Kid’s kitchen beeps with the help of an Arduino

While Roald Hendriks is quite pleased with the build quality of the IKEA DUKTIG play kitchen, it does lack one thing—the ability to say “beep.”

This feature was requested by his daughter, who for her third birthday wanted “a kitchen that says beep, just like mommie’s.” Not wanting to disappoint, he dutifully installed an Arduino, along with a real-time clock module, buttons, and a speaker to allow her to set the cooking time, and have it count down just like the adult equivalent.

The mods are extremely well done, and the buttons and time display on the front look like they were meant to be there. Hendriks even installed lighting inside the oven so she can see what she’s baking!

Check it out in the video below!

from Arduino Blog http://bit.ly/2DQJz1H

Rotary encoders and Arduino combine for awesome universal remote

In his latest hack, “Matlek” has come up with an entirely new take on the universal remote, using a pair of rotary encoders instead of an array of buttons to output up to 400 individual signals.

One 20-step encoder in his remote selects the device to be controlled, while the other picks the function, like changing the volume or channel.

Pressing down on a built-in button on the action selection encoder executes a command, while if it’s held down for long enough, it can be programmed via an IR receiver. An Arduino is used to control the gadget because of its small size, and the project expands on several helpful concepts like SD card usage and IR signaling.

Of course, the remote has an IR receiver to “absorb” the IR signals of the remotes you want to “clone”, and an IR LED to send them. These protocols are saved on a microSD card, therefore you can switch OFF the remote (and the Arduino board), it keeps the information concerning the signals on the microSD card. There are also 2 rotary encoders with 20 positions each, and that is how you can have 400 buttons. Each rotary encoder is also a pushbutton. There is a LED to inform whether the universal remote is receiving or sending IR signals. This device works on a Lithium Ion battery (18650 cell), so it is portable. And finally, there is a switch, so you can switch it ON and OFF.

Want to create one of your own? You can find out Matlek’s entire tutorial here.

from Arduino Blog http://bit.ly/2Eueh1Y

In College, Sports Trumps STEM

If colleges are working toward preparing students for better jobs with more money, should they be investing so much more in sports than they do in STEM?

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The Top 10 Tallest Towers in the World and Where to Find Them

When it comes to tall buildings there are some impressive structures that can be seen all around the world. But this list is about towers, not buildings. This list is any structure that is free-standing and has no guy-wires for support. While some of them are a little boring to look at, their height is impressive nonetheless…   The Top 10 Tallest Towers in the World and Where to Find Them   10 – Zhongyuan Tower in China – Pinnacle height: 388 m (1,273 ft) Completed in February 2011 it is a TV tower as well as a revolving restaurant and observation tower. Once upon a time, it was the highest steel structure tower in the world, but it was

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Side Channel Attacks: The Tip of the Security Iceberg

What do side channel attacks, smart speakers, wearable tech, and online development tools have in common when it comes to security? Quite a bit, unfortunately.

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Mitsubishi’s Object-Recognition Camera Technology Focused on Mirrorless Cars

Camera system can distinguish between pedestrians, cars, and motorcycles at distances of up to 100 meters.

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11 Myths About the RISC-V ISA

Despite its rich ecosystem and growing number of real-world implementations, misconceptions about RISC-V are keeping companies around the world from fully realizing its benefits.

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Automatic guitar strumming with Arduino Uno and chopsticks

If you like to make music, but don’t consider yourself particularly talented, YouTuber Make It And Fake It has come up with an innovative solution.

Her device uses an Arduino Uno, along with a hobby servo motor to move a pair of chopsticks that holds the pick. This means that the guitar can literally strum itself, and thanks to a small control box, she can even select from one of three rhythm patterns.

If you’re wondering what this could be used for, the answer comes at 1:40 in the demonstration video, where Make It And Fake It is shown drinking tea, playing another instrument, and even texting her mom while still producing music from the guitar. Code for the build can be found on GitHub.

from Arduino Blog http://bit.ly/2BH5wys

Bluetooth, in its Prime, Turns 20

Back in 1998, who would’ve predicted the wireless technology’s current ubiquitousness?

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Power Supplies Can Absorb Power, Too

When a DUT’s excess stored energy needs to be removed, various actions can be taken to handle the task, depending on the amount of energy you’re dealing with.

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11 Myths About the RISC-V ISA

Despite its rich ecosystem and growing number of real-world implementations, misconceptions about RISC-V are keeping companies around the world from fully realizing its benefits.

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Intelligent BOM Management for Today’s Product Innovators Next Generation Bill of Materials Management

Today’s global manufacturers rely on having an accurate bill of materials (BOM) to design, build, and ship quality products on-time and on-budget. This whitepaper explains how an intelligent BOM management solution will help avoid errors and costly delays.

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Product Centric QMS: A Critical Advantage for Regulated Companies

Medical device manufacturers must establish quality systems to comply with FDA regulations and industry standards like ISO 13485. This whitepaper explains why product centric QMS solutions are critical to simplify compliance.

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