I f you have a home lab, you probably think first about servers, networking gear, and SBCs. Those are all great tools, but ...

Hi, I'm Bill. I'm a software developer with a passion for making and electronics. I do a lot of things and here is where I document my learning in order to be able to inspire other people to make ...

There are 60 unique lighting patterns 🎉, ranging from simple blinks to complex effects! The system selects a pattern based on the mode: Random Mode: Selects a ...

Automating household or office systems can be achieved using an Arduino Nano, a passive infrared (PIR) motion sensor, and a relay. The primary aim is to create a control system that activates or ...

The following project is an update of Gary D. Patterson’s “Simplified CTC signals” in the July 1988 issue of MR. Bringing the project up to date was a large endeavour. The block control project now ...

We all know how fireworks are lit. It is simple, hold the flame of a lighter close to its wick and the gunpowder does the rest of the magic. However, in this post, I am going to explain how to do the ...

In today's fast-paced world, convenience is key. Dealing with the temperature fluctuations in your living space can be quite a hassle. For those who live in regions where the afternoons can be ...

On the surface, a programmable logic controller (PLC) might seem like nothing more than a generic microcontroller, perhaps outfitted to operate in industrial settings with things like high ...