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Learn to 3D Model & 3D Print with Tinkercad With this book and the complementary videos, you’ll be 3D printing in no time at all. This course is meant to have you make casings for electronic components but also goes into optimizing your print technique as well as adding a little flair to your 3D creations. The course is perfect for you if you just bought your (first) 3D printer and want to print your own designs as soon as possible while also being able to get more background information. You’ll get to know the workings of a 3D printer and what software to use to model your object, not forgetting to make it print perfectly. We’ll even use the magic of 3D printing to create things that appear impossible to make (this fast and simple) with any other rapid-prototyping technique. At the end of this course, it’ll be second nature for you to design an object for 3D printing and fine-tune your print-setting to get the perfect print! The book includes the following 7 video tutorials: Introduction Basic 3D modeling for 3D printing Modeling a casing Post-processing Pushing the limits Movable parts Snap fits

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A Combat Guide against E-waste and Throwawayism This book is for anyone who enjoys tinkering with analog and digital hardware electronics. Regardless of the sophistication of your workspace, only basic tools are required to achieve truly satisfying results. It is intended as a reference guide among other hardware repair publications you may have in your library. However, the book goes a step further than most other repair guides in addressing issues in the modern era of discarded electronics called e-waste. E-waste should be put to good use. Producing anything new requires not just precious resources and labor, but also energy to make and deliver it to global retail shelves. Your talents and love of electronics can be put to good use by rescuing and resurrecting at least selected units from this endless stream of e-waste. Examples include either restoring through repair, or salvaging reusable electronic and mechanical components for your next project. Smart tips are provided throughout the book, and much information is tabulated for easy reference. The book expands age-old repair and hacking techniques applied for repair on the workbench into clever methods and applications to achieve effective results with discarded or “non-servicable” electronic consumer products. The final chapter provides real-life examples using all of the previously discussed content in a summarized form for each example repair type.

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35 Touch Develop & MicroPython Projects The BBC micro:bit is a credit sized computer based on a highly popular and high performance ARM processor. The device is designed by a group of 29 partners for use in computer education in the UK and will be given free of charge to every secondary school student in the UK. The device is based on the Cortex-M0 processor and it measures 4 x 5 cm. It includes several important sensors and modules such as an accelerometer, magnetometer, 25 LEDs, 2 programmable push-button switches, Bluetooth connectivity, micro USB socket, 5 ring type connectors, and a 23-pin edge connector. The device can be powered from its micro USB port by connecting it to a PC, or two external AAA type batteries can be used. This book is about the use of the BBC micro:bit computer in practical projects. The BBC micro:bit computer can be programmed using several different programming languages, such as Microsoft Block Editor, Microsoft Touch Develop, MicroPython, and JavaScript. The book makes a brief introduction to the Touch Develop programming language and the MicroPython programming language. It then gives 35 example working and tested projects using these language. Readers who learn to program in Touch Develop and MicroPython should find it very easy to program using the Block Editor or any other languages. The following are given for each project: Title of the project Description of the project Aim of the project Touch Develop and MicroPython program listings Complete program listings are given for each project. In addition, working principles of the projects are described briefly in each section. Readers are encouraged to go through the projects in the order given in the book.

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Dit praktijkboek richt zich tot iedereen die geïnteresseerd is in de techniek, de planning, de opbouw en het mogelijke rendement van zonnestroominstallaties. Het boek bevat veel nuttige informatie, van de principes van het genereren van stroom uit zonlicht via de dimensionering van leidingen, de werking van omvormers, laadregelaars en accuʻs tot en met de beschrijving van complete autonome of netgekoppelde fotovoltaïsche generatoren. Zowel de leek als de (meer of minder ervaren) elektrotechnicus kan dit boek ook als leidraad gebruiken bij de aansluiting van een generator op het elektriciteitsnet conform de voorschriften van de netbeheerder. Het boek bevat bovendien wetenswaardigheden over veiligheids bepalingen en over de belasting door en deugdelijke constructie van fotovoltaïsche generatoren. Ontwerp, planning en montage worden aan de hand van een groot aantal illustraties gedetailleerd en op een ook voor leken begrijpelijke wijze behandeld; bovendien geeft het boek waardevolle informatie over de kosten en eventuele opbrengst van zonnestroomgeneratoren. Het boek bevat ook een overzicht van belangrijke internet-sites waar gratis software kan worden gedownload voor het ontwerp en de dimensionering van netgekoppelde en autonome fotovol taïsche installaties, zodat geen kostbare PC-programmatuur hoeft te worden aangeschaft.

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A comprehensive course that will teach you how to build a modern IoT application This book will take you on a whirlwind tour of full-stack web application development using Raspberry Pi. You will learn how to build an application from the ground up. You will gain experience and know-how of technologies including: The Linux operating system and command line. The Python programming language. The Raspberry Pi General Purpose Input Output pins (GPIOs). The Nginx web server. Flask Python web application microframework. JQuery and CSS for creating user interfaces. Dealing with time zones. Creating charts with Plotly and Google Charts. Data logging with Google Sheet. Developing applets with IFTTT. Securing your application with SSL. Receiving SMS notifications to your phone using Twilio. This book will also teach you how to set up a remote wireless Arduino sensor node and collect data from it. Your Raspberry Pi web application will be able to process Arduino node data in the same way it processes data from its onboard sensor. Raspberry Pi Full Stack will teach you many skills essential to building Web and Internet of Things applications. The application you will build in this project is a platform that you can extend upon. This is just the start of what you can do with a Raspberry Pi and the software and hardware components that you will learn about. This book is supported by the author via a dedicated discussion space.

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Nachdem in den Bänden LabVIEW 1: Einstieg in die Praxis und LabVIEW 2: Arrays und serielle Daten zur Einführung in LabVIEW ein breit gefächertes und solides Grundlagenwissen vermittelt wurde, stehen mit LabVIEW 3: Für den Praktiker fortgeschrittene Programmiertechniken auf dem Programm. Die Entwicklung eigener Sub-VIs (Unterprogramme), das Arbeiten mit Schieberegistern und Zustandsautomaten und die Ereignisgesteuerte Programmierung stellen die Schwerpunkte des dritten Bandes dar. Die Erweiterung der LabVIEW-Funktionalitäten durch die Entwicklung eigener Sub-VIs Der Einsatz von Schieberegistern zur Erstellung leistungsfähiger Zustandsautomaten Optimierte Ablaufstrukturen durch Anwendung der Ereignisgesteuerten Programmierung Verwendung anspruchsvoller graphische Frontpanelelemente wie Signalverlaufsdiagramme, Signalverlaufsgraphen und XY-Graphen Die verschiedenen Methoden zur Datenspeicherung in Dateien mit Hilfe der vorhandenen Datei-I/O-Funktionen und -VIs Die Synchronisierung von unabhängig parallel ablaufenden Prozessen durch Semaphoren, Melder oder Queues Abgerundet wird der Inhalt dieses Bandes durch Betrachtungen zu globalen Variablen. Alle im Buch entwickelten VIs sind frei vom Elektor-Server downloadbar. Ebenso steht dort ein Bonuskapitel zum freien Download zur Verfügung, in dem es um die komplette Steuerung von VIs über das Internet geht.

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The Pro Tech Toolkit is the one thing every DIYer, fixer, hacker, hobbyist, and professional needs to tackle any job. Every tool in the Pro Tech Toolkit has been re-engineered to be better. From the 64 Bit Driver Kit to the iFixit Opening Picks, every tool is specially designed and selected to maximize your repair capabilities. At the core of this kit is the iFixit 64 Bit Driver Kit, designed with extensive research into what fastener types are currently used in the consumer electronics industry and which legacy fasteners are still in demand by consumers. From the Apple Watch with its new tiny Tri-Point screws to vintage Nintendo game consoles with gamebit fasteners, the 64 bit kit covers them all with the highest quality CNC machined bits. Even the sturdy case was carefully engineered, having no hinges or latches to break, and features a sorting tray inside the magnetically attached lid. High-Performance Toolkit for DIY Repairs The perfect toolkit for pros to average joes. Contains all the poking, prying, gripping, lifting, ESD safety, and screw driving tools needed to service consumer electronics. Completely re-engineered to provide all the tools that you need, and none that you don't. Included Anti-Static Wrist Strap – protection for circuits against static electricity Small Suction Handle – suction handle for holding onto things lacking handles 3x iFixit Opening Tool – soft plastic prying tools 6x iFixit Opening Picks – thin prying tool for opening electronic devices Nylon Tipped Reverse Tweezers – to elevate and hold your work Angled ESD Tweezers – ESD-safe, feature teeth for tougher grip Blunt ESD Tweezers – ESD-safe, feature teeth for tougher grip Standard Spudger – tough antistatic tool for a variety of purposes Halberd Spudger – features a hook for scooping, scraping, pulling, and guiding.ESD-safe. Metal Spudger – for more powerful prying, scraping, probing, and poking action Jimmy – handy tool for 'Jimmy'ing open electronics. Magnetic Pad – Holds tiny screws and parts during repairs Tool Roll – Durable and compact Mako Precision Bit Set – all the bits needed for repairs on small electronics Mako Precision Bit Set Includes 64 Bit Driver 150 mm Flex Extension 4 mm Screwdriver Bits Phillips – 000, 00, 0, 1, 2 Flathead – 1, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 4 mm Torx – T2, T3, T4, T5 Torx Security – TR6, TR7, TR8, TR9, TR10, TR15, TR20, TR25 Pentalobe – P2, P5, P6 JIS – J000, J00, J0, J1 Hex – 0.7, 0.9, 1.3, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5 mm Tri-point – Y000, Y00, Y0, Y1 Nut Driver – 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5 mm Square – 1, 2 Gamebit – 3.8, 4.5 mm Spanner – 6, 8 Triangle – 2, 3 mm Standoff Bit for iPhone Oval Bit Magnetic Pickup Bit SIM Eject Bit 1/4" to 4 mm Driver Adapter

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Mastering PCB design with real-world projects This book builts on KiCad Like a Pro – Fundamentals and Projects and aims to help you practice your new KiCad skills by challenging you in a series of real-world projects. The projects are supported by a comprehensive set of recipes with detailed instructions on how to achieve a variety of simple and complex tasks. Design the PCBs for a solar power supply, an LED matrix array, an Arduino-powered datalogger, and a custom ESP32 board. Understand the finer details of the interactive router, how to manage KiCad project teams with Git, how to use an autorouter on 2 and 4-layer PCBs, and much more. KiCad 8 is a modern, cross-platform application suite built around schematic and design editors. This stable and mature PCB tool is a perfect fit for electronic engineers and makers. With KiCad 8, you can create PCBs of any complexity and size without the constraints associated with the commercial packages. Here are the most significant improvements and features in KiCad 8, both over and under the hood: Modern user interface, completely redesigned from earlier versions Improved and customizable electrical and design rule checkers Theme editor allowing you to fully customize the look of KiCad on your screen Ability to import projects from Eagle, CADSTART, and more An improved and tightly integrated SPICE circuit simulator Autorouting with the Freerouting plugin Filters define which elements of a layout are selectable Enhanced interactive router helps you draw single tracks and differential pairs with precision New or enhanced tools to draw tracks, measure distances, tune track lengths, etc. Enhanced tool for creating filled zones A customizable coordinate system facilitates data exchange with other CAD applications Realistic ray-tracing capable 3D viewer Differential pair routing Rich repositories of symbol, footprint, and 3D shape libraries Python scripting API for programmatic customization and extensions Improved footprint wizard for fast custom footprints

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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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Digitale Systeme mit FPGAs entwickeln (E-book)

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Die Hochfrequenztechnik ist eines der Gebiete, auf denen man auch heute noch eigene Ideen in die Tat umsetzen kann. Unzählige Schaltungsvarianten mit besonderen Zielsetzungen geben Raum für sinnvolle Experimente und Projekte. Vieles kann man nicht einfach kaufen. Detektorradios ohne eigene Energiequelle, einfache Röhrenempfänger mit einem Hauch von Nostalgie, die ersten Empfangsversuche mit dem Software Defined Radio oder Spezialempfänger für den Amateurfunk, all dies lässt sich mit wenig Aufwand realisieren. Lange Zeit war das Radiobasteln der Einstieg in die Elektronik. Inzwischen gibt es auch andere Wege, vor allem über Computer, Mikrocontroller und die Digitaltechnik. Allerdings kommen die analogen Wurzeln der Elektronik oft zu kurz. Die Radiotechnik eignet sich besonders gut als Lernfeld der Elektronik, weil man hier mit den einfachsten Grundlagen beginnen kann. Aber auch die Verbindung zur modernen Digitaltechnik liegt auf der Hand, wenn es z. B. um moderne Abstimmverfahren wie PLL und DDS oder um moderne DSP-Radios geht. Dieses Buch gibt einen Überblick und stellt eine Sammlung einfacher Projekte vor. Der Autor möchte Sie dabei unterstützen, eigene Ideen zu entwickeln, eigene Empfänger zu entwerfen und sie zu erproben.

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This e-book (pdf), a software-only follow up to the best-selling Elektor Visual Studio C# range of books, is aimed at Engineers, Scientists and Enthusiasts who want to learn about the C# language and development environment. It covers steps from installation, the .NET framework and object oriented programming, through to more advanced concepts including database applications, threading and multi-tasking, internet/network communications and writing DLLs. The DirectX chapters also include video capture. The e-book concludes with several chapters on writing Android applications in C# using the Xamarin add-on. This e-book is based on the Visual Studio 2015 development environment and latest C# additions including WPF applications, LINQ queries, Charts and new commands such as await and async. The latest Visual Studio debugging features (PerfTips, Diagnostic Tool window and IntellTrace) are covered. Finally, the Android chapters include GPS, E-mail and SMS applications. Additionally, the e-book provides free on-line access to extensive, well-documented examples — in a try for yourself style — together with links to the author’s videos, guiding you through the necessary steps to get the expected results.

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