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All The WTF’s of Servo Motors & Programming
So… you’ve got a project that uses servos. Perhaps you have a driver, great! If you’re like me, you’ve probably started out with a failure or two, and that’s fine if you can afford to fail; [regardless, it’s a lesson you’ll learn and grow from] but, for those who are more organized, less chaotic –who…
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What are DC Motors & How Do They Work?
DC (Direct Current) motors are devices that convert electrical energy into mechanical energy. Small DC motors, like those commonly found in toys, appliances, and small electronics, operate on the principle of electromagnetism. Here’s a semi-technical explanation: Here’s a simpler explanation: So, in simple terms, a small DC motor uses electricity to create magnetic forces that…
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Solar Panels: Everything You Need To Know
** this post pertains to smaller solar panels, ideally those less than 50 volts or the ones used for small projects (like with fountain pumps or LED lights) so, it’s not addressing house-converting energy ** First, lets get nerdy. Solar panels, also known as photovoltaic (PV) panels, are devices that convert sunlight into electricity. Here’s…
Electronics
Electronic Components
What are those?! I’ll explain in depth, but simply
Microcontrollers
The boards and all their brains
Programming Electronics
How to get the thing to do the thing
Troubleshooting
What went wrong, how, and why… all the answers we wish we had before the fail