Fancy building a Raspberry Pi thermal camera? If you do the Raspberry Pi Foundation has you covered and published an article featuring a project by Tom Shaffner, linking a MLX90640 Thermal Camera with a Raspberry Pi 4 mini PC. The project uses the PyPi package pithermalcam and offers a more … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi thermal camera project
DIY Projects
DIY Apple iMac powered by M1 Silicon
Apple's new M1 Silicon chip is proving to be a powerhouse and is already included in a small range of Apple devices including the latest Apple MacBook Air and smaller MacBook Pro laptop as well as Apple's Mac Mini desktop computer. The M1 chip has been praised for its impressive performance and … [Read more...] about DIY Apple iMac powered by M1 Silicon
CircuitPython 6.2.0 Beta 3 now available to download
Adafruit has this week announced the availability of its fourth beta release for the current CircuitPython 6.2.0 development phase, making it available to download and test. The new release adds a second USB serial (CDC) channel across most ports, adds a bitmaptool module for help with displayio, … [Read more...] about CircuitPython 6.2.0 Beta 3 now available to download
Ant2 LiPo Charger now available via Crowd Supply
Ant2 is a tiny USB-C LiPo charger, barely larger than the USB Type-C connector and measures just 16 x 9 mm in size. Ant2 can be used to add USB-C power and battery charging support to your space-constrained prototypes and projects. The tiny size also makes it easier to retrofit the USB-C power into … [Read more...] about Ant2 LiPo Charger now available via Crowd Supply
Maker LED Display offers an Arduino programmable Internet connected LED matrix
If you searching for an LED matrix for your next project or to add to an existing application you may be interested to know that the Maker LED Display is now available to purchase from the Crowd Supply website priced from $39 or a 32 x 9 pixel LED matrix or $59 for a larger 64 x 9 pixel LED matrix. … [Read more...] about Maker LED Display offers an Arduino programmable Internet connected LED matrix
Custom Eurorack case for modular synthesizers.
Musicians who would like to save a little hardened cash and build their very own custom Eurorack case for their modular synthesizers may be interested in a new YouTube video offering a great tutorial on how you can build a custom Eurorack using acrylic and wood. This DIY project not only allows for … [Read more...] about Custom Eurorack case for modular synthesizers.
Remote control plane powered by PC server fan
If you are searching for a new project to keep you or your children busy during these strange times, you might be interested in a fascinating new project by YouTuber Peter Sripol. He has ingeniously created a remote control plane propelled by a PC server fan. This unique project not only showcases … [Read more...] about Remote control plane powered by PC server fan
Raspberry Pi Pico alarm clock project
Raspberry Pi enthusiasts looking for inspiration for projects to use the new Raspberry Pi Pico microcontroller, which is now available to purchase priced at just $4, may be interested in a new Pico alarm clock project published on the Hackster.io website by member 'teig'. The project is classed as a … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi Pico alarm clock project
Robotic pool cue calculates precise angles for the perfect shot
YouTuber Shane Wighton has once again created a unique device this time creating the robotic pool cue which is capable of precisely calculating the correct angle, weight and spin required for a perfect pool shot. Watch the demonstration video below to learn more about the unique automatic pool stick … [Read more...] about Robotic pool cue calculates precise angles for the perfect shot
HackSpace Magazine March 2021 issue 40 now available featuring Raspberry Pi Pico projects
Raspberry Pi enthusiasts, makers, and developers may be interested to know that the latest issue of HackSpace magazine for March 2021, Issue 40, is now available to purchase and download for free as a PDF if preferred. This issue offers a wealth of useful projects and insights into using the new … [Read more...] about HackSpace Magazine March 2021 issue 40 now available featuring Raspberry Pi Pico projects
Adafruit adjustable power supply 3V to 12V at 5A offers via 2.1mm – 5.5mm DC
Adafruit has this week announced the availability of a new adjustable power supply perfect for a wide variety of different projects and applications, enabling you to quickly and easily change the voltage by simply turning a dial. On the front of the adjustable power supply is a potentiometer knob … [Read more...] about Adafruit adjustable power supply 3V to 12V at 5A offers via 2.1mm – 5.5mm DC
Minimalist Raspberry Pi Zero W HQ camera case
Raspberry Pi enthusiast and photographer Dan over at the Dan Hobbies website has designed and 3D printed a minimalist Raspberry Pi Zero W and HQ camera case, which he has kindly made available to download directly from the link below. Dan has also written a useful Python application designed to … [Read more...] about Minimalist Raspberry Pi Zero W HQ camera case
