Mastering Surface Mount Technology takes you on a crash course in techniques, tips and know-how to successfully introduce surface mount technology in your workflow. Even if you are on a budget you too can jumpstart your designs with advanced fine pitch parts.
Besides explaining methodology and equipment, attention is given to SMT parts technologies and soldering methods. In a step by step way, several projects introduce you to handling surface mount parts and the required skills to successfully build SMT assemblies. Many practical tips and tricks are disclosed that bring surface mount technology into everyone's reach without breaking the bank.
ACTIE: Bestel de HackRF Pro nu en ontvang het nieuwe e-book "SDR with HackRF One & HackRF Pro" ter waarde van € 20 gratis!
HackRF Pro is de nieuwste Software Defined Radio (SDR) van Great Scott Gadgets en de krachtige opvolger van de legendarische HackRF One. Met een frequentiebereik van 100 kHz tot 6 GHz bestrijkt het een enorm spectrum voor het verzenden en ontvangen van radiosignalen.
Ontworpen als een open-source hardwareplatform, is de HackRF Pro de ideale tool voor het analyseren en ontwikkelen van moderne draadloze technologieën. Het kan flexibel worden gebruikt als USB-randapparaat of worden geprogrammeerd voor zelfstandig (standalone) gebruik.
Specificaties
Frequentie: 100 kHz tot 6 GHz
Instelbaar van 0 Hz tot 7,1 GHz
Half-duplex transceiver
Tot 20 miljoen samples per seconde
8-bits kwadratuur-samples (8-bits I en 8-bits Q)
Compatibel met GNU Radio, SDR# en meer
Softwarematig configureerbare RX- en TX-versterking en basisbandfilter
Softwarematig geregelde RF-poortvoeding (50 mA bij 3,3 V)
SMA RF-connector
SMA-klokingang en -uitgang voor synchronisatie en triggering
Handige knoppen voor programmering
Interne pinheaders voor uitbreiding
High-Speed USB 2.0 met USB-C connector
Voeding via USB
Open source hardware
In vergelijking met zijn voorganger, biedt HackRF Pro een aantal nieuwe functies, waaronder:
Breder werkfrequentiebereik
Verbeterde RF-prestaties met een vlakkere frequentierespons
USB-C-connector
Ingebouwde TCXO-kristaloscillator voor superieure timingstabiliteit
Logica-upgrade van een CPLD naar een energiezuinige FPGA
Eliminatie van de DC-piek
Uitgebreide precisie-modus met 16-bits samples voor lage samplefrequenties (typische ENOB: 9-11)
Halfprecisie-modus met 4-bits samples tot 40 Msps
Meer RAM en flashgeheugen voor aangepaste firmware
Afscherming rond het radiogedeelte
Trigger-ingang en -uitgang toegankelijk via klokconnectoren
Uitsparing in de printplaat biedt ruimte voor toekomstige uitbreidingen add-ons
Verbeterd energiebeheer
Verbeterde bescherming van de RF-poort
Mogelijkheid om de zendmodus hardwarematig uit te schakelen
Volledige compatibiliteit: Dankzij de beproefde architectuur kan bestaande software voor de HackRF One ook direct worden gebruikt met de HackRF Pro. De HackRF Pro biedt naadloze achterwaartse compatibiliteit en tegelijkertijd aanzienlijk verbeterde prestaties.
Let op: Een antenne is niet inbegrepen. Wij raden de ANT500 aan voor een optimale start.
Inbegrepen
HackRF Pro SDR met kunststofbehuizing
Nieuw e-book: SDR with HackRF One & HackRF Pro (normale prijs: € 20)
Downloads
Documentation
GitHub
Volledige ESP32-microcontrollercursus met een speciaal ontwikkelde MCU-uitbreidingsprint, praktische projecten en een uitgebreide online gids – ideaal om hardware, programmering en connectiviteit stap voor stap te leren.
Een praktische introductie tot embedded systemen met de ESP32
Deze cursus is bedoeld voor u als lezer die nieuw is in embedded systemen en op zoek bent naar een gestructureerde, voorbeeldgerichte manier om aan de slag te gaan. Als u al algemene elektronica- of Arduino-materialen hebt verkend, maar deze te breed vond of te weinig praktische begeleiding boden, dan biedt deze cursus een meer gerichte aanpak.
Met behulp van de "ESP32 by Example Kit" (EEK) – een compacte en betaalbare set met led’s, sensoren, een OLED-scherm en een bewegingsprocessor – werkt u gedurende de hele cursus met een consistente hardware-opstelling. Eenmaal gemonteerd blijft de EEK grotendeels ongewijzigd, zodat u zich volledig kunt richten op leren en experimenteren zonder telkens opnieuw te hoeven configureren.
Onderwerpen zijn onder andere:
De ESP32-microcontroller begrijpen en programmeren
Code schrijven en implementeren met de Arduino IDE
Cyberfysische systemen verkennen, met als hoogtepunt basis dronebesturing
Er is geen eerdere ervaring met Arduino of embedded development vereist. Elk onderdeel bevat praktische voorbeelden en miniprojecten die zijn ontworpen om belangrijke concepten te versterken en tot een diepere verkenning te inspireren. Aan het einde van de cursus bent u niet alleen in staat de voorbeelden uit het boek te reproduceren, maar er ook op voort te bouwen met uw eigen ideeën en toepassingen.
Of u nu geïnteresseerd bent in embedded programmeren, interactieve systemen of inleidende dronebesturing, deze cursus biedt een duidelijke en praktische manier om aan de slag te gaan.
Wat leert u?
Embedded programmeren met de ESP32 met behulp van de Arduino IDE
Realtime sensorinvoer en -bediening via knoppen, LED's en displays
Gebarengebaseerde interactie met de MPU6050-bewegingssensor
Bluetooth-gamepadintegratie en dronebesturingssimulatie
Wifi- en UDP-netwerken, lokale webservers en NTP
MQTT-communicatie met cloudplatforms zoals AWS en Arduino IoT
Hoe u complete IoT-systemen bouwt en implementeert
Perfect voor
Studenten en autodidacten die embedded systemen verkennen
Makers en IoT-enthousiastelingen die hun hardwarevaardigheden willen verbeteren
Docenten en trainers die op zoek zijn naar lesmateriaal dat direct toepasbaar is
Ontwikkelaars die verder kijken dan de basisprincipes van Raspberry Pi of Arduino
Ondersteuning wanneer u die nodig hebt
Toegang tot instructeurs via Elektor Academy
Nuttige communityforums en essentiële documentatie
Wat zit er in de doos (cursus)?
Nieuw boek van 384 pagina's: "ESP32 by Example" (t.w.v. € 45)
Elektor ESP32 by Example Kit (EEK): Microcontroller-uitbreidingskaart met 6 LED's en 6 knoppen + OLED-display, MPU6050 3-assige accelerometer en gyroscoopmodule (t.w.v. € 40)
Adafruit HUZZAH32 – ESP32 Feather MCU Board (t.w.v. € 30)
ESP32 Cheap Yellow Display Board (t.w.v. € 25)
DHT11 Vochtigheid & Temperatuursensor
Breadboard
Jumperdraden
USB-C-kabel
Toegang tot de volledige cursus op het Elektor Academy Pro Learning Platform
Instructievideo's
Downloadbare Arduino-projectbestanden voor elke module
Leermateriaal (van deze box/cursus)
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Module 1 – Getting Started with the ESP32 & EEK
Module 2 – Digital Output – LEDs and GPIO
Module 3 – Switches and Input Handling
Module 4 – EEK and PWM
Module 5 – OLED and Display Output
Module 6 – Motion Sensing with the MPU6050
Module 7 – Capstone Project (EEK in Action)
Module 8 – WiFi and Web Control with ESP32
Module 9 – Cloud Concepts using EEK
Module 10 – Hands-on: Arduino IoT Cloud and EEK
Module 11 – BlueTooth and EEK GamePad Integration
Module 12 – Why Drones?
Module 13 – Drone Simulator Concepts
Module 14 – Simple Drone Flight Control
Module 15 – Real-Time Drone Flight Control
Module 16 – Drone Control Mini-Projects
Module 17 – Middleware and Python Scripting
Module 18 – Python Applications for Drone Control
Module 19 – Capstone EEK Control Project and Presentation
Over de auteur
Dr. Jim Solderitsch is docent, softwarearchitect, systeemontwikkelaar en cybersecurityonderzoeker met een focus op cyberfysische systemen. Hij is momenteel universitair hoofddocent computerwetenschappen aan de Villanova University in Pennsylvania.
Wat is Elektor Academy Pro?
Elektor Academy Pro biedt gespecialiseerde leeroplossingen voor professionals, engineeringteams en technische experts in de elektronica- en embedded systemenindustrie. Het stelt zowel individuen als organisaties in staat hun praktijkkennis te verdiepen, vaardigheden te versterken en voorop te blijven lopen met hoogwaardige content en praktische trainingstools.
Van praktijkgerichte projecten en cursussen onder leiding van experts tot diepgaande technische inzichten – Elektor ondersteunt ingenieurs bij het aanpakken van de actuele uitdagingen binnen elektronica en embedded systemen. Ons educatieve aanbod bestaat uit Academy-boeken, Pro Boxes, webinars, conferenties en branchespecifieke B2B-magazines – allemaal ontwikkeld met het oog op professionele groei.
Of u nu ingenieur, R&D-specialist of technisch beslisser bent: Elektor Academy Pro slaat de brug tussen theorie en praktijk, helpt u nieuwe technologieën te beheersen en stimuleert innovatie binnen uw organisatie.
For Speed, Area, Power, and Reliability
This book teaches the fundamentals of FPGA operation, covering basic CMOS transistor theory to designing digital FPGA chips using LUTs, flip-flops, and embedded memories. Ideal for electrical engineers aiming to design large digital chips using FPGA technology.
Discover:
The inner workings of FPGA architecture and functionality.
Hardware Description Languages (HDL) like Verilog and VHDL.
The EDA tool flow for converting HDL source into a functional FPGA chip design.
Insider tips for reliable, low power, and high performance FPGA designs.
Example designs include:
Computer-to-FPGA UART serial communication.
An open-source Sump3 logic analyzer implementation.
A fully functional graphics controller.
What you need:
Digilent BASYS3 or similar FPGA eval board with an AMD/Xilinx FPGA.
Vivado EDA tool suite (available for download from AMD website free of charge).
Project source files available from author’s GitHub site.
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.
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.
Programming with GNU Radio
HackRF is an open-source hardware platform developed by Great Scott Gadgets and serves as a versatile front end for software-defined radio (SDR). With HackRF One and its successor, HackRF Pro, users can develop their own SDR applications, build powerful receivers and transmitters, and tackle demanding RF measurement tasks.
This book provides a practical introduction to the world of SDR. Step by step, the author shows how powerful SDR projects can be implemented with HackRF – from the fundamentals of RF technology to advanced applications using GNU Radio.
In addition to working with SDR Sharp (SDR#), RadioConda, and GNU Radio, the book also covers the fundamentals of modern digital signal processing. Numerous experiments and easy-to-follow practical examples guide readers through topics such as AM, FM, and SSB reception, digital filters, shortwave radio, amateur radio, signal generators, and custom RF projects up to 6 GHz.
Whether you are a maker, radio amateur, electronics enthusiast, or SDR beginner, this book provides solid knowledge, practical applications, and the motivation to creatively explore the possibilities of modern SDR technology.
For Speed, Area, Power, and Reliability
This book teaches the fundamentals of FPGA operation, covering basic CMOS transistor theory to designing digital FPGA chips using LUTs, flip-flops, and embedded memories. Ideal for electrical engineers aiming to design large digital chips using FPGA technology.
Discover:
The inner workings of FPGA architecture and functionality.
Hardware Description Languages (HDL) like Verilog and VHDL.
The EDA tool flow for converting HDL source into a functional FPGA chip design.
Insider tips for reliable, low power, and high performance FPGA designs.
Example designs include:
Computer-to-FPGA UART serial communication.
An open-source Sump3 logic analyzer implementation.
A fully functional graphics controller.
What you need:
Digilent BASYS3 or similar FPGA eval board with an AMD/Xilinx FPGA.
Vivado EDA tool suite (available for download from AMD website free of charge).
Project source files available from author’s GitHub site.
For Raspberry Pi, ESP32 and nRF52 with Python, Arduino and Zephyr
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) radio chips are ubiquitous from Raspberry Pi to light bulbs. BLE is an elaborate technology with a comprehensive specification, but the basics are quite accessible.
A progressive and systematic approach will lead you far in mastering this wireless communication technique, which is essential for working in low power scenarios.
In this book, you’ll learn how to:
Discover BLE devices in the neighborhood by listening to their advertisements.
Create your own BLE devices advertising data.
Connect to BLE devices such as heart rate monitors and proximity reporters.
Create secure connections to BLE devices with encryption and authentication.
Understand BLE service and profile specifications and implement them.
Reverse engineer a BLE device with a proprietary implementation and control it with your own software.
Make your BLE devices use as little power as possible.
This book shows you the ropes of BLE programming with Python and the Bleak library on a Raspberry Pi or PC, with C++ and NimBLE-Arduino on Espressif’s ESP32 development boards, and with C on one of the development boards supported by the Zephyr real-time operating system, such as Nordic Semiconductor's nRF52 boards.
Starting with a very little amount of theory, you’ll develop code right from the beginning. After you’ve completed this book, you’ll know enough to create your own BLE applications.
Principles, Design, and Real-World Applications of Modern Photonics
Light shapes our world—from the glow of a simple LED to the precision of a laser beam and the immense power of the sun. LEDs, Lasers, and Sunlight – Principles, Design, and Real-World Applications of Modern Photonics is your comprehensive guide to understanding, designing, and applying modern light technologies.
This book takes you on a journey from the fundamentals of photonics—covering the nature of light, optical laws, and color theory—to real-world engineering with today’s most important light sources. You’ll explore how LEDs work, how to design efficient lighting systems, and how to tackle practical challenges such as thermal management, power supply design, and optical performance.
Beyond illumination, the book opens doors to specialized applications: horticultural lighting for plant growth, infrared and ultraviolet technologies, modern display systems from LCD to MicroLED, and the fascinating world of lasers—from their physics to their use in medicine, industry, and communication. It also connects light engineering to sustainability through solar energy and thermal radiation.
Written with a strong practical focus, this book bridges theory and application. Whether you are an engineer, student, or advanced hobbyist, you’ll gain the tools to turn concepts into working solutions—from selecting components to building complete systems.
If you want to understand light not just as a phenomenon, but as a powerful engineering tool, this book will illuminate the way.
Programming and Projects for the Minima and WiFi
Based on the low-cost 8-bit ATmega328P processor, the Arduino Uno R3 board is likely to score as the most popular Arduino family member, and this workhorse has been with us for many years. Eleven years later, the long-overdue successor, the Arduino Uno R4, was released. It is built around a 48 MHz, 32-bit Arm Cortex-M4 microcontroller and provides significantly expanded SRAM and Flash memory. Additionally, a higher-precision ADC and a new DAC are added to the design. The Uno R4 board also supports the CAN Bus with an interface.
Two versions of the board are available: Uno R4 Minima, and Uno R4 WiFi. This book is about using these new boards to develop many different and interesting projects with just a handful of parts and external modules. All projects described in the book have been fully tested on the Uno R4 Minima or the Uno R4 WiFi board, as appropriate.
The project topics include the reading, control, and driving of many components and modules in the kit as well as on the relevant Uno R4 board, including
LEDs
7-segment displays (using timer interrupts)
LCDs
Sensors
RFID Reader
4x4 Keypad
Real-time clock (RTC)
Joystick
8×8 LED matrix
Motors
DAC (Digital-to-analog converter)
LED matrix
WiFi connectivity
Serial UART
CAN bus
Infrared controller and receiver
Simulators
… all in creative and educational ways with the project operation and associated software explained in great detail.
Plot, Cut, Drill, Mill and Laser with the Z99
This book covers the construction, hardware, software, and operation of the Z99 – CNC machine. This is a multifunctional 4-axis machine for home construction.
The capabilities of the Z99 machine include:
large-format schematic plotting
PCB plotting with etch-resist pens
schematic plotting with conductive-ink pens
letter cutting out of vinyl
paper cutting
PCB/substrate drilling
PCB/substrate milling
text milling
laser engraving
laser cutting of solder paste masks
By making the support software available as freeware, readers of the book are challenged and encouraged to develop new applications for the Z99.
The machine would not be of much use if the user has no option to create suitable files for the designs in mind. A large part of this book is dedicated to creating source files in a variety of freeware software packages, including Inkscape, DesignSpark PCB, KiCad, and FlatCAM.
The book is also useful for readers keen to comprehend and then master the basic structure of HPGL, Gerber, Drill, and G-code files, as well as to have a go at deciphering them using software.