Intro to ROS Part 1: What is the Robot Operating System (ROS)? Intro to ROS Part 1: What is the Robot Operating System (ROS)?

In this post, we’ll introduce ROS. We’ll focus specifically on ROS 2, which is the current and actively developed version of the framework. Whether you're new to robotics or looking to understand the tools powering today’s most advanced robots, this is the place to start.

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Experiment 1 from the Inventors Kit for Raspberry Pi Pico, in which we explore Digital Inputs & Outputs. Included in this resource are code downloads, a description of the experiment and also a video walk-through.

Image of Donald Bell Maker Update: Eggselent Engineering Donald Bell Maker Update: Eggselent Engineering Publish Date: 2025-09-04

This week on Maker Update, if you want to break some eggs, you’ve got to break some eggs, the perfect video editing interface, bent circuits, and putting your best hexapod foot forward.

Introduction to ROS Part 1: What is the Robot Operating System? | DigiKey

In this episode, we introduce the Robot Operating System (ROS) and explain how it helps developers build scalable, modular robotics applications.

Boost SMT Efficiency with Sierra Electronics TapeSplice Leader Tape Extenders

Discover how Sierra Electronics TapeSplice Leader Tape Extenders reduce downtime, prevent errors, and improve SMT assembly line performance with reliable, gap-free reel transitions.

Eggselent Engineering [Maker Update] | Maker.io

This week on Maker Update, if you want to break some eggs, you’ve got to break some eggs, the perfect video editing interface, bent circuits, and putting your best hexapod foot forward.

image of Ready-to-use touch solutions and liquid detection webinar Ready-to-use touch solutions and liquid detection

Come explore how to easily integrate touch functionality and liquid detection into your devices using Microchip’s MTCH touch controller family.

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LMR® 400 Coaxial Cable, Connectors, and Accessories Publish Date: 2025-09-04

Amphenol Times Microwave LMR®-400 and LMR®-400-75 high-performance coaxial cables are primarily differentiated by their characteristic impedance.

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Want to scale hands-on learning without expanding your physical footprint. LabsLand enables students to access real hardware from anywhere.

Image of Monitor AI Datacenter Temperatures with NTC Thermistors Monitor AI Datacenter Temperatures with NTC Thermistors Publish Date: 2025-09-04

Use EPCOS (TDK) NTC thermistors for responsive temperature monitoring in AI datacenter cooling systems, from heatsinks to coolant pipes to immersion baths.

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B41799 and B41699 Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors Publish Date: 2025-09-04

EPCOS/TDK B41799 and B41699 aluminum electrolytic capacitors are tailored for demanding automotive environments.

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Spring Contacts to Cover 0.5 mm to 3.1 mm PCB Spacing Publish Date: 2025-09-04

GCT range of SMT spring contacts are perfect for power transfer, grounding, and antenna applications.

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VITA 67.3 RF Interconnect Solutions Publish Date: 2025-09-04

HUBER+SUHNER VITA 67.3 RF interconnect solution products ensure superior signal integrity and seamless integration into OpenVPX and SOSA-aligned systems.

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UBR Series Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors Publish Date: 2025-09-04

Nichicon UBR series aluminum electrolytic capacitors ensure reliable performance in harsh, high-temperature environments.

Optimize SMT Lines with Sierra Electronics TapeSplice High-Quality SMD Reels Publish Date: 2025-09-04

Learn how Sierra Electronics TapeSplice SMD Reels reduce feeder jams, protect components, and improve SMT assembly line efficiency with durable, ESD-safe, precision-engineered reels.

Image of Silicon Labs SiMG301/SiBG301 Next-Generation Series 3 Wireless SoCs SiMG301/SiBG301 Next-Generation Series 3 Low Power Multiprotocol Wireless SoCs — Coming Soon! Publish Date: 2025-09-04

Silicon Labs SiMG301/SiBG301 Next-Generation Series 3 IoT SoCs are tailored for line-powered smart devices such as LED lighting, smart plugs, and switches.

TE Connectivity Raychem Heat Shrink Technology

The impact of unexpected power outages can cause monetary, emotional and physical impacts to you, your customers and your business. Keeping the Power On is job #1. Working together we can help deliver overall confidence in your network.

Magnetic Sensors solutions for EMB: Electro-Mechanical Brake systems

Explore the vital role of electro-mechanical brake systems in modern vehicles and TDK's cutting-edge sensor technology, featuring the Micronas HAR 3930 and HAL 302x sensors.

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TMR 10WIR Series 10 W DC/DC Converter Publish Date: 2025-09-04

TRACO Power TMR 10WIR series of compact 10 W railway approved DC/DC converters have a wide 4:1 input voltage range.

Gear Shift Position detection HAL 15xy and HAL 37xy | Micronas

Animation - Gear Shift Position detection powered by HAL 15xy switch and HAL 37xy 2D Hall sensors.