Meertalige DIY-kit (incl. 27 RGB-LED's + Raspberry Pi Pico) Geef uw kerstperiode een vleugje techniek met de "woordrijke" LED-kerstboom van Elektor. De prachtig ontworpen 3D-kerstboom combineert elf printplaten, een Raspberry Pi Pico en 27 adresseerbare RGB-LED's om feestelijke boodschappen in zeven talen te laten oplichten: Deens, Nederlands, Engels, Frans, Duits, Italiaans en Spaans. In tegenstelling tot gewone LED-bomen heeft elk woord in de boom zijn eigen lichtkamer, waardoor een verfijnd, zacht gloeiend display ontstaat zonder geluid of flikkering. De LED's zijn volledig WS2812-compatibel en worden aangestuurd via de populaire Adafruit NeoPixel-bibliotheek, waardoor je eenvoudig aangepaste animaties en kleureffecten kunt maken. Perfect voor makers, knutselaars en fans van feestelijke elektronica. Deze kit is zowel een leuke bouwervaring als een opvallende, gesprekswaardige decoratie. De Elektor LED-kerstboom is het ideale knutselproject voor de feestdagen! Kenmerken Meertalige begroetingen (7 talen) gefreesd in het frontpaneel 3D-constructie van 11 in elkaar grijpende printplaten Aangedreven door Raspberry Pi Pico 27 individueel adresseerbare RGB-leds (voorgemonteerd) Vloeiende fade-in en fade-out animaties Volledig programmeerbaar met Arduino IDE Voor maximale helderheid wordt een 5 V-voeding (met micro-USB-connector) met een capaciteit van ≥1 A aanbevolen (niet meegeleverd) Afmetingen (H x B x D): 130 x 115 x 75 mm Inbegrepen Alle benodigde printplaten met leds en andere SMD-onderdelen gemonteerd Raspberry Pi Pico (door de gebruiker te solderen en te programmeren) 3-polige pinheader (door de gebruiker te solderen) 3-polige pinsocket (door de gebruiker te solderen) 4x Zelfklevende rubberen buffers Projectpagina Elektor Labs

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Clever Tricks with ATmega328 Pro Mini Boards With a simple Pro Mini board and a few other components, projects that 20 or 30 years ago were unthinkable (or would have cost a small fortune) are realized easily and affordably in this book: From simple LED effects to a full battery charging and testing station that will put a rechargeable through its paces, there’s something for everyone. All the projects are based on the ATmega328 microcontroller, which offers endless measuring, switching, and control options with its 20 input and output lines. For example, with a 7-segment display and a few resistors, you can build a voltmeter or an NTC-based thermometer. The Arduino platform offers the perfect development environment for programming this range of boards. Besides these very practical projects, the book also provides the necessary knowledge for you to create projects based on your own ideas. How to measure, and what? Which transistor is suitable for switching a certain load? When is it better to use an IC? How do you switch mains voltage? Even LilyPad-based battery-operated projects are discussed in detail, as well as many different motors, from simple DC motors to stepper motors. Sensors are another exciting topic: For example, a simple infrared receiver that can give disused remote controls a new lease on life controlling your home, and a tiny component that can actually measure the difference in air pressure between floor and table height!

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PC USB Logic Analyzers with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and Co. Step-by-step instructions guide you through the analysis of modern protocols such as I²C, SPI, UART, RS-232, NeoPixel, WS28xx, HD44780 and 1-Wire. With the help of numerous experimental circuits based on the Raspberry Pi Pico, Arduino Uno and the Bus Pirate, you will learn the practical application of popular USB logic analyzers. All the experimental circuits presented in this book have been fully tested and are fully functional. The necessary program listings are included – no special programming or electronics knowledge is required for these circuits. The programming languages used are MicroPython and C along with the development environments Thonny and Arduino IDE. This book uses several models of flexible and widely available USB logic analyzers and shows the strengths and weaknesses of each price range. You will learn about the criteria that matter for your work and be able to find the right device for you. Whether Arduino, Raspberry Pi or Raspberry Pi Pico, the example circuits shown allow you to get started quickly with protocol analysis and can also serve as a basis for your own experiments. After reading this book, you will be familiar with all the important terms and contexts, conduct your own experiments, analyze protocols independently, culminating in a comprehensive knowledge set of digital signals and protocols.

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Create Models for 3D Printing, CNC Milling, Process Communication and Documentation Engineers dread designing 3D models using traditional modeling software. OpenSCAD takes a refreshing and completely different approach. Create your models by arranging geometric solids in a JavaScript-like language, and use them with your 3D printer, CNC mill, or process communication. OpenSCAD differs from other design systems in that it uses programmatical modeling. Your model is made up of primitives that are invoked using a C-, Java- or Python-like language. This approach to model design is close to the “mechanical work” done in the real world and appeals to engineers and others who are not a member of the traditional creative class. OpenSCAD also provides a wide variety of comfort functions that break the 1:1 relationship between code and geometry. This book demonstrates the various features of the programming language using practical examples such as a replacement knob for a LeCroy oscilloscope, a wardrobe hanger, a container for soap dispensers, and various other real-life examples. Written by an engineer with over 15 years of experience, this book is intended for Linux and Windows users alike. If you have programming experience in any language, this book will have you producing practical three-dimensional objects in short order!

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Build your textbook weather station or conduct environmental research together with the whole world. With many practical projects for Arduino, Raspberry Pi, NodeMCU, ESP32, and other development boards. Weather stations have enjoyed great popularity for decades. Every current and even every long discontinued electronics magazine has regularly featured articles on building your own weather station. Over the years, they have become increasingly sophisticated and can now be fully integrated into an automated home — although this often requires loyalty to an (expensive) brand manufacturer across all components. With your own weather and environmental data, you can keep up and measure things that no commercial station can. It’s also fun: expand your knowledge of electronics, current microcontroller development boards and programming languages in a fun and meaningful way. For less than 10 euros you can get started and record your first environmental data — with time and growing interest, you will continue to expand your system. In this Edition Which Microcontroller Fits My Project? The Right Development Environment Tracking Wind and Weather Weather Display with OpenWeatherMap and Vacuum Fluorescent Display Volatile Organic Compounds in the Air We Breathe Working with MQ Sensors: Measuring Carbon Monoxide — Odorless but Toxic CO2 Traffic Light with ThingSpeak IoT Connection An Automatic Plant Watering System Good Indoor Climate: Temperature and Humidity are Important criteria Classy Thermometer with Vintage Tube Technology Nostalgic Weather House for the Whole Family Measuring Air Pressure and Temperature Accurately Sunburn Warning Device DIY Sensor for Sunshine Duration Simple Smartphone Says: Fog or Clear View? Identifying Earthquakes Liquid Level Measurement for Vessels and Reservoirs Water pH Value Measurement Detecting Radioactive Radiation GPS: Sensor Location Service Across the Globe Saving and Timestamping Log Files on SD Cards LoRaWAN, The Things Network, and ThingSpeak Operating a LoRaWAN Gateway for TTN Defying "Wind and Weather" Mega Display with Weather Forecasz

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A Hands-on Guide to Crafting Your Own Power Plant The book you are about to read provides a step-by-step guide for building a renewable energy power plant at home. Our goal was to make the book as practical as possible. The material is intended for immediate application with a small amount of theory. Yet, the theory is important as a foundation that saves time and effort by disabusing the readers of potential misconceptions. Specifically, upon having a firm understanding of photovoltaic physics, you will not be inclined to fruitlessly search for 90% efficient solar panels! We want our readers to be the “doers”. If the book gets covered in grime and some pages become torn while you are building your power plant – this is the best compliment to us. The book covers solar and wind energy. Also, a curious power source based on manure is discussed as well, giving the doers an opportunity to further develop the manure fuel cell. It is important to note that there are many companies offering installation of complete solar solutions. Upon installing the panels, the system is not owned by the customer. Therefore, there is no freedom for experimentation and optimization. Also, none can beat the cost of a DIY solution as well as the ultimate satisfaction. All that is written here is a result of us building a renewable energy solution in Southern California. As the book was completed, the energy began flowing!

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Deze complete microcontroller-programmeercursus op basis van de Arduino Uno bevat een leerboek, een componentenkit, praktische projecten en een uitgebreide online cursus met simulaties. Ideaal om embedded systems stap voor stap te leren programmeren met Arduino via een praktische hands-on aanpak. Een praktische introductie tot embedded systems met de Arduino Uno Deze cursus is ontworpen voor beginners in embedded systems die op zoek zijn naar een gestructureerde en voorbeeldgerichte start. Een kit met LED’s en weerstanden, schakelaars, sensoren en actuatoren, displays, een breadboard en draden is inbegrepen. Deze worden in de cursus gebruikt om voorbeeldtoepassingen te demonstreren. Er is geen voorkennis van Arduino of embedded ontwikkeling vereist. Elke sectie bevat praktische voorbeelden en mini-projecten om belangrijke concepten te versterken en verdere verkenning te stimuleren. Aan het einde van de cursus kunt u niet alleen de voorbeelden reproduceren, maar ook uitbreiden met uw eigen ideeën en toepassingen. Wat leert u? Microcontrollerprogrammering met Arduino met behulp van het Uno R3 board Werken met digitale I/O, knoppen en encoders uitlezen, LED’s en relais aansturen Analoge ingangen, spanningen en sensoren uitlezen Genereren van analoge uitgangssignalen en PWM Gebruik van seriële communicatie zoals UART, I²C en SPI om displays aan te sturen en digitale sensoren en SD-kaarten uit te lezen Tijdbeheer Werken met interrupts Realtime sensorinput en besturing via knoppen, LED’s en displays Aansturen van actuatoren zoals relais en servomotoren Voor wie is dit? Studenten en zelflerenden die embedded systems willen ontdekken Makers en IoT-enthousiastelingen die hun hardwarevaardigheden willen verbeteren Docenten en trainers die kant-en-klaar lesmateriaal zoeken Wat zit er in de doos? Toegang tot de volledige cursus op het Elektor Academy Pro leerplatform Uno R3 microcontrollerboard + USB-kabel Boek: Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino Downloadbare projectbestanden voor elke module Componentenkit: 2× LED, rood, 5 mm LED, groen, 5 mm 3× weerstand, 470 Ω, 0,25 W LDR Potentiometer, 10 kΩ, lineair Drukknop Rotary encoder module Relaismodule DHT22 temperatuur- en vochtigheidssensor TM1637-compatibel 4-digit 7-segment display MPU-6050 IMU met headers SSD1306-compatibel I²C OLED display Micro SD-kaartadapter met header Buzzer SG90 micro servo ILI9341-compatibel SPI 240×320 TFT display 20× jumper wires Breadboard Alle programmeercursussen (en verschillen in inhoud) Cursus Arduino Raspberry Pi Pico with Arduino C/C++ ESP32 with Arduino C/C++ Raspberry Pi Pico with MicroPython ESP32 with MicroPython Online cursus Access to Arduino Course Access to Pico with Arduino C/C++ Course Access to ESP32 with Arduino C/C++ Course Access to Pico with MicroPython Course Access to ESP32 with MicroPython Course Board Uno R3 Raspberry Pi Pico ESP32 Raspberry Pi Pico ESP32 Boek Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino Programming Microcontrollers in MicroPython Programming Microcontrollers in MicroPython Kit 40-delige componenten-kit 40-delige componenten-kit 40-delige componenten-kit 40-delige componenten-kit 40-delige componenten-kit

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The Basics, New Ideas & Applications Build digital electronics from the ground up—and take it all the way to practical circuits you can use. This book guides you through the core principles of digital technology with a strongly hands-on approach. You’ll begin with the essentials: signals, devices for working with them, and what "logic 0" and "logic 1" mean in real hardware. Simple demonstration setups made from easy-to-find parts (LEDs, diodes, resistors, switches) help you see how logic behaves, making the theory click before you move on. From there, you’ll explore a wide range of logic elements and how they’re implemented, including classic logic families such as TTL and CMOS. The fundamentals section covers the building blocks of digital systems: flip-flops, Schmitt triggers, registers, counters and dividers, encoders/ decoders, multiplexers/demultiplexers, plus A/D and D/A conversion and timing circuits. Next, the book invites you into "new ideas" in digital electronics—universal logic elements, unconventional approaches (including thyristor-based and fractional logic), and creative logic functions that can inspire original designs. Finally, a large, well-organized collection of application circuits turns knowledge into projects: electronic switches and selectors, pulse generators, PWM regulators, frequency multipliers/dividers, phase shifters, and digital filters. Study it deeply, and you’ll gain not only understanding—but the ability to design and debug digital circuits independently.

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Maîtrise de la puce RP2040 avec plus de 60 projets à réaliser et à programmer Les cartes Raspberry Pi Pico et Pico W sont animées par un microcontrôleur ARM Cortex M0+ RP2040 à double coeur, rapide, efficace et peu coûteux, qui fonctionne jusqu'à 133 MHz et dispose de 264 Ko de SRAM et de 2 Mo de mémoire Flash. Outre une vaste mémoire, le Pico et le Pico W disposent de nombreuses broches GPIO et d'interfaces telles que CA/N, SPI, I²C, UART, MLI, de fonctions de temporisation, d'une interface de débogage matériel et d'un capteur de température interne. La carte Raspberry Pi Pico W comporte en plus une puce CYW43439 Bluetooth et Wi-Fi d'Infineon. Au moment de la rédaction de ce livre, le micrologiciel Bluetooth pour le Pico W n'était pas encore disponible. Le Wi-Fi à 2,4 GHz est toutefois entièrement pris en charge avec les protocoles 802.11b/g/n. Ce livre est une introduction à l'utilisation du Raspberry Pi Pico W avec le langage de programmation MicroPython. Les quelque soixante projets testés et opérationnels sont présentés à l'aide de l'environnement de développement intégré (EDI) Thonny. Les sujets abordés sont nombreux : Installation de MicroPython sur le Raspberry Pi Pico depuis un PC Interruptions de l'horloge et interruptions externes Convertisseur analogique-numérique (CA/N) Capteurs de température interne et externe Capteurs externes (pression, humidité, pouls, à ultrasons) Enregistrement de données MLI, UART, I²C et SPI Bluetooth, Wi-Fi et applis sur smarphone Convertisseur numérique-analogique (CN/A) Tous les projets ont été testés et éprouvés. Ils peuvent être mis en oeuvre sur le Raspberry Pi Pico ainsi que sur le Raspberry Pi Pico W. Toutefois les projets avec une liaison Wi-Fi ne fonctionnent que sur le Pico W. Une petite expérience en programmation et en électronique est nécessaire pour suivre les projets. De brèves descriptions, des schémas fonctionnels, des schémas détaillés du câblage des montages et des listings MicroPython complets sont fournis pour tous les projets.

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This collection features the best of Elektor Magazine's articles on embedded systems and artificial intelligence. From hands-on programming guides to innovative AI experiments, these pieces offer valuable insights and practical knowledge for engineers, developers, and enthusiasts exploring the evolving intersection of hardware design, software innovation, and intelligent technology. Contents Programming PICs from the Ground UpAssembler routine to output a sine wave Object-Oriented ProgrammingA Short Primer Using C++ Programming an FPGA Tracking Down Microcontroller Buffer Overflows with 0xDEADBEEF Too Quick to Code and Too Slow to Test? Understanding the Neurons in Neural NetworksEmbedded Neurons MAUI Programming for PC, Tablet, and SmartphoneThe New Framework in Theory and Practice USB Killer DetectorBetter Safe Than Sorry Understanding the Neurons in Neural NetworksArtificial Neurons A Bare-Metal Programming Guide Part 1: For STM32 and Other Controllers Part 2: Accurate Timing, the UART, and Debugging Part 3: CMSIS Headers, Automatic Testing, and a Web Server Introduction to TinyMLBig Is Not Always Better Microprocessors for Embedded SystemsPeculiar Parts, the Series FPGAs for BeginnersThe Path From MCU to FPGA Programming AI in Electronics DevelopmentAn Update After Only One Year AI in the Electronics LabGoogle Bard and Flux Copilot Put to the Test ESP32 and ChatGPTOn the Way to a Self-Programming System… Audio DSP FX Processor Board Part 1: Features and Design Part 2: Creating Applications Rust + EmbeddedA Development Power Duo A Smart Object CounterImage Recognition Made Easy with Edge Impulse Universal Garden LoggerA Step Towards AI Gardening A VHDL ClockMade with ChatGPT TensorFlow Lite on Small MicrocontrollersA (Very) Beginner’s Point of View Mosquito DetectionUsing Open Datasets and Arduino Nicla Vision Artificial Intelligence Timeline Intro to AI AlgorithmsPrompt: Which Algorithms Implement Each AI Tool? Bringing AI to the Edgewith ESP32-P4 The Growing Role of Edge AIA Trend Shaping the Future

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Dit bundel bevat de populaire Elektor zandklok voor Raspberry Pi Pico en de nieuwe Elektor laserkop upgrade, en biedt daarmee nog meer mogelijkheden om de tijd weer te geven. U kunt de actuele tijd nu niet alleen in zand "graveren", maar ook op een lichtgevende folie schrijven of groene tekeningen maken. Inhoud van de bundel Elektor Zandklok voor Raspberry Pi Pico (normale prijs: € 50) Elektor Laserkop Upgrade voor Zandklok (normale prijs: € 35) Zandklok voor Raspberry Pi (een op de Raspberry Pi Pico gebaseerde Eye Catcher) Een standaard zandklok laat meestal slechts zien hoe de tijd verstrijkt. Deze door een Raspberry Pi Pico aangestuurde zandklok toont daarentegen de exacte tijd door de vier cijfers voor uren en minuten in een zandlaag te "graveren". Na een vooraf ingestelde periode wordt het zand door twee trilmotoren vlak getrild en begint alles weer van voren af aan. Het hart van de zandklok wordt gevormd door twee servomotoren, die via een pantograafmechanisme een schrijfpen aandrijven. Een derde servomotor tilt deze pen op en neer. Het zandbakje is voorzien van twee trilmotoren om het zand weer vlak te trillen. Het elektronische deel van de zandklok bestaat uit een Raspberry Pi Pico en een RTC/driverbord met een real-time klok, plus drivercircuits voor de servomotoren. Een gedetailleerde bouwhandleiding is beschikbaar via download. Kenmerken Afmetingen: 135 x 110 x 80 mm Bouwtijd: ca. 1,5 tot 2 uur Inbegrepen 3x Voorgesneden acrylaatplaten met alle mechanische onderdelen 3x Mini servomotoren 2x Trilmotoren 1x Raspberry Pi Pico 1x RTC/driverkaart met geassembleerde onderdelen Moeren, boutjes, afstandhouders en draden voor de montage Fijnkorrelig wit zand Elektor Laserkop Upgrade voor Zandklok De nieuwe Elektor Laserkop transformeert de Elektor Zandklok in een klok die de tijd op glow-in-the-dark-film schrijft in plaats van op zand. Naast het weergeven van de tijd kan het ook worden gebruikt om kortstondige tekeningen te maken. De 5 mW laserpointer, met een golflengte van 405 nm, produceert heldergroene tekeningen op de glow-in-the-dark-film. Voor het beste resultaat gebruikt u de kit in een slecht verlichte kamer. Waarschuwing: Kijk nooit rechtstreeks in de laserstraal! De kit bevat alle benodigde componenten, maar het solderen van drie draden is vereist. Opmerking: Deze kit is ook compatibel met de originele Arduino-gebaseerde Zandklok uit 2017. Voor meer details, zie Elektor 1-2/2017 en Elektor 1-2/2018.

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Er zijn talloze diepgravende elektronica-leerboeken op de markt. We noemen er hier slechts één: ‘The Art of Electronics’, dat onder de titel ‘Elektronica, kunst en kunde’ in vier delen bij Elektor is verschenen. Wie echter elektronicakennis voor “dagelijks gebruik” wil hebben, zit op zo’n wetenschappelijk verantwoorde verhandeling waarschijnlijk helemaal niet te wachten. Laat staan op een beschrijving van de meest exotische componenten of elke denkbare variant van een principiële schakeling.Indien dit ook voor u geldt, dan is dit boek voor u bestemd: voor de middelbare scholier en voor de hobbyist die zich meer wil verdiepen in de elektronica. En dus voor iedereen die een korte, begrijpelijke en bovenal betaalbare inleiding tot dit interessante vakgebied wenst. Deze ‘Basiscursus Elektronica’ maakt u vertrouwd met de analoge (laagfrequent-)techniek, letterlijk de basis van alle elektronica.

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Deze complete microcontroller-programmeercursus op basis van de Raspberry Pi Pico bevat een leerboek, een componentenkit, praktische projecten en een uitgebreide online cursus met simulaties. Ideaal om embedded systems stap voor stap te leren programmeren met Arduino via een praktische hands-on aanpak. Een praktische introductie tot embedded systems met de Raspberry Pi Pico Deze cursus is ontworpen voor beginners in embedded systems die op zoek zijn naar een gestructureerde en voorbeeldgerichte start. Een kit met LED’s en weerstanden, schakelaars, sensoren en actuatoren, displays, een breadboard en draden is inbegrepen. Deze worden in de cursus gebruikt om voorbeeldtoepassingen te demonstreren. Er is geen voorkennis van Arduino of embedded ontwikkeling vereist. Elke sectie bevat praktische voorbeelden en mini-projecten om belangrijke concepten te versterken en verdere verkenning te stimuleren. Aan het einde van de cursus kunt u niet alleen de voorbeelden reproduceren, maar ook uitbreiden met uw eigen ideeën en toepassingen. Wat leert u? Microcontroller programmeren in C/C++ met de Raspberry Pi Pico met behulp van de Arduino IDE Werken met digitale I/O, knoppen en encoders uitlezen, LED’s en relais aansturen Analoge ingangen, spanningen en sensoren uitlezen Genereren van analoge uitgangssignalen en PWM Gebruik van seriële communicatie zoals UART, I²C en SPI om displays aan te sturen en digitale sensoren en SD-kaarten uit te lezen Tijdbeheer Werken met interrupts Realtime sensorinput en besturing via knoppen, LED’s en displays Aansturen van actuatoren zoals relais en servomotoren Voor wie is dit? Studenten en zelflerenden die embedded systems willen ontdekken Makers en IoT-enthousiastelingen die hun hardwarevaardigheden willen verbeteren Docenten en trainers die kant-en-klaar lesmateriaal zoeken Wat zit er in de doos? Toegang tot de volledige cursus op het Elektor Academy Pro leerplatform Raspberry Pi Pico microcontrollerboard + USB-kabel Boek: Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino Downloadbare projectbestanden voor elke module Componentenkit: 2× LED, rood, 5 mm LED, groen, 5 mm 3× weerstand, 470 Ω, 0,25 W LDR Potentiometer, 10 kΩ, lineair Drukknop Rotary encoder module Relaismodule DHT22 temperatuur- en vochtigheidssensor TM1637-compatibel 4-digit 7-segment display MPU-6050 IMU met headers SSD1306-compatibel I²C OLED display Micro SD-kaartadapter met header Buzzer SG90 micro servo ILI9341-compatibel SPI 240×320 TFT display 20× jumper wires Breadboard Alle programmeercursussen (en verschillen in inhoud) Cursus Arduino Raspberry Pi Pico with Arduino C/C++ ESP32 with Arduino C/C++ Raspberry Pi Pico with MicroPython ESP32 with MicroPython Online cursus Access to Arduino Course Access to Pico with Arduino C/C++ Course Access to ESP32 with Arduino C/C++ Course Access to Pico with MicroPython Course Access to ESP32 with MicroPython Course Board Uno R3 Raspberry Pi Pico ESP32 Raspberry Pi Pico ESP32 Boek Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino Programming Microcontrollers in C/C++ Using Arduino Programming Microcontrollers in MicroPython Programming Microcontrollers in MicroPython Kit 40-delige componenten-kit 40-delige componenten-kit 40-delige componenten-kit 40-delige componenten-kit 40-delige componenten-kit

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3rd Edition – Fully updated for Raspberry Pi 4 The Raspberry Pi is a very cheap but complete computer system that allows all sorts of electronics parts and extensions to be connected. This book addresses one of the strongest aspects of the Raspberry Pi: the ability to combine hands-on electronics and programming. Combine hands-on electronics and programming After a short introduction to the Raspberry Pi you proceed with installing the required software. The SD card that can be purchased in conjunction with this book contains everything to get started with the Raspberry Pi. At the side of the (optional) Windows PC, software is used which is free for downloading. The book continues with a concise introduction to the Linux operating system, after which you start programming in Bash, Python 3 and Javascript. Although the emphasis is on Python, the coverage is brief and to the point in all cases – just enabling you to grasp the essence of all projects and start adapting them to your requirements. All set, you can carry on with fun projects. The book is ideal for self-study No fewer than 45 exciting and compelling projects are discussed and elaborated in detail. From a flashing lights to driving an electromotor; from processing and generating analog signals to a lux meter and a temperature control. We also move to more complex projects like a motor speed controller, a web server with CGI, client-server applications and Xwindows programs. Each project has details of the way it got designed that way The process of reading, building, and programming not only provides insight into the Raspberry Pi, Python, and the electronic parts used, but also enables you to modify or extend the projects any way you like. Also, feel free to combine several projects into a larger design.

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Build Smart Applications with Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and ESP32 Discover how easy and exciting mobile app development can be with MIT App Inventor. This hands-on guide takes you from basic concepts to building real-world mobile applications using a simple visual programming approach—no prior coding experience required. You will create IoT and AI-powered apps for Android devices and explore how App Inventor can also be used with iPhones and iPads. Connect your applications to platforms such as Arduino UNO R4 WiFi, ESP32, Raspberry Pi Pico (2)W and Raspberry Pi 5, enabling you to build smart, connected systems. Inside the book, you will learn how to: Build interactive apps using buttons, images, sound, and multimedia Create text-to-speech and speech-recognition applications Develop camera-based and location-aware (GPS) apps Design useful tools such as calculators and educational apps Work with smartphone sensors like accelerometers and light sensors Build AI-powered applications, including voice assistants and image-generation features Send and receive messages, and create communication-based apps Connect mobile apps to hardware using Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Control real devices such as LEDs, motors, and sensors Designed for beginners, students, and hobbyists, this book focuses on learning by doing. By the end, you will have the skills and confidence to create your own innovative applications that interact with both the digital and physical worlds. Start building and turning your ideas into reality.

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De Elektor Laserkop transformeert de Elektor Sand Clock in een klok die de tijd op glow-in-the-dark-film schrijft in plaats van op zand. Naast het weergeven van de tijd kan het ook worden gebruikt om kortstondige tekeningen te maken. De 5 mW laserpointer, met een golflengte van 405 nm, produceert heldergroene tekeningen op de glow-in-the-dark-film. Voor het beste resultaat gebruikt u de kit in een slecht verlichte kamer. Waarschuwing: Kijk nooit rechtstreeks in de laserstraal! De kit bevat alle benodigde componenten, maar het solderen van drie draden is vereist. Opmerking: Deze kit is ook compatibel met de originele Arduino-gebaseerde Zandklok uit 2017. Voor meer details, zie Elektor 1-2/2017 en Elektor 1-2/2018.

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From Theory to Practical Applications in Wireless Energy Transfer and Harvesting Wireless power transmission has gained significant global interest, particularly with the rise of electric vehicles and the Internet of Things (IoT). It’s a technology that allows the transfer of electricity without physical connections, offering solutions for everything from powering small devices over short distances to long-range energy transmission for more complex systems. Wireless Power Design provides a balanced mix of theoretical knowledge and practical insights, helping you explore the potential of wireless energy transfer and harvesting technologies. The book presents a series of hands-on projects that cover various aspects of wireless power systems, each accompanied by detailed explanations and parameter listings. The following five projects guide you through key areas of wireless power: Project 1: Wireless Powering of Advanced IoT Devices Project 2: Wireless Powered Devices on the Frontline – The Future and Challenges Project 3: Wireless Powering of Devices Using Inductive Technology Project 4: Wireless Power Transmission for IoT Devices Project 5: Charging Robot Crawler Inside the Pipeline These projects explore different aspects of wireless power, from inductive charging to wireless energy transmission, offering practical solutions for real-world applications. The book includes projects that use simulation tools like CST Microwave Studio and Keysight ADS for design and analysis, with a focus on practical design considerations and real-world implementation techniques.

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Construisez votre station météo idéale ou explorez les données environnementales avec le monde entier. Avec de nombreux projets pratiques pour Arduino, Raspberry Pi, NodeMCU, ESP32 et autres cartes de développement. Les stations météo jouissent d’une grande popularité depuis des décennies. Tous les magazines d’électronique, qu’ils soient récents ou non, ont publié et publient régulièrement des articles sur la construction d’une station météo. Au fil des années, elles sont devenues de plus en plus sophistiquées et peuvent aujourd’hui être entièrement intégrées dans la maison intelligente. Ceci implique toutefois souvent une fidélité à un fabricant de produits de marque (coûteux) pour tous les composants. Cependant, avec votre propre station météo, vous pouvez facilement suivre le rythme et même capturer des relevés que les appareils commerciaux ne peuvent pas réaliser. Le plaisir ne manque pas : vous développerez de manière ludique vos connaissances en électronique, en cartes de développement de microcontrôleurs modernes et en langages de programmation. Pour moins de dix euros, vous pouvez collecter des données environnementales initiales et étendre votre système au fur et à mesure que votre intérêt grandit. Dans ce numéro Sur la route du vent et de la météo Écran météo OpenWeatherMap à affichage fluorescent Les composés organiques volatils dans l‘air que nous respirons Travailler avec les capteurs MQ : mesurer le monoxyde de carbone Détecteur de CO2 avec connexion IdO vers ThingSpeak Un arrosage automatique pour vos plantes Un climat intérieur sain : la température et l‘humidité de l‘air sont importants Thermomètre avec tubes Nixie Une maison météo rétro pour toute la famille Mesurez la pression atmosphérique et la température avec précision Un détecteur de coups de soleil Capteur maison pour la durée d‘ensoleillement Le smartphone l‘indique : brouillard ou bonne visibilité ? Détecter les tremblements de terre Les niveaux des cours d‘eau et des réservoirs Évaluer la valeur du pH de l’eau Détecter les rayonnements radioactifs Avec le GPS, vous savez où se trouve votre capteur Enregistrer les fichiers journaux avec horodatage sur des cartes SD LoRaWAN, The Things Network et ThingSpeak Exploiter la passerelle LoRaWAN pour le TTN Affichage géant à led avec prévisions météo

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Nobody has any doubt that valve amplifiers produce a remarkably beautiful sound. They have a lively, deep, clear, and expressive sound, and dynamically they do not appear to have any limitations. The author investigates, in a systematic theoretical approach, the reasons for these beautiful properties. He develops new models for power valves and transformers, thus enabling the designer to determine the properties of the amplifier during the design process. Mathematical models for the coupling of power valve(s) and output transformer are provided. These will generate new insights in a special kind of distortion: the dynamic damping factor distortion (DDFD). With mathematical models in the complex domain, especially the properties at the limits of our hearing range (from 20 Hz to 20 kHz) are investigated and the minimal stability criteria for the amplifier are formulated. The often-applied negative feedback in amplifiers is extensively modelled and discussed in relation to our hearing appreciating. And after all this theory a fine selection of special amplifiers is presented and discussed. You will notice in this book that the author not only writes about amplifier technique, but tells about the way the development of valve amplifiers can have an influence on your daily life; even the usefulness of patents is discussed. Summarizing: new theories and solutions for perfect audio with valve amplifiers. Not only the professional and the DIY-er but everyone who wants to understand valve amplifiers will read this book with much pleasure.

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Modular and Scalable Control Systems Using Structured Text This book offers a structured and practical approach to modern PLC development using object-oriented principles. It is a guide for engineers, programmers, and students seeking to harness the power of object-oriented programming (OOP) in the context of industrial automation with PLCs. The content focuses on the CODESYS development environment and Structured Text (ST), both of which support modern programming techniques while maintaining compatibility with real-time automation requirements. Through step-by-step demos and instructional examples, it demonstrates how modular, reusable code can enhance development efficiency, simplify ongoing maintenance, and enable scalable and flexible control system architectures. Key topics include: Structured Text fundamentals: conditions, loops, arrays, and functions Object-oriented concepts: classes, methods, and inheritance Advanced techniques: polymorphism, interfaces, and access control Modular design with reusable components and structured program flow Implementation of finite state machines and scalable application design Built around instructional demos and clear explanations, this book helps readers develop maintainable and modern control software in the CODESYS environment using proven programming techniques.

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Multitasking and multiprocessing have become a very important topic in microcontroller-based systems, namely in complex commercial, domestic, and industrial automation applications. As the complexity of projects grows, more functionalities are demanded from the projects. Such projects require the use of multiple inter-related tasks running on the same system and sharing the available resources, such as the CPU, memory, and input-output ports. As a result of this, the importance of multitasking operations in microcontroller-based applications has grown steadily over the last few years. Many complex automation projects now make use of some form of a multitasking kernel. This book is project-based and its main aim is to teach the basic features of multitasking using the Python 3 programming language on Raspberry Pi. Many fully tested projects are provided in the book using the multitasking modules of Python. Each project is described fully and in detail. Complete program listings are given for each project. Readers should be able to use the projects as they are, or modify them to suit their own needs. The following Python multitasking modules have been described and used in the projects: Fork Thread Threading Subprocess Multiprocessing The book includes simple multitasking projects such as independently controlling multiple LEDs, to more complex multitasking projects such as on/off temperature control, traffic lights control, 2-digit, and 4-digit 7-segment LED event counter, reaction timer, stepper motor control, keypad based projects, car park controller, and many more. The fundamental multitasking concepts such as process synchronization, process communication, and memory sharing techniques have been described in projects concerning event flags, queues, semaphores, values, and so on.

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Developing CoAP applications for Thread networks with Zephyr This book will guide you through the operation of Thread, the setup of a Thread network, and the creation of your own Zephyr-based OpenThread applications to use it. You’ll acquire knowledge on: The capture of network packets on Thread networks using Wireshark and the nRF Sniffer for 802.15.4. Network simulation with the OpenThread Network Simulator. Connecting a Thread network to a non-Thread network using a Thread Border Router. The basics of Thread networking, including device roles and types, as well as the diverse types of unicast and multicast IPv6 addresses used in a Thread network. The mechanisms behind network discovery, DNS queries, NAT64, and multicast addresses. The process of joining a Thread network using network commissioning. CoAP servers and clients and their OpenThread API. Service registration and discovery. Securing CoAP messages with DTLS, using a pre-shared key or X.509 certificates. Investigating and optimizing a Thread device’s power consumption. Once you‘ve set up a Thread network with some devices and tried connecting and disconnecting them, you’ll have gained a good insight into the functionality of a Thread network, including its self-healing capabilities. After you’ve experimented with all code examples in this book, you’ll also have gained useful programming experience using the OpenThread API and CoAP.

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Learn programming for Alexa devices, extend it to smart home devices and control the Raspberry Pi The book is split into two parts: the first part covers creating Alexa skills and the second part, designing Internet of Things and Smart Home devices using a Raspberry Pi. The first chapters describe the process of Alexa communication, opening an Amazon account and creating a skill for free. The operation of an Alexa skill and terminology such as utterances, intents, slots, and conversations are explained. Debugging your code, saving user data between sessions, S3 data storage and Dynamo DB database are discussed. In-skill purchasing, enabling users to buy items for your skill as well as certification and publication is outlined. Creating skills using AWS Lambda and ASK CLI is covered, along with the Visual Studio code editor and local debugging. Also covered is the process of designing skills for visual displays and interactive touch designs using Alexa Presentation Language. The second half of the book starts by creating a Raspberry Pi IoT 'thing' to control a robot from your Alexa device. This covers security issues and methods of sending and receiving MQTT messages between an Alexa device and the Raspberry Pi. Creating a smart home device is described including forming a security profile, linking with Amazon, and writing a Lambda function that gets triggered by an Alexa skill. Device discovery and on/off control is demonstrated. Next, readers discover how to control a smart home Raspberry Pi display from an Alexa skill using Simple Queue Service (SQS) messaging to switch the display on and off or change the color. A node-RED design is discussed from the basic user interface right up to configuring MQTT nodes. MQTT messages sent from a user are displayed on a Raspberry Pi. A chapter discusses sending a proactive notification such as a weather alert from a Raspberry Pi to an Alexa device. The book concludes by explaining how to create Raspberry Pi as a stand-alone Alexa device.

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