp basis van de ESP32-S3, met rond HMI-scherm

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Le téléchargement intégral de ce numéro est disponible pour nos membres GOLD et GREEN sur le site Elektor Magazine ! Pas encore membre ? Cliquez ici. outils d'IA pour le prototypage matérielCe qui est utile, ce qui ne l’est pas, et ce qui reste du ressort de l’ingénieur ZSWatch : de l'idée au produitPartie 1 : une montre connectée entièrement open source correcteur de tonalité à trois voiesHaut de gamme – pour une touche supplémentaire electronica Fast Forward 202610 années d'innovation prototypage avec des microcontrôleursUn aperçu des cartes de développement les plus populaires plaques d'essai pour prototypageDrôles de composants, la série concevoir pour l'orbiteGuide du maker pour la sélection de composants, la résilience aux rayonnements et l'architecture de mission gestion thermique pour des systèmes électroniques fiablesQuand chaque degré compte du concept au produit finiConcevoir des systèmes embarqués prêts à la commercialisation Lusight : écrans électroniques souples commandés avec votre téléphoneDécouvrez ce que cache le badge sur la couverture de l’édition electronica d’Elektor apprendre à un bras robotique à voir et à se déplacerManipulation d'objets par IA avec un bras robotique imprimé en 3D Elektor à 65 ansProjets des numéros de novembre et décembre antenne en boucle avec blocs RFPartie 2 : traitement du signal du prototype à la productionLeçons pratiques de la communauté Elektor projet 2.0Retours, idées, corrections générateur audio portableUne source de signal de référence pour la configuration rapide des systèmes audio audiotroniquePlus sur la distorsion, et un ampli d'adaptation de niveau 2026 : une odyssée de l'IAQuand l'IA contribue a son propre développement atelier sans fil (2)Modules radio expliqués : émetteur-récepteur nRF24L01P à 2,4 GHz La voie du numérique construction d'une montre connectée open sourceDaniel Kampert avec la ZSWatch, le matériel libre et les compromis techniques comment se préparer pour l'assemblage SMD professionnel l’ingénierie au-delà de l’établiIntégration des systèmes, dépannage et essais en conditions réelles. simulateur d'instruments avioniquesESP32-S3, avec écran HMI ron

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Le téléchargement intégral de ce numéro est disponible pour nos membres GOLD et GREEN sur le site Elektor Magazine ! Pas encore membre ? Cliquez ici. outils d'IA pour le prototypage matérielCe qui est utile, ce qui ne l’est pas, et ce qui reste du ressort de l’ingénieur ZSWatch : de l'idée au produitPartie 1 : une montre connectée entièrement open source correcteur de tonalité à trois voiesHaut de gamme – pour une touche supplémentaire electronica Fast Forward 202610 années d'innovation prototypage avec des microcontrôleursUn aperçu des cartes de développement les plus populaires plaques d'essai pour prototypageDrôles de composants, la série concevoir pour l'orbiteGuide du maker pour la sélection de composants, la résilience aux rayonnements et l'architecture de mission gestion thermique pour des systèmes électroniques fiablesQuand chaque degré compte du concept au produit finiConcevoir des systèmes embarqués prêts à la commercialisation Lusight : écrans électroniques souples commandés avec votre téléphoneDécouvrez ce que cache le badge sur la couverture de l’édition electronica d’Elektor apprendre à un bras robotique à voir et à se déplacerManipulation d'objets par IA avec un bras robotique imprimé en 3D Elektor à 65 ansProjets des numéros de novembre et décembre antenne en boucle avec blocs RFPartie 2 : traitement du signal du prototype à la productionLeçons pratiques de la communauté Elektor projet 2.0Retours, idées, corrections générateur audio portableUne source de signal de référence pour la configuration rapide des systèmes audio audiotroniquePlus sur la distorsion, et un ampli d'adaptation de niveau 2026 : une odyssée de l'IAQuand l'IA contribue a son propre développement atelier sans fil (2)Modules radio expliqués : émetteur-récepteur nRF24L01P à 2,4 GHz La voie du numérique construction d'une montre connectée open sourceDaniel Kampert avec la ZSWatch, le matériel libre et les compromis techniques comment se préparer pour l'assemblage SMD professionnel l’ingénierie au-delà de l’établiIntégration des systèmes, dépannage et essais en conditions réelles. simulateur d'instruments avioniquesESP32-S3, avec écran HMI ron

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Elektor GREEN and GOLD members can download their digital edition here. Not a member yet? Click here. AI Tools for Hardware PrototypingWhat Helps, What Does Not, and Where the Engineer Still Has to Sit ZSWatch — From Idea to ProductPart 1: A Completely Open Smartwatch Three-Way Tone ControlHigh-End — For That Little Bit Extra electronica Fast Forward 202610 Years of Innovation Microcontroller PrototypingAn Overview of Popular Boards Prototyping BreadboardsPeculiar Parts, the Series Designing for OrbitA Maker’s Guide to COTS Selection, Radiation Resilience, and Mission Architecture Thermal Management for Reliable ElectronicsWhen Every Degree Counts From Concept to GadgetBuilding Embedded Systems That Ship Understanding the EU Cyber Resilience ActWhat the CRA Demands and How to Meet It: A Guide for Embedded Engineers Lusight: Printed Displays You Can Reveal with Your PhoneDiscover What Is Inside the Badge on the Cover of Elektor’s electronica Edition Teaching a Robot Arm to See and MoveAI-Driven Manipulation Using a 3D-Printed Robot Loop Antenna with RF BricksPart 2: Signal Processing From Prototype to ProductionPractical Lessons from the Elektor Community Project UpdatesFeedback, Ideas, Corrections Handheld Audio GeneratorA Reference Signal Source for Quick Audio Systems Setup AudiotronicsMore Distortion, and a Level-Matching Amplifier 2026: An AI OdysseyWhen AI Starts Building AI Wireless Workshop (2)Radio Modules Unlocked: 2.4-GHz nRF24L01P Transceiver The Digital Path Building an Open-Source SmartwatchDaniel Kampert on ZSWatch, Open Hardware, and Engineering Trade-Offs How to Prepare for Professional SMD Assembly Engineering Beyond the BenchSystem Integration, Troubleshooting, and Real-World Testing Elektor at 65Projects from Novembers and Decembers Past Avionics Instrument SimulatorESP32-S3-Based, with Round HMI Display

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Elektor GREEN and GOLD members can download their digital edition here. Not a member yet? Click here. AI Tools for Hardware PrototypingWhat Helps, What Does Not, and Where the Engineer Still Has to Sit ZSWatch — From Idea to ProductPart 1: A Completely Open Smartwatch Three-Way Tone ControlHigh-End — For That Little Bit Extra electronica Fast Forward 202610 Years of Innovation Microcontroller PrototypingAn Overview of Popular Boards Prototyping BreadboardsPeculiar Parts, the Series Designing for OrbitA Maker’s Guide to COTS Selection, Radiation Resilience, and Mission Architecture Thermal Management for Reliable ElectronicsWhen Every Degree Counts From Concept to GadgetBuilding Embedded Systems That Ship Understanding the EU Cyber Resilience ActWhat the CRA Demands and How to Meet It: A Guide for Embedded Engineers Lusight: Printed Displays You Can Reveal with Your PhoneDiscover What Is Inside the Badge on the Cover of Elektor’s electronica Edition Teaching a Robot Arm to See and MoveAI-Driven Manipulation Using a 3D-Printed Robot Loop Antenna with RF BricksPart 2: Signal Processing From Prototype to ProductionPractical Lessons from the Elektor Community Project UpdatesFeedback, Ideas, Corrections Handheld Audio GeneratorA Reference Signal Source for Quick Audio Systems Setup AudiotronicsMore Distortion, and a Level-Matching Amplifier 2026: An AI OdysseyWhen AI Starts Building AI Wireless Workshop (2)Radio Modules Unlocked: 2.4-GHz nRF24L01P Transceiver The Digital Path Building an Open-Source SmartwatchDaniel Kampert on ZSWatch, Open Hardware, and Engineering Trade-Offs How to Prepare for Professional SMD Assembly Engineering Beyond the BenchSystem Integration, Troubleshooting, and Real-World Testing Elektor at 65Projects from Novembers and Decembers Past Avionics Instrument SimulatorESP32-S3-Based, with Round HMI Display

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Diese Ausgabe steht allen GOLD- und GREEN-Mitgliedern auf der ElektorMagazine-Website zum Download bereit! Sie sind noch kein Mitglied? Hier klicken! KI-Tools für das Hardware-PrototypingWas hilft, was nicht – und wo der Entwickler noch gebraucht wird ZSWatch – von der Idee zum ProduktTeil 1: Eine vollkommen offene Smartwatch Dreifach-KlangregelungHigh-End – für das gewisse Etwas electronica Fast Forward 2026Zehn Jahre Innovation Mikrocontroller-PrototypingEin Überblick über beliebte Boards Prototyping-SteckbretterBemerkenswerte Bauteile – die Serie Für den Orbit bauenEin Leitfaden für Maker zur COTS-Auswahl, Strahlungsresistenz und Missionsarchitektur Thermomanagement für zuverlässige ElektronikWenn jedes Grad zählt Vom Konzept zum ProduktEntwicklung marktreifer Embedded-Systeme EMI-Ferrite als DCF77-AntennenErsatz für klassische Ferritantennen-Kerne Einem Roboterarm das Sehen und Bewegen beibringenKI-gesteuerte Manipulation mit einem 3D-gedruckten Roboter Elektor ist 65Projekte aus früheren November/Dezember-Ausgaben Loop-Antenne mit RF BricksTeil 2: Signalverarbeitung Vom Prototyp zur ProduktionPraxis-Tipps aus der Elektor-Community Projekt-UpdatesFeedback, Ideen, Korrekturen Handlicher AudiogeneratorEin Referenzsignalquelle für die schnelle Einrichtung von Audiosystemen AudiotronicsMehr zu Verzerrungen und ein Pegelanpassungsverstärker 2026: Eine KI-OdysseeWenn KI beginnt, KI zu erschaffen Wireless Workshop (2)Freigeschaltetes Funkmodul: 2,4-GHz-Transceiver nRF24L01P Der digitale Weg Die Entwicklung einer Open-Source-SmartwatchDaniel Kampert über die ZSWatch, offene Hardware und technische Kompromisse Wie man sich auf professionelle SMD-Bestückung vorbereitet Entwicklung jenseits der WerkbankSystemintegration, Fehlerbehebung und Praxistests Avionik-InstrumentensimulatorESP32-S3-basiert, mit rundem HMI-Display

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Diese Ausgabe steht allen GOLD- und GREEN-Mitgliedern auf der ElektorMagazine-Website zum Download bereit! Sie sind noch kein Mitglied? Hier klicken! KI-Tools für das Hardware-PrototypingWas hilft, was nicht – und wo der Entwickler noch gebraucht wird ZSWatch – von der Idee zum ProduktTeil 1: Eine vollkommen offene Smartwatch Dreifach-KlangregelungHigh-End – für das gewisse Etwas electronica Fast Forward 2026Zehn Jahre Innovation Mikrocontroller-PrototypingEin Überblick über beliebte Boards Prototyping-SteckbretterBemerkenswerte Bauteile – die Serie Für den Orbit bauenEin Leitfaden für Maker zur COTS-Auswahl, Strahlungsresistenz und Missionsarchitektur Thermomanagement für zuverlässige ElektronikWenn jedes Grad zählt Vom Konzept zum ProduktEntwicklung marktreifer Embedded-Systeme EMI-Ferrite als DCF77-AntennenErsatz für klassische Ferritantennen-Kerne Einem Roboterarm das Sehen und Bewegen beibringenKI-gesteuerte Manipulation mit einem 3D-gedruckten Roboter Elektor ist 65Projekte aus früheren November/Dezember-Ausgaben Loop-Antenne mit RF BricksTeil 2: Signalverarbeitung Vom Prototyp zur ProduktionPraxis-Tipps aus der Elektor-Community Projekt-UpdatesFeedback, Ideen, Korrekturen Handlicher AudiogeneratorEin Referenzsignalquelle für die schnelle Einrichtung von Audiosystemen AudiotronicsMehr zu Verzerrungen und ein Pegelanpassungsverstärker 2026: Eine KI-OdysseeWenn KI beginnt, KI zu erschaffen Wireless Workshop (2)Freigeschaltetes Funkmodul: 2,4-GHz-Transceiver nRF24L01P Der digitale Weg Die Entwicklung einer Open-Source-SmartwatchDaniel Kampert über die ZSWatch, offene Hardware und technische Kompromisse Wie man sich auf professionelle SMD-Bestückung vorbereitet Entwicklung jenseits der WerkbankSystemintegration, Fehlerbehebung und Praxistests Avionik-InstrumentensimulatorESP32-S3-basiert, mit rundem HMI-Display

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The FNIRSI HT-P1B Pro is a compact mini hot plate designed for PCB soldering, desoldering, and SMD rework. With up to 150 W of heating power, precise PID temperature control, and an adjustable temperature range of 100°C to 350°C, it delivers fast and stable heating for electronics projects. The 50 x 50 mm heating surface is ideal for small PCBs and electronic components. Two operating modes – constant temperature heating and simulated reflow soldering – provide flexibility for different applications. A 1.44-inch color display, three temperature presets, and built-in safety features ensure convenient operation. With DC and USB-C PD 3.1 support, a compact design, and an included 100 W USB-C charger, the HT-P1B Pro is a practical tool for makers, electronics enthusiasts, and repair professionals. Features Up to 150 W Heating Power: Fast heating with adjustable power settings from 30 W to 150 W. Precise PID Temperature Control: Adjustable range from 100°C to 350°C with ±3°C temperature stability. Dual Operating Modes: Constant temperature heating and simulated reflow soldering. 50 × 50 mm Heating Surface: Ideal for small PCBs, SMD soldering, and component rework. Flexible Power Input: DC 12-28 V (up to 150 W) and USB-C PD 3.1 (up to 140 W). Three Temperature Presets: Quick access to frequently used temperature settings. 1.44-inch Color Display: Shows temperature, voltage, power, heating time, and operating status. Built-in Safety Features: Over-temperature, low-voltage, prolonged-heating, and tilt protection. Specifications Power Input DC 12-28 V / USB-C PD Power Range 30-150 W Standby Power 1.6 W Temperature Range 100-350°C (212-662°F) Temperature Stability ±3°C Heating Area 50 x 50 mm Display 1.44" Color Screen Tilt Detection 20°-50° Protocol PD 3.1 Dimensions 68.8 x 81.8 x 44.5 mm Weight 157 g Included 1x FNIRSI HT-P1B Preheating Station 1x FNIRSI 100 W PD GaN Charger (EU) 1x FNIRSI 100 W USB-C Fast-charging Cable 1x Heat-Resistant Silicone Cover 1x Storage Case 1x Manual Downloads Manual

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The FNIRSI HS-03 Cordless Soldering Iron combines portability with precise temperature control for electronics repair, SMD soldering, and field applications. Featuring a replaceable 2600 mAh battery, rapid heating, and USB-C power support, it delivers flexible and reliable performance wherever you work. Features 2600 mAh Replaceable Battery for cordless operation Dual Power Mode: Battery or USB-C Fast Heating: Melts solder in just 7 seconds Temperature Range: 100–450°C (212-842°F) PID Temperature Control for stable heating 5 Temperature Presets for quick adjustments 0.96" IPS Display for real-time monitoring Automatic Sleep & Standby to save power F210 Soldering Tips for precision work Compact, Ergonomic Design with silicone grip Specifications Working Voltage 5 V Temperature range 100-450°C (212-842°F) Display 0.96" IPS HD Color Screen Soldering iron tip F210 Battery 18650 Li-Ion (2600 mAh) Power 10 W (max) Power supply USB-C Weight 134 g Included 1x FNIRSI HS-03 Soldering Iron with integrated Battery 3x Tips: 1x K-Tip (Knife Blades), 1x I-Tip (Extra Sharp), 1x IS-Tip (Bent Hook) 1x Pen Cap 1x Screwdriver 1x USB Cable 1x Storage Box 1x Manual Downloads Manual Firmware V1.2.0

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3K5 Noteworthy Designs (1975-2026) This USB archive stick contains over 3,500 noteworthy circuits from all areas of electronics (audio & video, hobby & modelling, home & garden, test & measurement, computers & microcontrollers, radio, power supplies & batteries) published in Elektor Magazine since 1975. Most circuits are sourced from the Elektor Summer Circuits editions. You can use the article search function to find specific content in the full text. The results are always shown as preformatted PDF documents. Adobe Reader may be used to browse articles as well as find individual words and expressions using the program’s integrated Search functions. Please note that no Summer Circuits editions were published between 2014 and 2022, so these years are not included in the directory. Specifications Storage 16 GB Connectors 1x USB-A1x USB-C

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Theory, LTspice Simulation, and Hands-On Projects MOSFETs are essential components in modern electronics, used in switching, amplification, motor control, power conversion, digital logic, and audio circuits. This book offers a practical introduction to MOSFET technology, combining clear explanations with LTspice simulations and hands-on projects. Starting with semiconductor fundamentals, you will learn how MOSFETs operate, how they compare with BJTs, and how to apply them in real circuits. The book then progresses from basic switching applications to more advanced designs. You will learn how to: Understand N-channel and P-channel MOSFET operation Work with cutoff, triode, and saturation regions Simulate and analyze circuits using LTspice Build switching circuits for LEDs, relays, buzzers, sensors, and motors Create sensor circuits for light, temperature, touch, tilt, reed switches, and PIR motion detection Control motors and fans using PWM and H-bridge circuits Design MOSFET small-signal amplifiers Build astable, Colpitts, Hartley, phase-shift, and Pierce oscillators Experiment with MOSFET digital logic Explore buck and boost DC-DC converters Understand the basics of MOSFET audio power amplifiers Written for engineers, students, and experienced makers, this book connects theory with simulation and practical construction, giving you the knowledge and experience to design and experiment with MOSFET circuits with confidence.

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Theory, LTspice Simulation, and Hands-On Projects MOSFETs are essential components in modern electronics, used in switching, amplification, motor control, power conversion, digital logic, and audio circuits. This book offers a practical introduction to MOSFET technology, combining clear explanations with LTspice simulations and hands-on projects. Starting with semiconductor fundamentals, you will learn how MOSFETs operate, how they compare with BJTs, and how to apply them in real circuits. The book then progresses from basic switching applications to more advanced designs. You will learn how to: Understand N-channel and P-channel MOSFET operation Work with cutoff, triode, and saturation regions Simulate and analyze circuits using LTspice Build switching circuits for LEDs, relays, buzzers, sensors, and motors Create sensor circuits for light, temperature, touch, tilt, reed switches, and PIR motion detection Control motors and fans using PWM and H-bridge circuits Design MOSFET small-signal amplifiers Build astable, Colpitts, Hartley, phase-shift, and Pierce oscillators Experiment with MOSFET digital logic Explore buck and boost DC-DC converters Understand the basics of MOSFET audio power amplifiers Written for engineers, students, and experienced makers, this book connects theory with simulation and practical construction, giving you the knowledge and experience to design and experiment with MOSFET circuits with confidence.

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This complete STM32 microcontroller programming course features a textbook, a component kit, hands-on projects, and a comprehensive online course. It is ideal for step-by-step learning of embedded systems programming in MicroPython using a practical, hands-on approach. A Practical Introduction to Embedded Systems with the STM32 This course is designed for people who are new to embedded systems and looking for a structured, example-driven way to get started. A kit of parts comprising LEDs and resistors, switches, sensors and actuators, displays, a breadboard and wires, and more is included. These are used in the course to illustrate example applications. No prior experience with MicroPython or embedded development is required. Each section features hands-on examples and mini projects designed to reinforce key concepts and inspire deeper exploration. By the end of the course, you’ll be able not only to reproduce the examples but also to build on them with your own ideas and applications. What Will You Learn? Microcontroller programming in MicroPython on the STM32 using the Thonny IDE Working with Digital I/O, read buttons and encoders, control LEDs and relays Read analog inputs, voltages, and analog sensors Generating analog output signals and PWM Use serial communication like UART, I²C and SPI to control displays and read digital sensors and SD cards Managing time Working with interrupts Real-time sensor input and control via buttons, LEDs, and displays Control actuators like relays and servo motors Who Is It For? Students and self-learners exploring embedded systems Makers and IoT enthusiasts looking to improve their hardware skills Educators and trainers seeking ready-to-teach material What's Inside the Box? Access to the full course on the Elektor Academy Pro Learning Platform STM32 NUCLEO-F411RE microcontroller board Book: MicroPython for STM32 Downloadable project files for every module Component Box: 2× LED, red, 5 mm LED, green, 5 mm 3× Resistor, 470 Ω, 0.25 W LDR Potentiometer, 10 kΩ, linear Pushbutton Rotary encoder module Relay module DHT22 Humidity & Temperature Sensor TM1637-compatible 4-digit 7-segment display MPU-6050 IMU with headers SSD1306-compatible I²C OLED display Micro SD card adapter with header Buzzer SG90 Micro Servo ILI9341-compatible SPI 240×320 TFT display 20× Jumper wires Breadboard

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The FNIRSI DLA Series combines high-performance USB 3.0 logic analysis with flexible multi-channel signal capture for debugging and analyzing digital circuits and embedded systems. The series is available in two versions: the DLA-16 Plus with 16 digital channels and the DLA-32 Plus with 32 digital channels. Both models offer sampling rates of up to 1 GSa/s, 4 Gbit of onboard memory, and support for 120+ protocol decoders. With Buffer, Stream, and Roll acquisition modes, they are suitable for both high-speed signal analysis and long-term monitoring. Choose the DLA-16 Plus for higher sampling rates when using all channels, or the DLA-32 Plus when you need more channels and advanced serial and parallel triggering. Features Available with 16 or 32 digital input channels Up to 1 GSa/s sampling rate DLA-16 Plus: up to 500 MSa/s with all 16 channels DLA-32 Plus: up to 250 MSa/s with all 32 channels 4 Gbit onboard memory High-speed USB 3.0 interface Acquisition modes: Buffer, Stream, and Roll Support for 120+ protocol decoders Advanced triggering options 4 PWM outputs with 1 Hz–20 MHz frequency range CSV and BIN data export Specifications DLA-16 Plus DLA-32 Plus Digital Channels 16 32 Max. Sampling Rate 1 GSa/s Sampling Rate (1 Channel) 1 GSa/s Sampling Rate (8 Channels) 1 GSa/s Max. Buffer Sampling 16 CH @ 500 MSa/s 32 CH @ 250 MSa/s Max. Stream Sampling 16 CH @ 125 MSa/s 32 CH @ 50 MSa/s Hardware Memory 4 Gbit Interface USB 3.0 / USB-C Max. USB Transfer Rate 5 Gbit/s Acquisition Modes Buffer / Stream / Roll Protocol Decoders 120+ Custom Protocol Support Yes Trigger Modes Rising Edge, Falling Edge, High, Low, Any Edge Advanced Trigger Standard Triggering Serial and Parallel Parallel Trigger Stages – Up to 16 PWM Outputs 4 PWM Output Voltage 3.3 V PWM Frequency 1 Hz–20 MHz Data Export CSV, BIN Dimensions 90 x 81 x 11.5 mm Included 1x FNIRSI DLA-16/32 Plus Logic Analyzer 4 Sets x 5 Shielded Cables 18x Mini IC Test Hooks (High Configuration Version) 1x USB 3.0 Data Cable 10x IC Test Hooks 1x Transparent Storage Case for Test Hooks 1x Storage Bag 1x Manual Downloads Manual Software for Windows Software for macOS (Apple Silicon) Software for macOS (Intel)

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Learning Embedded Systems with STM32 Nucleo Boards Programming compact electronic systems is now easier to get started with than ever before. Affordable development boards, powerful software tools, and readily available documentation make it possible to turn an idea into a working prototype in very little time. MicroPython plays an important role in this development by offering a readable, interactive way to control microcontrollers while still providing direct access to their hardware features. This book explores embedded programming with MicroPython using an STM32-based Nucleo board. It shows how a microcontroller continuously interacts with its environment by reading inputs, processing information, and controlling outputs. Step by step, you will learn to flash LEDs, measure analog signals, work with sensors, control actuators, and exchange data with other devices. The built-in REPL makes it easy to test instructions immediately, inspect results, and learn through experimentation. Although microcontroller boards differ in size, speed, memory, and peripherals, the fundamental concepts remain largely the same. Digital input and output, analog conversion, timers, PWM, interrupts, and serial communication are the essential building blocks of embedded applications. By concentrating on these transferable principles, the book provides a foundation that remains useful when moving to other boards, processors, or development environments. It is intended both for newcomers and for programmers who want to expand into embedded systems. MicroPython offers a practical route into this field, combining quick results with a clear understanding of how software and hardware work together.

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Learning Embedded Systems with STM32 Nucleo Boards Embedded programming has become more accessible than ever before. Development boards are inexpensive, software tools are easy to install, and the Arduino IDE provides a familiar environment for creating embedded applications. Combined with the STM32 Nucleo family of development boards, it offers an excellent platform for learning how modern microcontrollers interact with the physical world. This book introduces embedded programming using the Arduino environment on STM32 Nucleo boards. You will learn how a microcontroller continuously reads inputs, processes information, and controls outputs in a predictable real-time loop. Through practical examples, you will discover how to control LEDs, read switches and sensors, generate PWM signals, drive motors, and exchange data with other devices, all while becoming familiar with the capabilities of STM32 microcontrollers. Although the STM32 family includes devices with different performance levels, memory sizes, and peripheral sets, they all share the same architectural concepts. Digital and analog I/O, timers, interrupts, PWM, communication interfaces, and low-power operation are fundamental features found throughout the STM32 ecosystem. Understanding these building blocks will enable you to work confidently with a wide range of STM32 devices, from entry-level microcontrollers to more advanced applications. By focusing on practical programming techniques rather than hardware complexity, this book develops skills that remain useful well beyond the examples presented. Whether you are taking your first steps in embedded systems or expanding your experience with STM32 microcontrollers, you will gain a solid understanding of both the Arduino development environment and the principles that underpin embedded software design.

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If you can describe it, you can build it AI coding assistants are changing what makers and solopreneurs can build. Tasks that once demanded weeks of learning a new language, framework, or software stack can now be delegated to an AI—provided you know how to describe the job, judge the result, and keep control of the process. The Maker’s Guide to AI Coding is a practical guide to doing exactly that. It explains how to work with AI coding tools as collaborators rather than vending machines, how much to delegate, how to write specifications that produce useful results, and how to recognise hallucinations, context drift, overconfidence, and code that runs but is still wrong. The book is built around four increasingly ambitious projects. You begin with a browser-based RC filter analyser, then develop a live serial data plotter for Arduino and other microcontrollers. Next comes a datasheet questionand- answer tool using retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), followed by a complete multi-user resource booking system with authentication, a database, external services, background jobs, and deployment. No advanced programming background is required. The emphasis is on thinking clearly, guiding the AI, testing what it produces, and preserving the skills needed to evaluate its work. Along the way, you learn development workflow designed to remain useful as tools evolve. If you can describe what you want to build, this book shows you how to turn that description into working software.

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If you can describe it, you can build it AI coding assistants are changing what makers and solopreneurs can build. Tasks that once demanded weeks of learning a new language, framework, or software stack can now be delegated to an AI—provided you know how to describe the job, judge the result, and keep control of the process. The Maker’s Guide to AI Coding is a practical guide to doing exactly that. It explains how to work with AI coding tools as collaborators rather than vending machines, how much to delegate, how to write specifications that produce useful results, and how to recognise hallucinations, context drift, overconfidence, and code that runs but is still wrong. The book is built around four increasingly ambitious projects. You begin with a browser-based RC filter analyser, then develop a live serial data plotter for Arduino and other microcontrollers. Next comes a datasheet questionand- answer tool using retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), followed by a complete multi-user resource booking system with authentication, a database, external services, background jobs, and deployment. No advanced programming background is required. The emphasis is on thinking clearly, guiding the AI, testing what it produces, and preserving the skills needed to evaluate its work. Along the way, you learn development workflow designed to remain useful as tools evolve. If you can describe what you want to build, this book shows you how to turn that description into working software.

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LoRaWAN, Sigfox, NB-IoT & LTE-M Compared The Internet of Things depends on a critical question. How do you connect devices that must operate for years on tiny batteries, often miles from the nearest power outlet? This Elektor Technical Brief provides a practical guide to the technologies that have become the backbone of long-range, low-power IoT connectivity. Compiled by the Elektor Content Team, this concise technical brief examines the real engineering tradeoffs behind today’s leading Low-Power Wide-Area Network (LPWAN) technologies: LoRaWAN, Sigfox, NB-IoT, and LTE-M. By referencing a wide range of Elektor articles and other online content, this document explains why link budget, noise, bandwidth, and power consumption ultimately determine system performance. From there, it explores the architectures, strengths, limitations, and deployment realities of each major LPWAN technology, helping you understand not just how they work, but when and why to use them. Whether you’re designing smart meters, industrial sensors, agricultural monitoring systems, asset trackers, or connected infrastructure, this guide provides the insights needed to make informed connectivity decisions. Along the way, you’ll discover: Why LPWAN technologies emerged and where they fit in the IoT landscape The RF fundamentals that drive range, reliability, and battery life Details about LoRaWAN, Sigfox, NB-IoT, and LTE-M Practical comparisons of power, coverage, latency, cost, and deployment models Guidance for selecting the right LPWAN technology for your application Emerging trends shaping the future of long-range IoT connectivity Clear, accessible, and grounded in real engineering practice, this Technical Brief helps you move beyond specifications and marketing claims to understand what matters most. If you’re building connected products that need to survive in the field — not just in the lab — this is the LPWAN guide you’ll want at your side. Elektor helped launch the first wave of electronics makers in 1961. Since then, our global community has grown by hundreds of thousands of active members (comprising professional engineers, makers, and students) and more than 500 contributing experts. Every day, we inspire members to design and earn money with electronics.

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Vom Messwert zur stabilen Entscheidung Wie wird aus einem einfachen Mikrocontroller ein intelligentes System, das Sensorwerte erfasst, verarbeitet und sinnvoll darauf reagiert? Dieses Buch zeigt es Ihnen Schritt für Schritt – verständlich, praxisnah und ohne unnötige Vorkenntnisse. Sie beginnen mit den Grundlagen der digitalen und analogen Ein- und Ausgänge. Anschließend lernen Sie, wie Sensorwerte gelesen, geglättet und zuverlässig bewertet werden. Anschauliche Beispiele erklären, warum einzelne Messwerte oft täuschen können und wie Mittelwertbildung, Hysterese und einfache Entscheidungsregeln für stabile Ergebnisse sorgen. Nach und nach erweitern Sie Ihre Projekte um Displays, I²C-Kommunikation und mehrere vernetzte Mikrocontroller. So entstehen verteilte Systeme, in denen Raspberry Pi Pico und ATtiny-Controller Daten austauschen und gemeinsam Aufgaben übernehmen. Im fortgeschrittenen Teil erhalten Sie einen leicht verständlichen Einstieg in Merkmalsbildung, Datenvorverarbeitung, hybride Entscheidungsmodelle und TinyML-nahe Anwendungen. Dabei verbinden Sie klassische Regelungstechnik mit modernen datenbasierten Methoden. Alle Projekte werden von ausführlich kommentierten Programmen in C und MicroPython begleitet. Das Buch richtet sich an Einsteiger, Maker, Studierende und alle, die Embedded-Systeme von Grund auf verstehen möchten. Am Ende können Sie eigene Systeme entwickeln, die nicht nur messen, sondern Informationen auswerten, zuverlässige Entscheidungen treffen und gezielt reagieren.

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