Electronic enthusiasts, makers, and hobbyists interested in quickly prototyping different electronic circuits and designs may be interested in new tiny form factor boards and sensors created by TinyCircuits in the form of Whiskers. Watch the overview video below to learn more about the Whiskers boards, their functionality, and how they can be quickly connected to each other to create more complex applications and projects.
What Are Whiskers?
“Whiskers are the newest, tiniest family of boards to come from TinyCircuits. These tiny boards will add new capabilities to your projects in a big way! From sensors and displays to sound and inputs like switches and joysticks, Whiskers plug into your projects easily with a 5-pin cable which means absolutely no soldering or bread-boarding. Whiskers are tiny, low-cost, and to top it all off – they are compatible with TinyCircuits boards, standard Arduino boards, and Raspberry Pi boards. Over 30 Whisker boards have been developed with many more planned in the future!”
Applications and Benefits
Whiskers are designed to simplify the process of adding functionality to your electronic projects. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced maker, these boards can save you time and effort. For instance, if you are working on a home automation project, you can easily integrate sensors to monitor temperature, humidity, or even motion without the need for complex wiring or soldering.
The plug-and-play nature of Whiskers makes them ideal for educational purposes as well. Teachers and students can quickly set up experiments and prototypes, allowing for more hands-on learning experiences. Imagine a classroom where students can build their own weather stations or robotic arms with minimal setup time.
Moreover, the compatibility with popular platforms like Arduino and Raspberry Pi means that you can leverage existing libraries and community support. This opens up a world of possibilities for creating IoT devices, wearable technology, and more. For example, you could use a Whisker board to add a small display to your Raspberry Pi project, providing real-time data readouts or interactive interfaces.
Future Developments
TinyCircuits has already developed over 30 Whisker boards, but they are not stopping there. The company plans to expand the range of available boards, adding even more sensors, displays, and input options. This continuous development ensures that Whiskers will remain a versatile and valuable tool for makers and hobbyists.
For a complete list of all available form factor boards and sensors, jump over to the official Kickstarter campaign page by following the link below.
Source: Kickstarter
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