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Image of RGB LED Indicators for Embedded Systems and Displays RGB LED Indicators for Embedded Systems and Displays Publish Date: 2025-05-30

Energy-efficient RGB LED indicators are ideal for embedded systems and offer vibrant colors, durability, and compact design.

Image of Webinar - Understand Safety System Fundamentals Webinar - Understand Safety System Fundamentals

Learn how components such as proximity sensors, light curtains, laser scanners, and door interlocks can create a seamless safety environment.

Image of Why Traceability is Key for Automotive Manufacturing Why Traceability is Key for Automotive Manufacturing Publish Date: 2025-04-01

Enhance automotive manufacturing traceability for accurate assembly, supply chain visibility, counterfeit prevention, and efficient recalls.

Image of Webinar – Zephyr Workshop: Writing Device Drivers Webinar – Zephyr Workshop: Writing Device Drivers

This webinar guides attendees through the process of writing an I2C temperature sensor device driver using the Zephyr real-time operating system.

Embedding Objects Inside a 3D Print Embedding Objects Inside a 3D Print

Discover how to use transparent PLA and embedded LEDs to create stunning diffused lighting effects in 3D printed projects.

Image of Quickly Add Machine Vision to Your Next Application with Easy-to-Use Camera Modules Quickly Add Machine Vision to Your Next Application with Easy-to-Use Camera Modules

Quickly evaluate lens and optical configurations for machine vision using a fully equipped camera module and easy-to-use software.

CurrentBody LED Face Mask Teardown CurrentBody LED Face Mask Teardown

Exploring red light therapy mask tech—what’s inside, how it works, and if a DIY version is possible.

Image of Understanding The Role of Drivers, Switches, and Laser Diodes for Effective LiDAR Performance Understanding The Role of Drivers, Switches, and Laser Diodes for Effective LiDAR Performance Publish Date: 2025-02-06

Electro-optical components are at the core of LiDAR, which uses laser pulses to create a three-dimensional “point cloud” rendition of the surroundings.

Image of Harnessing Ambient Energy for Low-Power Applications Harnessing Ambient Energy for Low-Power Applications

Nexperia's compact energy harvesting PMIC enables high performance of low-power applications without compromising on efficiency.

Image of Using a Servo Dev Board for NeoPixel LED Control Using a Servo Dev Board for NeoPixel LED Control

I had the idea of creating a night flyer out of one of my R/C combat planes. What if it could be done quickly using servo leads and be easily serviceable?

LCD Types and Modes LCD Types and Modes

Not sure which LCD mode is right for your project? Learn the differences between transmissive, reflective, and transflective displays to help you decide.

Image of Use Advanced Photoelectric Devices to Simplify the Deployment of Proximity Sensing Use Advanced Photoelectric Devices to Simplify the Deployment of Proximity Sensing Publish Date: 2024-11-07

Selecting the right photoelectric proximity detectors for factory automation can accelerate setup and provide higher performance and enhanced accuracy.

Image of What Are Some New IP69K Sensor Options for Food, Beverage, and Pharmaceutical Processing Lines? What Are Some New IP69K Sensor Options for Food, Beverage, and Pharmaceutical Processing Lines? Publish Date: 2024-10-31

A discussion several sensors suited for use in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical processing lines, along with some application and installation suggestions.

Why You Need to Know About EEZ Studio Why You Need to Know About EEZ Studio

Ready to enhance your UI design process? Learn why EEZ Studio, a free and open-source tool, is a must-try for those working on embedded systems & test equipment.

Image of CUI Devices Has a New Name - Same Sky CUI Devices Has a New Name - Same Sky

CUI Devices is now Same Sky. Read all about their rebranding in this blog.

Open Sauce 2024 Recap Makers, Creators, and Technology Innovators! Open Sauce 2024 Recap: Makers, Creators, and Technology Innovators!

Discover the innovative projects and creative minds at Open Sauce 2024. Join us as we explore the highlights and standout exhibits.

Image of Sinker’s Ice Fishing House/Shanty - LED Upgrade Sinker’s Ice Fishing House/Shanty - LED Upgrade

Find out which connectors work best for splicing wires and how to distribute power to multiple LED locations in this blog.

Image of Remote Hardware Systems with the LabsLand Prism4 Remote Hardware Systems with the LabsLand Prism4

Remote labs, in the context of education and training, are hardware and software systems allowing students access to real equipment elsewhere on the Internet.

A Short De-mystification of Optocouplers A Short De-mystification of Optocouplers

Learn how to effectively utilize optocouplers in your electronic projects with insights into their operation, performance considerations, & circuit design tips.

Image of Using Scalable Microcontrollers to Achieve Design Flexibility Using Scalable Microcontrollers to Achieve Design Flexibility Publish Date: 2024-05-15

The STM32H7 microcontrollers enable design reuse and scalability with a wide range of pin-compatible hardware options.