A New Parking Assistant Using ESP8266 and WS2812b LEDs
LED parking assistant using ESP8266 and WS2812b LEDs guides drivers to optimal parking position with color-coded zones and effects. Features web app control, MQTT integration, and over-the-air updates for a smart garage upgrade.
Lighting Neon Rope Tube vs. Aluminum Channel Diffusers
Comparison of BTF-Lighting Neon Rope Tube and aluminum channel diffusers for LED strips, exploring pros, cons, and installation process for outdoor lighting projects.
Benchtop Power Supply From an Old PC
Learn to repurpose an old PC power supply into a versatile benchtop unit with fixed and variable voltages, constant current output, and simultaneous voltage supply capabilities.
Magnetic WLED Lettering
Create customizable LED letter signs using 3D printing, ESP32, and WLED. Learn assembly techniques, magnetic connections, and power management for eye-catching illuminated displays.
Trying New ESP32 Battery Designs
Explore two new ESP32 battery designs to improve mailbox sensor battery life. Learn about sleep modes, test setups, and results for extending battery duration in IoT projects.
Hexagonal LED Panels Using WLED
Step-by-step guide to building hexagonal LED panels using WLED, covering design, assembly, wiring, and troubleshooting. Includes tips for improvement and a final project demonstration.
Using WS2812B RGB Light Strips
Comprehensive guide on WS2812b LED strip installation, covering cutting, splicing, wiring, mounting, powering, and troubleshooting for beginners. Includes practical tips and product recommendations.
ESP8266 vs ESP32 with WLED
Comprehensive comparison of ESP8266 and ESP32 microcontrollers for WLED projects, covering physical differences, performance tests, and sound-reactive features to help makers choose the right board.
Build Your Own LED Controller With WLED
Step-by-step guide to build a local LED light strip controller using WLED firmware. Covers parts, board preparation, wiring, assembly, installation, and testing for a cost-effective DIY project.
An ESP32-Based Mailbox Sensor for Home Assistant
Learn to build an ESP32-based mailbox sensor for Home Assistant, enabling voice or push notifications when mail arrives. Covers hardware assembly, ESPHome setup, and Home Assistant integration.
How to Automate Everything in Your Yard - ESP8266 Arduino Guide
Learn to automate your yard using ESP8266 and Arduino. Build a pet feeder, self-cleaning water system, and irrigation control. Includes hardware setup, coding, and practical implementation tips.
ESPNOW Mix With ESP32 and ESP8266
Learn to create wireless sensor networks using ESP-Now protocol with ESP32 and ESP8266 boards. Covers network designs, example sketches, and troubleshooting common errors for seamless communication between devices.
ESPNOW for Beginners - ESP32 - ESP8266
Learn ESPNOW protocol for ESP32 and ESP8266, from setup to implementation. Covers hardware selection, Arduino IDE configuration, code examples, and a practical project demonstration.
The Ultimate Prototype Board - How to Build the Kit
Comprehensive guide to building an advanced prototype board, covering component installation, soldering techniques, and testing procedures for electronics enthusiasts and makers.
How to Build an RGB 8x8x8 LED Cube
Step-by-step guide to constructing an 8x8x8 RGB LED cube, covering testing, soldering, and assembly techniques for creating an impressive light display.
RGB 8x8x8 LED Cube Theory and Construction
Explore the theory behind building an 8x8x8 RGB LED cube, covering LED control, bit angle modulation, shift registers, and cube architecture in this comprehensive tutorial.
How to Make a Geiger Counter - High Voltage Circuit Design
Learn to build a Geiger counter with high voltage components. Covers DC-DC conversion, circuit design, microcontroller programming, and radiation detection principles. Hands-on project for electronics enthusiasts.
Working with I2C (Two Wire Interface) Devices - Tutorial
Learn to interface with I2C devices like compasses, EEPROMs, and RTCs. Covers I2C basics, code implementation, and datasheet interpretation for Arduino projects.
E-Ink E-Paper Project With ESP32 DeepSleep
Learn to create an e-Ink display project with ESP32 DeepSleep, featuring low power consumption and daily updates. Includes hardware recommendations and step-by-step implementation guide.
The Ultimate Switch Bounce Eliminator - Simple and Effective
Explore a hardware solution for switch bounce elimination using a single chip, applicable to various switches including rotary encoders. Learn circuit design, PCB creation, and see real-world results.
How I Designed My Heater Controller - Warning! Mains Voltage
Comprehensive guide to designing and implementing an Arduino-based heater controller, covering circuit design, PCB creation, component sourcing, and project construction with safety considerations for mains voltage.