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📰 The Arduino has just introduced Nano ESP32

The Arduino Nano ESP32 is an ESP32-S3-based Wi-Fi and Bluetooth microcontroller board designed for IoT applications for hobbyists and enterprise use cases. The new Nano board comes with 8 MB PSRAM and 16 MB flash storage and can be programmed with either the Arduino or MicroPython languages.

Key features of the board:
▫️ Tiny size: Perfect for embedding in standalone projects, designed with a compact Nano form factor.
▫️ Wi-Fi and Bluetooth: Powered by the ESP32-S3 microcontroller, offering wireless connectivity with full Arduino support.
▫️ Arduino IoT Cloud compatibility: Create IoT projects effortlessly using the Arduino IoT Cloud app.
▫️ HID support: Emulate keyboards or mice over USB, expanding computer interaction possibilities.

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🎬 16 Essential Skills Of Embedded Systems Development

The video provides an overview of crucial skills required for engineers working on embedded systems projects. The video emphasizes that many of these skills are transferable and can be applied across different projects.

The skills covered in the video include:
▫️ Embedded Systems Design
▫️ Microcontroller Programming
▫️ Real-Time Operating Systems
▫️ Electronics and PCB Design
▫️ FPGA Development
▫️ Signal Processing
▫️ Control Systems Design
▫️ Sensors and Actuators

Throughout the video, the presenter provides additional resources and open-source projects that can be studied to gain practical insights into each skill area. The content aims to equip viewers with a comprehensive understanding of essential skills for successful embedded systems development and encourages them to explore open-source projects to deepen their expertise in each domain.

https://youtu.be/xBkYaNbsN_g

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📰 The Flipper Zero gets an App Store

An updated mobile app now makes it possible to find and install free apps on the stock Flipper Zero firmware.

The Flipper Zero — a dolphin-themed digital multitool — now has a mobile app store, which makes it much easier to browse and install third-party tools and plug-ins right from your phone. Now, the marketplace is built into the latest version of Flipper’s official app. All the available apps are reviewed by the Flipper team.

At launch, the Flipper app store isn't exposed on the web; instead, apps are made available on the Flipper Zero's companion mobile app. Thus far, there's no way for a developer to monetize their contributions: everything in the app is downloadable free of charge, and automatically sent to the linked Flipper via Bluetooth.

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🎬 Electrolytic Capacitors: Comprehensive Overview, Teardown, and Experiments

The video explains the importance of electrolytic capacitors in power supplies, as they stabilize voltage and ensure a continuous power supply. It introduces three types of aluminum electrolytic capacitors: regular ones with electrolyte, solid ones without electrolyte, and hybrid ones with both. The focus is on reducing Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR) to minimize heat generation and extend capacitor lifespan.

The video provides practical tips for designing circuits to enhance capacitor longevity. The video is likely to be interesting to electronics enthusiasts, hobbyists, and professionals working with power supplies and electronic devices.

https://youtu.be/MAP-VA1m-A4

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📃 Mechanical Pencil Solder Feeder Hack

The soldering hack involves creating an ultra cheap solder feeder using a mechanical pencil and solder of matching diameter. The idea is to use a mechanical pencil with the feeder button located on the side, which allows for easier extension of the solder wire.

The process includes opening the lead compartment of the pencil, removing the cap, eraser, and lead rods, and then inserting the straightened solder wire in place of the lead rods. By holding down the "extend lead" button, the solder wire is threaded through the pencil's tip, creating a simple and effective solder feeder.

This DIY solution not only helps manage solder wire but also provides greater stability during soldering, particularly when working with small components like SMD chips. The project is cost-effective and easy to execute, making it a valuable addition to any soldering toolkit.

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🎬 Inside Boston Dynamics' Spot Robot: Intelligent Design and Versatile Capabilities Explored

The video showcases how the Boston Dynamics' Spot robot's smart motor arrangement and intelligent mechanisms enable it to recover from falls and perform various tasks with animal-like agility.

Additionally, the video discusses how the introduction of an extra motor allows the robot to adopt different walking patterns, such as trotting and crawling, and how it can be fitted with an arm for various industrial applications. The video concludes with an exploration of the significance of the backward bend design, which allows both motors to actively participate in the robot's motion.

This video captivates robotics enthusiasts, providing valuable insights into Spot robot's impressive capabilities and innovative design. Aspiring robotics engineers will find it informative about cutting-edge technology and versatile machine creation.

https://youtu.be/tfWbE_1eCZk

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⚡️ "Superconductor Drama" with the LK-99 and the first successful replication

For the past week, the social media has been aflutter over a claim for a new superconductor that works not only well above room temperatures, but also at ambient pressure. In a race to getting a Nobel prize, the two scientific articles have been posted, which you can find here and here.

At first, the discovery has not been posted here due to the skepticism in the scientific community, which is pretty much explained in the first video supplied to this post. However, today, more than an hour ago, the first claim of successful replication of LK-99 came from the Huazhong University of Science and Technology. The superconductor they received is shown on the second video.

If more replications to follow, this would mean a new technical revolution in everything that involves electronics and beyond. This technology could allow previously impossible things such as widespread of electricity transmission without loses.

#news #electronics
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⚡️ "Superconductor Drama" with the LK-99 and the first successful replication For the past week, the social media has been aflutter over a claim for a new superconductor that works not only well above room temperatures, but also at ambient pressure. In a…
⚡️ DIY Scientists and Institutions Are Racing to Replicate the Room-Temperature Superconductor

All across the world, top labs and citizen scientists alike are racing to replicate the results of a viral study that claimed to have invented a long-sought technology that could revolutionize our daily lives: a room-temperature superconductor.

Sinéad Griffin, a staff scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, presented theoretical evidence that LK-99 has possible pathways for superconductivity in a tantalizing preprint published on Monday. A rush of experimental results is also likely forthcoming, which could help to confirm or deny that LK-99 is a room-temperature superconductor.

For a period on Tuesday, the betting markets implied that the most likely (with 60% chance) result was that the papers would be replicated.

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📟 Felini - The Swiss Army Knife of Electronic Debugging Tools

This is a compact device for experts and electronics enthusiasts alike. It is designed with the aim of integrating as many common tools (like a logic analyzer, a JLink programmer, adapters, etc.) as possible into one handheld device. Besides its primary features, Felini offers additional capabilities like a USB CAN bus adapter, USB to UART, SPI, I2C, and RS485 conversions, a system for quick-checking I2C devices, and servo control through PWM. It can also measure and count pulses and signal frequencies.

The source code for Felini, based on ESP32S3, can be easily adapted to create a simplified version without a screen, using readily available and affordable ESP32S3 kits, providing even the most financially challenged students with a sufficient toolset. Furthermore, Felini's PCB, SMT, and 3D printing models are available on Github, making it easy for anyone to create their own Felini.

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⚡️ DIY Scientists and Institutions Are Racing to Replicate the Room-Temperature Superconductor All across the world, top labs and citizen scientists alike are racing to replicate the results of a viral study that claimed to have invented a long-sought technology…
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📰 NY Times: LK-99 Is the Superconductor of the Summer

The new article by New York Times summarizes findings regarding the LK-99.

The story began when a team of South Korean scientists from the Quantum Energy Research Center claimed to have synthesized LK-99 and provided evidence of its superconducting properties, including a video showing levitation over a magnet. However, experts in the field of superconductivity and solid state physics remain skeptical, as the data provided by the Korean scientists is not entirely convincing.

The resistance of LK-99, at the temperature claimed to exhibit superconductivity, is still much higher than what is expected from a true superconductor. Furthermore, the levitation demonstration is not definitive, as non-superconducting materials can also partially levitate in a similar manner.

For more up-to-date information: LK-99's Wikipedia page updates several times a day with the new information from the scientific articles and their outcomes.

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🛠 Solder Sustainer: Effortless One-Handed Soldering Made Possible

Introducing the Solder Sustainer, a game-changing soldering iron attachment that allows you to effortlessly bond wires with one hand while freeing up the other hand for precise positioning. This innovative tool features touch sensor buttons and a stepper motor-driven solder extruder, ensuring smooth and controlled solder flow.

The Solder Sustainer's unique design prevents solder from sticking to the iron, directing it precisely onto the joint for optimal results. Whether your level is, this device enhances your soldering experience, making it easier and more efficient.

Key Features:
▫️ Touch sensor buttons for easy control and accessibility.
▫️ Stepper motor-driven solder extruder for smooth and controlled solder flow.
▫️ Prevents solder from sticking to the iron, directing it accurately onto the joint.
▫️ Simplifying intricate soldering tasks and boosting productivity.

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