In a way, the magic of a soil moisture sensor’s functionality boils down to a simple RC circuit. But of course, in practice there is a bit more to it than that. [rbaron] explains exactly how ...

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Smart lights are a great way to enhance home security. Being able to flip on the lights remotely or automatically, you can give the impression that someone is home and expose potential intruders. It’s ...

Overview: Step-by-step guide on how to control a robot with Python.Learn Python-based motor control, sensors, and feedback ...

Modern vehicles rely on a massive amount of electrical systems, sensors, and control modules to keep the wheels turning. Some of those devices are well-known, like your car's main computer or engine ...

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I like this report from Ford on how they keep self driving sensors clean. They have air blowers which can divert any insects heading for the sensor up and over it, and sprayers and other air blowers ...

You will learn about how electric vehicles work differently from gasoline or diesel fuel powered vehicles and the major types of electric vehicles. We then explain the unique components of full ...

Tanner Yackley, a former drone sensor operator with the US Air Force, spent years flying remote combat missions, tracking targets, and executing high-stakes strikes — all from a windowless room ...

The ESP32 is a fantastic little microcontroller with a world of possibilities. Its specifications may appear modest, but its capabilities enable it to power all kinds of devices. From an LED matrix to ...