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Agon Light is a Fully Open-Source 8-bit Microcomputer and Microcontroller
European computer company Olimex Ltd. has created Agon light a budget-friendly microcomputer and microcontroller on one small board. Bernardo Kastrup designed the AgonLight and the Quark firmware was developed by Dean Belfield. The module is the cheapest and fastest 8-bit microcomputer...
Continue ReadingPCBWay added more solder mask colors and includes a new transparent design
Some of the well-known PCB layout design software are Eagle Software, Altium Designer 22 and KiCAD. However, Altium Designer 22 remains a market leader despite its expensive full-suite license. For embedded electronic manufacturers inclined towards adopting open-source technologies,...
Continue ReadingKiCad Version 6.0.0 with New Interface and Improved PCB Design Experience
Many of you might be familiar with the Eagle PCB software suite for electronic design automation. Similar open-source software was introduced about 3 decades ago, KiCad EDA has released a new version with “substantial improvements”. If you are an embedded electronic hacker, KiCad is...
Continue ReadingSeeed’s Open Parts Library (OPL) adds SnapEDA models for faster electronics production
The addition of SnapEDA CAD models into the OPL further streamlines parts selection, design and manufacturing Today, Seeed, a leading global PCB manufacturer based in Shenzhen, is adding SnapEDA computer-aided design (CAD) models to the Seeed and ShenZhen Open Parts Libraries (OPLs),...
Continue ReadingAn Inkscape extension for exporting drawings into a KiCad PCB
Certain electronic applications may require circuits that can fit in a small space, may call for the layout such that the outputs and input pins line up in the enclosure. This can all be possible with custom Printed Circuit Boards(PCBs). Custom PCBs can be used in industries, medical...
Continue ReadingKoki’o Project Case Goes Live On Crowdsupply
Cowfish Studio has announced the launch of the Koki’o Project Case on Crowdsupply. The Koki’o project case is an open frame design that allows for panoramic viewing of your PCB while protecting the board from harmful contact with hands or tools. The open design also allows entry of...
Continue ReadingSnapEDA launches new KiCad plugin to help engineers design electronics faster
Today, SnapEDA - a company that helps engineers design electronics faster by removing barriers - is launching a new KiCad plugin, allowing designers to search and download its computer-aided design (CAD) models directly within the KiCad PCB design environment. KiCad is a free and...
Continue ReadingConvert EasyEDA files to KiCad with just one click
Uri Shaked has just unveiled the result of his work on a script that is able to convert the cloud-based design tool EasyEDA files to the popular KiCad format. This way you are able to benefit the best characteristics of the two design tools and easily migrate from one tool to the...
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