OKdo has added the DACBerry400 audio input/output to the Raspberry Pi ecosystem, developed in partnership with audio accessory provider OSA Electronics specifically for the…
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What’s it like to be a student engineer pre and post COVID-19?
Methods of teaching, access to resources, ability to complete practical assignments and the social aspects of engineering students’ degrees all changed because of COVID-19,…
A complete guide to switches
While a relatively basic component in electronic design, there is a nearly endless variety of mechanical switches differing in size, shape, interfaces, and features.…
A day in the life at University College Cork
My name is Ethan Hussey, and I am going into my 3rd year of studying Electrical and Electronic Engineering at University College Cork. Growing…
A day in the life at Maynooth University
Ever since I could remember, I’ve always had a long life ambition to study engineering in university. Early on I discovered I had an…
Ten top tips from Bangor University
Bangor University is a small city situated on the north west coast of Wales. With the Snowdonia national park to the south and island…
An overview of ultrasonic sensors
Emitting a chirp and then measuring the amount of time it takes for that chirp to bounce off an object and return, ultrasonic sensors…
A comparison of different proximity sensor options
Proximity sensors are widely used as a no-touch method to provide either precise distance measurement to an object or simple “there/not there” logic. However,…
Comparing SPI, RS-485, and SSI Protocols for Absolute Encoders
Encoders can play a large part in providing precisely tracked motor position and motion in a variety of applications. But, with a variety of…
USB type C finds new use in power-only designs
As one of the most recognizable components in electronic design, USB connectors have undergone a multitude of changes since their inception in 1996. This…