Low-Cost, Power Efficient EMG Prosthetic Hand (Part 2)
Creating a low-cost prosthetic arm is challenging, but making one that is also easy to calibrate and accurate is even tougher.
Resistor-Integrated Microswitches Improve System Reliability Through Four-State Detection
Publicatiedatum: 2026-04-21
Resistor-integrated microswitches simplify wiring and improve system reliability with four-state detection for self-diagnosis and remote fault monitoring.
Piezoelectric Ceramics: Driving the Silent Interaction Revolution
Piezoelectric ceramic technology generates an electric charge when subjected to mechanical stress and undergoes deformation when an electric field is applied.
Sound Generation and Musical Microcontrollers
Explore audio output options, including piezos, speakers, DACs, and playback boards for creating music and sound effects in microcontroller projects.
Building a Dynamometer for the Openwheel Project - Part 1
Explore a custom-built dyno for hub motors using load cells and Arduino, enabling accurate power and torque measurements.
Understanding the Difference Between Latching and Non-Latching Relays
Publicatiedatum: 2026-04-07
Relays are a foundational component in electronic systems, enabling reliable control of circuits across industrial, commercial, and consumer applications.
Humanoids – What Does the Future Look Like?
The pace of innovation is accelerating rapidly, driven by advances in AI, robotics, and computing power, with the possibilities expanding beyond simple tasks.
Teaching an amplifier new tricks: The story of the operational amplifier
eMagazine Articles
An operational amplifier, or opamp, is not defined by what it contains or how it is built, but by how it is used.
XRP CoreXY Chessboard Reimagined
Discover how the XRP CoreXY chessboard prototype evolved with improved durability, lighting effects, and a compact transportable design.
I’m Reviving the Openwheel Project!
Follow the revival of an open-source self-balancing skateboard with upgraded motor, VESC controller, and improved design.
Potter and Brumfield (P&B) Relays by TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity’s relays are used in HVAC and refrigeration, appliances, industrial automation, automotive and transportation, and security and access control.
Exploring TE Connectivity’s Trusted Brands
A brief discussion of TE Connectivity’s large portfolio of top brands of interconnect products.
The Role of Power Relays in Reliable HVAC System Design
Publicatiedatum: 2026-02-05
Power relays form the electrical boundary between the high-power loads that perform real work in HVAC systems and the low-voltage control electronics.
How to Synchronize Pneumatic Components for Maximum Efficiency
Publicatiedatum: 2026-01-29
An outline of a system-level approach to pneumatic design and how synchronizing six key component categories can improve energy efficiency.
Rotary DIP Switches and Their Application in Modern Devices
Publicatiedatum: 2026-01-13
A dive into rotary DIP switch basic functionality and continued relevance in modern electronic design.
The Role of Pulse Width Modulation in Electronics
Publicatiedatum: 2025-12-05
A discussion of the basics of Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) as a power-control technique and some of the applications it’s used in.
Piezoelectric Ceramics: From High-Frequency Compensation to Smart Tactile Feedback, Reshaping Audio and Interaction
An innovative application of piezoelectric ceramic earphone units effectively compensates for the shortcomings of traditional dynamic drivers.
Building Blocks for Industry 4.0 Applications
TE Connectivity's Internet 4.0-ready portfolio provides building blocks for new application designs focused on connectivity and safety.
Optimizing Industrial HMI Design with Modular 22 mm Pilot Devices
Publicatiedatum: 2025-11-05
Explore a modular approach to 22 mm pilot devices that addresses industrial challenges with the Eaton M22 series field-configurable functionality pushbuttons.
Why Rear Enclosures Are Crucial for Miniature Speakers
Publicatiedatum: 2025-10-30
Speakers depend not only on their internal components but also on the acoustic environment in which they operate, such as rear enclosures.

