Google offers AI vision kit for Raspberry Pi owners
https://www.electronics-lab.com/google-offers-ai-vision-kit-raspberry-pi-owners/
Google’s Vision Kit lets you build your own computer-vision system for $45 along with your own Raspberry Pi. The company has now launched the AIY (AI yourself) Vision Kit that lets you turn Raspberry Pi equipment into an image-recognition device. The kit is powered by Google’s TensorFlow machine-learning models and will soon gain an accompanying […]
Newport Family of SBC Based on the Cavium Octeon 64-bit ARMv8 Processor
https://www.electronics-lab.com/newport-family-sbc-based-cavium-octeon-64-bit-armv8-processor/
Gateworks Corporation announces the Newport Family of single board computers featuring eight standard models. These models range in size and features to provide a comprehensive and flexible solution to customers requiring a high performance, feature-rich embedded networking board. The Newport Family is based upon the Cavium Octeon TX 64-bit ARMv8 SoC, which has been designed […]
Pokit – Multimeter, Oscilloscope & Logger in your pocket
https://www.electronics-lab.com/pokit-multimeter-oscilloscope-logger-pocket/
Pokit is a Multimeter, Oscilloscope & Logger that Fits in Your Pocket and connects wireless to your smartphone or tablet. It is compatible with iOS and Android devices while enables you to make measurements on the go. It’s suitable for the maker and enginners that want an easy to use device and why not build […]
IRduino – Arduino-compatible USB infrared receiver
https://www.electronics-lab.com/irduino-arduino-compatible-usb-infrared-receiver/
IRduino is an open source, programmable, Arduino-compatible USB infrared receiver that gives new life to old remote controls. IRduino is a peripheral device that allows almost any IR signal to be translated into commands. It works on many platforms, including PC, Mac, Raspberry Pi, and even some cell phones. The infrared device can be anything […]
7 Undiscovered Add-On Boards For Your Raspberry Pi
https://www.electronics-lab.com/7-undiscovered-add-boards-raspberry-pi/
averagemanvsraspberrypi.com has a list of 7 add-on boards that you may not be aware of. They write: It’s been a couple of weeks since I returned to the Pi, and I’m already seeing people using the same old default add-on boards all over the internet. Don’t get me wrong – they’re popular because they’re good […]
XTRX – Easily embeddable software-defined radio
https://www.electronics-lab.com/xtrx-easily-embeddable-software-defined-radio/
The first ever truly embedded SDR is live on crowdsupply.com XTRX is the smallest, easily embeddable software-defined radio (SDR). It is both affordable and high-performance. Its professional-grade, drop-in technology is designed to enable the next generation of wireless solutions, from prototype to production. While LTE modems and GPS receivers are commodity parts easily bought from […]
OEMsecrets Partners with Retronix to enable IC Testing services
https://www.electronics-lab.com/oemsecrets-partners-retronix-enable-ic-testing-services/
Retronix are considered to be one of the industry leaders in IC testing services. They offer a unique set of technology solutions and can test any components you purchase whilst also offering alloy conversion if you cannot find your part in the specified alloy. To support obsolete components listed by verified non-authorised distributors on OEMsecrets, […]
Teardown & Repair of a SRS DS345 30MHz Synthesized Function Generator
https://www.electronics-lab.com/teardown-repair-srs-ds345-30mhz-synthesized-function-generator/
In this episode Shahriar investigates a peculiar problem with a SRS DS345 function generator. The instrument does not appear to produce the correct output signal frequency. After some investigation it becomes clear that a few of the display digits are not active which hide the actual frequency settings. The problem is traced to a […]
Long-fibre carbon nanotubes shown to be carcinogenic
https://www.electronics-lab.com/long-fibre-carbon-nanotubes-shown-carcinogenic/
by Thomas Scherer @ elektormagazine.com writes: Nanotechnology plays an indispensable role in modern materials research and new products. Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) enable production of novel materials with amazing properties. Progress is however not without risk and a recent study on mice has shown that certain types of CNTs have similar carcinogenic properties as asbestos fibers. […]
Wi-Lamp, the Open Source Wi-Fi LED lamp
https://www.electronics-lab.com/wi-lamp-open-source-wi-fi-led-lamp/
LucaBellan @ open-electronics.org discuss about a multi-function LED lamp that is always connected over WiFi. Since several years already, it is possible to find systems for home automation: irrigation, doors and windows, lighting, air conditioning and alarm systems, everything can be centralized and planned. Recently, the classical control boxes have been replaced by smart systems […]