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Serwantess: Electronic assistant for disabled - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: RiverTown
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 29, 2014, 09:22:51 am
content: Hi,I want to present you Serwantess project. Project is started and developed by my university professor.All collected funds are used for production of Serwantess. First goal was to collect 3000usd for Serwantes for Milana. That goal is reached, and now target is 6000 usd so that Kristijan can get his Serwantess.https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/serwantess-electronic-assistant-for-disabled#homeCampaign is soon over and every help is appreciated. Additional informations can be found on campaign site.Regards
new gun camera prototype - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: sunnyhighway
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 24, 2014, 02:19:02 pm
content: Just found this gem.https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/new-gun-camera-prototype

author: Richard Crowley
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 24, 2014, 03:25:22 pm
content: This must be a joke. This is what gives those crowd-funding schemes a bad name.I almost posted a "comment" asking if this was a joke, and if the poster's mommy knew he was using her computer.

author: theatrus
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 27, 2014, 04:41:43 am
content: Page vanished
LazerBlade: The affordable laser cutter / engraver - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: snoopy
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 24, 2014, 03:15:19 am
content: Don't know if this one has been covered but it is a small CNC laser cutter for light materials.https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1537608281/lazerblade-the-affordable-laser-cutter-engraver?ref=home_locationIt 's an aussie bloke from Melbourne. It's good to see aussies having ago. 466K raised with three days to go

author: sacherjj
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 24, 2014, 04:45:40 am
content: Wood only < 1mm seems to be to far on the lighter materials to be useful for much.

author: frenky
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: June 24, 2014, 07:17:11 am
content: They changed laser led with one with more power. Can cut 5mm balsa and 2.8mm light plywood.

author: Fred27
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: June 24, 2014, 09:42:36 am
content: That's not significantly cheaper that a Chinese 40W CO2 laser that is actually useful. Granted the quality control and stepper control board on the DC-K40 are suspect, but nothing the average EEVblog reader can't cope with.
Another wireless dmm - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: frenky
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: June 11, 2014, 06:11:24 am
content: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/692142924/smartphone-tablet-wireless-digital-multimeterAnother death trap?I would never dare to put 600V AC or 750V DC trough this:

author: theatrus
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 11, 2014, 06:46:01 am
content: The classic no protection multimeter!I find it interesting that a COB IC was used - must be a demo board floating around.

author: Stonent
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 11, 2014, 07:08:10 am
content: Maybe an ISL7106 COB clone removed from a harbor freight multimeter.

author: Stonent
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 11, 2014, 07:10:29 am
content: This is a rather strange picture..."Facial Massager"

author: CanadianAvenger
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 11, 2014, 01:13:58 pm
content: Quote from: theatrus on June 11, 2014, 06:46:01 amlook closely, it's a cut down PCB, they likely salvaged it from a DMM.

author: grumpydoc
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 11, 2014, 01:38:28 pm
content: QuoteYeah, right

author: Stonent
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 11, 2014, 06:02:38 pm
content: Quote from: CanadianAvenger on June 11, 2014, 01:13:58 pmYeah that was my thought, in fact the Harbor Freight ones based on the DT830 $5 meter have gold plated pads surrounding the chip on board, with the majority being the LCD drive pins.

author: Dave
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 11, 2014, 08:12:54 pm
content: I like how rapidly the measurement settles and how that Android app looks nothing like a Fluke multimeter.

author: theatrus
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 11, 2014, 11:15:56 pm
content: Quote from: Dave on June 11, 2014, 08:12:54 pmIt's blue - bears no resemblance whatsoever!Also, I thought skeuomorphism died out.
Remote controlled paper plane, you say?? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: junkie_business
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: June 07, 2014, 12:31:37 am
content: Words cannot describe how much I want one of these.https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/393053146/powerup-30-smartphone-controlled-paper-airplane

author: John Coloccia
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 07, 2014, 12:41:39 am
content: OMG, that's awesome. It's so cool that it doesn't even need to work well. It just needs to work!

author: Rasz
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 10, 2014, 09:02:10 pm
content: they will be available in about a month on DX and ebay in form of third party clones
Raspberry Pi Temperature Controller - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: hectorka
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 02, 2014, 06:28:51 pm
content: This is a Raspberry Pi Temperature controller.It allows you to read and control the temperature and has a really easy interface.Here is the link :https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1154457775/raspberry-pi-temperature-controller

author: Monkeh
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 02, 2014, 06:32:29 pm
content: Quote from: hectorka on July 02, 2014, 06:28:51 pmWhat a fantastically expensive, inefficient way to achieve a simple goal.

author: hectorka
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 02, 2014, 09:23:20 pm
content: First let's read what our illustrious Dave Jones have to say about a hardware projecthttp://www.eevblog.com/2014/05/28/the-economics-of-selling-your-hardware-project/Considering how many options there are I don't think there is a very expensive project.

author: Monkeh
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 02, 2014, 09:32:52 pm
content: Quote from: hectorka on July 02, 2014, 09:23:20 pmSecond, let's go buy a programmable thermostat off the shelf.Sorry, I just find the idea of building expensive hardware around an expensive, underperforming, overhyped piece of hardware utterly offensive.

author: hectorka
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 02, 2014, 09:59:24 pm
content: Yes let's go and buy one ....http://www.omega.com/pptst/CN7800.htmljust $112

author: Monkeh
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 02, 2014, 10:09:29 pm
content: Quote from: hectorka on July 02, 2014, 09:59:24 pmLess than $20 more for a proven, tested, certified safe, purpose built device, with more input capability. And it is of course the only one on the market...
Dave, Procedure for Missing or Non-Functional uCurrent Gold? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: beaker353
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: May 21, 2014, 02:28:01 pm
content: Sorry to bug you through the forum, but it was successful last time. I had a thread about a month ago about a uCurrent Gold I got that was DOA. You asked me to test a couple of voltages and send you my snail mail address for a replacement to be sent out. I did so on 4/24. I didn't get an email back, so I don't know if the email got caught in a spam filter or if it's just taking a while for the replacement to make the trip to yank-land. Thanks!-EM

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: May 21, 2014, 02:56:13 pm
content: Sorry, I can't recall. I re-sent a small lot of missing or faulty ones quite a few weeks ago now.Send me another email and I can check.

author: beaker353
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: May 21, 2014, 03:17:09 pm
content: EMail sent.-EM
Wittig Oszifox back from the dead - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: grenert
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: May 16, 2014, 05:02:06 am
content: Just learned about this recently and don't recall seeing it mentioned here. The Kickstarter failed, but many people here are aware of Wittig and their old probe oscilloscope. Maybe you'll find it interesting:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/655882213/world-smallest-keyring-type-oscilloscope-with-coloThe "company" website for this is at:http://www.wittig.it/key-scope-oscilloscope.html(corrected link now, thanks!)

author: miguelvp
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 16, 2014, 05:13:39 am
content: Second link same as first one?Never mind I found it (I think):http://www.wittig.it/key-scope-oscilloscope.html

author: fcb
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 16, 2014, 08:39:17 am
content: I remember that the first time around. It wasn't very good.

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 16, 2014, 09:56:33 am
content: QuoteIn what respect?

author: fcb
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 16, 2014, 01:58:52 pm
content: Quote from: dunkemhigh on May 16, 2014, 09:56:33 amThat was 20 odd years ago. I'm not sure I could remember the exact reasons when I tried it, but i didn't buy one (I also had a Scopemeter, Tek465 and PM3394 Combiscope so used to decent displays).

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 16, 2014, 02:27:24 pm
content: Ah, sorry, I got a bit confused. I thought you meant the one we can see in KS was not very good, but you meant the first one. DuhI remember that, and the price, and the screen devoid of any info except a squiggly line. Fancied one the play with but couldn't justify the cost.

author: codeboy2k
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 16, 2014, 08:52:40 pm
content: I wonder what makes them think they can sell more on their own if the KS didn't go ??KS , in my opinion, is a good indicator of success outside in the free / open market.

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 16, 2014, 09:15:30 pm
content: QuoteFailed KS = no money, no units.Sell by website = some money, some unitsI think the maths has it

author: fcb
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 17, 2014, 09:23:20 am
content: I think engineers fall in-love an idea, and tend to pursue it to the bitter end. I don't remember seeing the KS for the reborn Oszifox.If this class of instrument was really in-demand then the big manufacturers would be in on it.
Open Bench Project makerspace hackerspace in Portland Maine. - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: jh15
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: May 04, 2014, 04:35:44 am
content: For several years I tried starting a hackerspace in Maine the Sopohackerspace. South portland hackerspace. In New England, there are several startups, myself because I had a cafeteria, kitchen, a/c heat, clean restrooms included in the rent of my engineering and repairlab. No charge for members, and was trying for a critical mass to form an organization.I was the first in Maine to start a hackerspace, but not for wanting to, but needing to.Someone out of the blue to me, has put a major effort into starting a maker space.That's great, because I am old, and would just like to be in the engine(ering) room and support the effort.It is called the Open Bench Project.Funding is through Indigogo, and I am leaving my office building to be assimilated. I am going to get a small area for a bench.My point is to use Dave's videos and my test equipment for hands on training, plus the science stuff I always wanted to teach. Other video friends here I will also show like mike's electric stuff , Fran, Jeri, the esamba guy,...Seems real electronic engineering is alien to others in my area, so it was my request for a permanant space in the building.check it out, donate or whatever. And donate a few bucks a month to dave please, nothing like him,Since the data book days.Jim

author: miguelvp
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 04, 2014, 07:49:27 am
content: Not in Portland but would love to live in there.In any event, place the link for your Indigogo so people can fund it, they are not going to try to find it, although some might!

author: jh15
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: May 07, 2014, 03:14:43 am
content: OK, here is Indiegogo:https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/open-bench-project-a-makerspace-initiative-for-portland-maineThe website:http://obportland.org/Jim
Printoo, a platform for Printed Electronics - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: mcamara
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: April 22, 2014, 04:08:27 pm
content: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1030661323/printoo-paper-thin-flexible-arduinotm-compatible-mWe wanted to make new great printed electronics technologies accessible to anyone, so we created Printoo - a thin, flexible and modular set of boards that use Arduino software and come with novel technologies such as printed batteries, electrochromic displays, printed polymer solar cells, films with LED die chips and organic photodetector.

author: scientist
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 25, 2014, 03:39:11 am
content: It seems like a pretty cool idea. You could have used a better chip than the 328p though. How exactly do those solar cells work?

author: Legit-Design
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: May 01, 2014, 01:09:04 pm
content: Reminds me ofhttp://www.seeedstudio.com/wiki/index.php?title=Seeeduino_FilmHow durable are those in real life? From what I heard Seeeduino Film started falling apart really easy, from just very careful prototyping. Those flex pcbs are meant to be fixed to something that supports them.

author: scientist
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: May 01, 2014, 07:24:46 pm
content: I don't like how they claim the printed boards are lighter than air. Yes, the balloon with enough helium is, but the boards certainly aren't.

author: miguelvp
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 02, 2014, 01:37:19 am
content: It will be cool only if they offered custom solutions, but that will be asking too much I guess.

author: Stonent
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 06, 2014, 02:44:15 pm
content: What's up with the radio controlled athletic cup?
Solar BMS on Kickstarter (just 15h left) - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: electrodacus
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 24, 2014, 04:29:48 pm
content: SBMS4080 Is a fully programmable solar BMS (Battery Management System) designed to work with any type of Lithium battery and supercapacitors (yes they also need a BMS:))There was nothing like this available so I needed to design my own for my OffGrid house to charge the LiFePO4 battery.Here is a photo of the working beta sampleand here is a 3D render more like what it will look like in the final version.Here is a link for more detailshttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/electrodacus/open-source-programmable-solar-bms-development-boaI will be happy to answerer any questions.

author: electrodacus
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 23, 2014, 12:24:37 am
content: Project is successfully funded and there are just 15h left on Kickstarter.http://electrodacus.com/k/
Best [non]Kickstarter ever! - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: CanadianAvenger
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 20, 2014, 06:15:27 pm
content: If crowdfunded videos were honest.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHinmxK-tnE&feature=youtu.be

author: David
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 20, 2014, 09:47:27 pm
content: Brilliant!

author: Smokey
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 21, 2014, 06:01:24 pm
content: I'm going to start saying "Vertical Integration" more often. "Synergy" just lost too much of it's buzzzzzzzz.

author: SteveThing
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: April 11, 2014, 10:24:43 pm
content: So, I think I get it. "Vertical Integration" is their way of saying, "Bend over, and let me vertically integration myself into your life".

author: Smokey
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 11, 2014, 10:26:25 pm
content: Quote from: SteveThing on April 11, 2014, 10:24:43 pmWouldn't that be "horizontal integration"?

author: calexanian
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 12, 2014, 05:28:44 am
content: Perfection.....

author: peter.mitchell
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 15, 2014, 09:13:25 am
content: I gotta say, this is probably cooler;
pretentiousness and no technical information, meet the Pono - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: con-f-use
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: April 03, 2014, 04:02:52 pm
content: Yes the name sounds like a synonym for adault films...https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1003614822/ponomusic-where-your-soul-rediscovers-music?ref=category

author: CanadianAvenger
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: April 03, 2014, 04:35:12 pm
content: already a discussion on-goinghttps://www.eevblog.com/forum/crowd-funded-projects/ponomusic-player-by-neil-young/

author: con-f-use
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: April 03, 2014, 05:03:37 pm
content: Quote from: CanadianAvenger on April 03, 2014, 04:35:12 pmSorry must have slipped me. I can't delete the thread because people posted in it. Maybe you do it yourself or a Mod deletes it.
MyArmBot - review? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: LuisRLopez
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: March 16, 2014, 06:44:21 pm
content: Just wanted to get feedback on this new kickstarter.

author: fake-name
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 17, 2014, 06:01:39 am
content: Who exactly is this sort of thing for? Are you planning on 3D printing your whole production run?Also: Hobby-servos = shit.If you want the thing to have real utility, and not just be a funny tchotchke people buy and play with for a weekend, and then never touch again, you'd need real servos (note - not the thing RC modelers call "servos", and not have it made of plastic.

author: LuisRLopez
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: March 17, 2014, 01:34:55 pm
content: The design is for anyone wanting a solid starting point for a robot appendage ... it is modular and can be easily modified ... it can be made as a educational kit or to experiment with machine learning ... production printing is not really the goal but might be OK for a small prototype run. Any servos can be selected based on end use. As metal printing tech gets more accessible this design will still work. ... that's why we want to make it open source sometime next year ... but only after we are 100% sure all the parts fit smooth and work perfectly.

author: dr.diesel
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 17, 2014, 01:54:41 pm
content: Quote from: LuisRLopez on March 16, 2014, 06:44:21 pmHow about a link to said kickstarter?

author: LuisRLopez
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: March 17, 2014, 02:03:00 pm
content: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/257808239/myarmbot-open-source-wireless-arduino-android-fitOr to remember it and related links like Facebook/personalrobots we setup:http://myarmbot.com

author: Harvs
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 17, 2014, 02:13:13 pm
content: How long is it going to take if all 200 of the "Complete Preview Kit"'s go?Sounds like an awful lot of pain 3D printing all of those @ your 20hrs each. Even with a few printers going...

author: LuisRLopez
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: March 17, 2014, 02:47:29 pm
content: We have an outsource connection for the 200 3D printed sets. We also got the minimum print time down to ~3hrs per set using 3 to 4 printers. Right now we have been testing improved herring bone gears for smoother consistent motion. They take longer to print but I think we will still be inside 3 hrs pet unit. Also our outsourcing folks have faster production printers.
Conductive Ink Inkjet print(er) on Kickstarter - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: kaz911
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 03, 2014, 03:30:15 am
content: Here is a little setup for printing your test/circuit - board on a standard inkjet printer.https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1597902824/agic-print-printing-circuit-boards-with-home-print/?ref=eevblogBut seems like you glue components together - and very little info on tech specs like minimum trace width etc.

author: frenky
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: March 03, 2014, 08:34:22 am
content: I think the main drawback is a price of (silver nano particles) ink.Here is a whitepaper from one of the involved people:http://dl.acm.org/citation.cfm?id=2493486Some time ago there was a similar project on kickstarter:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cartesianco/the-ex1-rapid-3d-printing-of-circuit-boards

author: Marco
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 03, 2014, 03:04:38 pm
content: I'd rather have a PCB jig and set of components to raise the head on a common model of inkjet printer to print directly on PCBs for normal etching (there is stuff like that for printing business cards).
ring - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: minibutmany
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 01, 2014, 10:28:26 pm
content: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1761670738/ring-shortcut-everything?ref=popularAlthough it looks cool, I don't see this having the same kind of practical use that other wearable devices offer. Why would you want to walk around with a huge hunk of metal on your pointer finger?

author: Rigby
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 01, 2014, 10:42:43 pm
content: I don't understand the sudden surge of gesture input devices, myself, but I guess some people are pretty excited by it; it's met its funding goal with 33 days to go.It makes a lot more sense to me if someone with disabilities uses it over someone with a perfectly good pair of hands & arms. I have a Leap Motion and it is absolute garbage in terms of computer control. Using it to control a robot arm is a lot more intuitive, though, and works pretty well.
Robot Army Starter Kit Launch! - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: spetku
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: February 03, 2014, 04:59:57 pm
content: Make one of these sharp looking creatures :We finally launched the Kickstarter for our delta robot kit just two days ago. If you haven't heard about it yet, then I encourage you to check it out! My larger goal beyond going into production is to fund the completion of an old project of mine which is to make a literal army of these little robots and then control them with a combination of motion capture and neural input. All of our development will be shared with our backers so that they can try everything at home with their delta. - Take a look at the cool things we've been up to :http://kck.st/1iXawn2-Sarah

author: BravoV
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 03, 2014, 05:08:01 pm
content: Thinking real hard for any other "practical" use ...

author: krux
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 03, 2014, 06:02:07 pm
content: The kit is designed to be very hackable, so it's "practical" use is what ever you come up with... even if that is to learn more about how delta robots operate and inverse kinematics.

author: MatCat
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: February 03, 2014, 06:04:45 pm
content: Cute toy and fun for learning electronics, not very useful though.

author: calexanian
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 21, 2014, 06:00:16 am
content: Awwwww... They are like a basket of kittens!!!

author: spetku
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: February 22, 2014, 12:07:53 am
content: ...yes....yes they are- but louder and more stabby. =] Speaking of kittens :http://youtu.be/JV5CyCfnsB0

author: Noise Floor
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: February 23, 2014, 09:37:04 pm
content: Sarah, I support your effort and hope to make it to your installation. My daughter and I will build this together. Pledged.

author: spetku
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: February 24, 2014, 12:50:22 am
content: Thank you for your support!! =D =D =D

author: CanadianAvenger
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: February 24, 2014, 02:17:30 am
content: I've been going back and forth for a while on whether to back this project or not. I really like the idea of the project, and supporting your installation, the shipping costs are outrageous. [especially as I'm in Canada, it can't cost anywhere near $60 to ship here] While I did finally cave in and back you, as I really want to build one of these things with/for my son. But I emplore you to please come up with a better shipping rate to Canada at the very least.

author: krux
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 24, 2014, 07:03:56 am
content: Woo! Only a week left in the kickstarter, and it looks like you're at 183% of your goal. By my count that's over 150 little yellow deltas who will be sent out into the wild to conquer the world. Congratulations on your progress Sarah!
Most Ironic Kickstarter Ever - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 20, 2014, 10:57:48 pm
content: A book on "how to succeed at kickstarter" fails to reach it's funding goal!http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ilex-press/kickstarter-succeed-first-time-a-guide-to-crowdfun

author: GiskardReventlov
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: February 20, 2014, 11:01:45 pm
content: That's a big goose egg!

author: calexanian
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 21, 2014, 05:58:41 am
content: How to get rich quick by writing get rich quick books. Either it works, or the universe collapses into a singularity.

author: BravoV
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 21, 2014, 06:05:32 am
content: An instantaneous image pop out from my head when reading it.

author: Kjelt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 21, 2014, 07:37:47 am
content: So what happens now, do the backers get a refund or is the author getting his money and does not even have to write a book, how does this work (could have used the book)

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 21, 2014, 09:12:22 am
content: Quote from: Kjelt on February 21, 2014, 07:37:47 amIt's Kickstarter. The target wasn't met, so no one gets charged.

author: Psi
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 21, 2014, 09:57:44 am
content: Next up..... on kickstarter"Kickstarter is awesome but we need your money to create an even better website to crowdfund projects. We will build on the ideas of kickstater with added features and useability."

author: cybermaus
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: February 21, 2014, 10:33:31 am
content: He is considered extremely successful at Kickstarter because his triggertrap raised 3 times its goal.Two things spring to mind:- Apparently it does not matter if the product is successful or good, the benchmark is only if you were able to raise money for it. (Surely this is con-man's heaven ? )- Did the uCurrent not clock in at x12? You should write that book Dave, you are much more qualified. (I would not back such a type of book though, not even from you)
OBDLink MX WiFi - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: frenky
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 04, 2014, 12:44:39 pm
content: OBDLink MX WiFi: A Wireless Gateway to Vehicle OBD Networkshttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/obdsol/obdlink-mx-wifi-a-wireless-gateway-to-vehicle-obdI really don't see what is the benefit of having wifi connection instead of bluetooth (BLE?) in a car.And video is suggesting that this is the first cheap OBD adapter? Perhaps they made this video 10 years ago?You can get BT OBD adapter on ebay for 20% of their requested price.

author: Rory
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: February 04, 2014, 12:52:32 pm
content: An iOS device has to be jailbroken and running Roqybt to work with bluetooth OBD devices.

author: frenky
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 04, 2014, 12:55:53 pm
content: I see. That explains why they got 200% of the requested funds in one day.
Pockethernet: Smartphone connected Ethernet cable tester and network analyzer  - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Jvanboxtel
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: January 30, 2014, 02:24:01 pm
content: Hey, we just launched a indiegogo campaign that might be interesting for all network / IT people. Would be great to get some feedback!We developed a smartphone connected cable network tester for $150,-. We’re trying to bring it to the market within the next months so we’re running a crowd funding campaign to make that happen.Here’s what the device can do:Wiremap including shieldAdvanced wiremap with length measurementTDR-based, single ended fault locatingVoltage detectionPoE supply detectionLegacy PoE device detectionCable toner with customizable ringtonesBit error rate test (10/100/1000)Port blinkerLink speed and duplex identification (10/100/1000)Link establishment test (10/100/1000)DHCP, DNS, Ping, Traceroute tests (10/100)PDF report generationSend report via Email (also to issue tracking systems)If you want to know more details, have a look at the project page:indiegogo.pockethernet.com

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 30, 2014, 02:43:02 pm
content: Why the custom case ?I can't believe you couldn't have found a perfectly good off-the-shelf case for something like this.

author: zdevai
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: January 30, 2014, 03:05:26 pm
content: Well, we really didn't find any good off-the-shelf case (please link if you have any suggestions for the future!).Also, we hope to have enough volume to justify the custom plastics and not make any compromises on the size and usability.After all, it has to neatly fit into your pocket, or the name doesn't work out

author: Fsck
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 30, 2014, 03:19:16 pm
content: found one in aluminium:http://www.hammondmfg.com/pdf/1550M.pdfalso, polycarb+gasket:http://www.hammondmfg.com/1554FLP.htmalso, can't seem to get your video to work, but did support (for now).

author: nihilism
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 30, 2014, 03:47:21 pm
content: Interested, but you won't ship to Australia yet?

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 30, 2014, 04:06:33 pm
content: Quote from: zdevai on January 30, 2014, 03:05:26 pmTakachi make some really nice pocket cases with rubber boots.http://www.takachi-enclosure.com/There are plenty of other handheld cases from the usual suspects - Hammond, Okw, Pactec, Bopla to name a few.For a product like this it's important to focus on the core functionality - building a custom case is just a distraction.

author: zdevai
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: January 30, 2014, 04:26:10 pm
content: Quote from: nihilism on January 30, 2014, 03:47:21 pmSadly, we decided to be on the safe side of the regulations (EMC, safety, environmental, tax, etc.).For the start, it seemed that covering two major regions is feasible, but dealing with additional national variations would risk the fulfillment of the whole project.
IGG tiny arduino clone. What is different? A dozen Ebay vendors seem similar. - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: wilfred
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 19, 2014, 12:07:56 pm
content: /.

author: sleemanj
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 19, 2014, 12:53:33 pm
content: Appears to simply be another pro-mini knock off.The tx/rx are just duplicated to the sides (it's the same as the official pro mini).Schematic such as it is:http://arduino.cc/en/uploads/Main/Arduino-Pro-Mini-schematic.pdfAs you say, dime a dozen these things, the IGG campaign brings nothing new to the table.

author: Maxlor
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: January 19, 2014, 01:05:49 pm
content: It's really cheap. I think that's the whole (and only) point.

author: zapta
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 19, 2014, 01:21:30 pm
content: Quote from: Maxlor on January 19, 2014, 01:05:49 pmSearch eBay, nothing new, not even the price.OP, typically you solder the header yourself so you can solder the center header up or use only the two side and make your own DTR with an external 0.1uf cap to Reset.
LIDAR-Lite: Anybody need a tiny, simple, low-power, 40-m range LIDAR module? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: PointyOintment
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 25, 2014, 09:18:57 am
content: I have no affiliation with the makers of this device. I've been following this campaign for a while and noticed it hadn't been posted here yet.Here's the campaign.It's currently fully funded, but if they get $75,000 they will upgrade from an LED to a laser diode, which is supposed to make the beam narrower and reduce the size and weight of the optics necessary.Specs:Rated range: 40 meters with lenses, 5 meters withoutMeasurement frequency: 1–100 Hz (frequencies over 10 Hz decrease range gradually, to ~50% rated range at 100 Hz)Beam spread: 1.5° with lenses, 6° withoutRange accuracy: 5%Supply voltage: 5 VCurrent consumption: <100 mAInterface: I2C @ 3.3 V, multiple units on one bus supportedDimensions: 51 × 30 × 39 mm with lenses, 41 × 17 × [?] mm withoutPrice: $79 USD for one, $145 USD for two, or $600 USD for ten (all come with lenses)Here's the full preliminary spec sheet.Does anybody know what the rows "Max Range @ 1Hz 30% target" and "Max Range @ 1Hz 90% target" on the second page mean?This would obviously be useful in robotics, but I can imagine lots of other areas where this kind of sensor could be useful, e.g. assistive technology, adaptive cruise control, home automation, etc.Post ideas for applications if you want

author: Jarrod Roberson
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 25, 2014, 02:36:11 pm
content: I funded this and can't wait to get it and see if it works for my proof of concept project. It does everything I need and nothing I don't. Actually I don't need the laser feature, the LED will be just fine for what I want to use it for, and the lower the power the better in my case.

author: steve_w
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 29, 2014, 01:32:44 am
content: This use of a waveform for signal processing is a standard radar technique called chirping (seehttp://www.scitechpublishing.com/stimson_9781613530221.htm).I believe the frequency referred to is the rate at which pulse of light is transmitted to the target called Pulse Repetition Frequency PRF in radar circles. the % tgt refers to the relative size of the target with respect to the field of view of the transmitting and receiving leds .what its saying is that the PRF affects the range accuracy and the size of the target affects the strength of return or max range.but I could be wrongregardsSteve W
[inventor] NAUVI - Voice Controlled Home Automation - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: ExecutiveCloser
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: January 16, 2014, 12:22:28 pm
content: **above picture is CAD rendering of projected final design. Kickstarter doesn't allow photorealistic renderings so I could not use this image.Hi EEVers I heard about this forum from an online friend.He said to post my Kickstarter information here and to share it with your group.He said you would appreciate the projectMy Kickstarter is NAUVI, a voice controlled home automation system. It mixes virtual assistant with voice controlled home automation.In addition to voice control, you can use cell phones, tablets, computers etc to control it.Control is either locally or remotely through the cloud.It uses 100% custom phrases entered by the user to control devices, set up interactions etc. You can also prompt the system to ask you questions and then based on how you respond actions can take place. The easiest example to give is when you tell the system something like "good morning" it can then ask you if you want coffee. If you say "yes i want coffee" or whatever phrase(s) you wish to use then it will turn on the coffee maker for you.It also gives you a lot more than that and I am here to answer questions for you if you have any.A thing to mention however is that it currently works on Windows. Hopefully if this kickstarter works out I will be expanding it's usability.Here is the link --->http://goo.gl/Yp7jgRThank You,Joseph SanchezNameless Interactions
BI V2.0 - A dual-extrusion capable delta 3d printer by a reliable manufacturer - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Sigmoid
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: January 15, 2014, 03:00:24 pm
content: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1784037324/bi-v20-a-self-replicating-high-precision-3d-printeI just jumped on the bandwagon for this one, it seems like a really nice project, and I'd love to see them get as much funding as possible.At first glance, it's "just another" delta robot 3d printer. The reasons I went with this one instead of others are:It's an established 3d printer company, and this is the improved version of their RepRap Rostock-based v1.0 delta printer.The v1.0 printer was getting pretty good reviews all over the net.It's not a kit! It ships partially assembled, and just needs to be assembled and plugged together IKEA-style....and the deciding factor: it supports dual extrusion!Plus, its price is affordable by all comparisons.
Interesting logic analyzer - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: tridentsx
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 03, 2014, 04:22:34 am
content: I saw this open source logic analyzer on kickstarter, seems quite good to me.http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dreamsourcelab/dslogic-multifunction-instruments-for-everyone?ref=liveThey use the sigrok project as a base.

author: sachleen
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: January 03, 2014, 05:13:29 am
content: Link to existing discussion.
My Interactive Robotic Installation/Army - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: spetku
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: December 20, 2013, 06:40:15 am
content: Hey,I just wanted to post an update about the delta robot kit I'm kickstarting in January.Basically, I've been building an interactive light installation that involves several hundred dancing delta robots that will be controlled by the motions of those entering the space. To fund this massive project, I'm releasing my delta design as a kit... So if you either want to see a cool robotic light army, or make a delta robot for yourself, I encourage you to check out my project's site here :http://lightplay.zoness.comI'm also tracking my weekly progress on my robotics blog :http://roboticarts.wordpress.comSo far we have a few deltas working with the Kinect's motion capture, so check it out!Thanks and feel free to give me feedback. I want to know what the community's interest level is in what I'm doing.-Sarah =]
µCurrent GOLD Kickstarter - Dave Was not thinking Big Enough! - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: TheRuler8510
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 01:32:22 am
content: I seem to remember Dave telling Jeri Ellsworth on The Amp Hour that she was not thinking "big" enough about how much of the AR space she should try to control. But with Dave starting at µCurrent at $9.9K and now being 5X oversubscribed, it seems Dave is the one not thinking big enough!I'm looking forward your next product too, Dave!Good Luck!

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 01:47:03 am
content: Totally different beasts.My uCurrent is a real niche product that has already sold thousands of an "almost as good" version to my existing fan base + others. So it was always going to be limited in popularity.

author: SeanB
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 04:45:57 am
content: Dave, you forgot the "Shiny New Model" effect. Likely a lot are to those with existing ones, and they are getting the upgrade.At least i have a lot of CR2032 cells at work, they are used a lot.

author: Bored@Work
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 06:44:51 am
content: And there seems to be a limit to Dave's popularity, or sens prevails in his fans.Until now nobody bought the VIP package. Jeri on the other hand did sell all her five "teatime with Jeri" packages and all her two hand build prototype packages. For $3500 and $10000 respectively. Although some other expensive options didn't sell at all.

author: Kean
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 02:49:08 pm
content: Yeah, despite Dave's "crazy" status, most of us Aussies aren't that crazy. Or at least we would get in serious trouble with our SO if we blew $2k5 just to have lunch with Dave. Not saying I wasn't a little tempted to help the project along though...

author: Rufus
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 05:33:16 pm
content: Quote from: Kean on December 19, 2013, 02:49:08 pmDidn't need any help. The campaign gave Dave guaranteed sales of a batch at a price he knew would be viable.Thinking bigger would make little difference. With a bigger target and so bigger guaranteed batch he could have shaved a few $ off the price and maybe got a few extra sales because of it. The extra sales were not worth the risk of not meeting the target and having to start again with higher price and lower target.

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 11:25:07 pm
content: There is another argument for keeping the KS target small (and limiting numbers) - KS take a percentage, so one potential strategy is to use KS to guarantee minimum funding and get publicity, then do direct sales afterwards so you don't lose the slice KS take if it turns out really popular.BTW is there anything in KS's terms that says you can't do direct sales during the campaign?
SCAM - Guy seeking money for µCurrent GOLD on IndieGoGo - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Danvs
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 06:02:08 am
content: "Stealthily" changed the name in the title to "microCurrent GOLD".He didn't even try very hard with his copy/pasting - he changed the $10 pledge to "John needs chocolate...." but the rest still say Dave!Get the word out that this is a scam,remember that because he's on IndieGoGo he can keep every cent he gets even if it's under the goal.http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/microcurrent-goldSent a message via IndieGoGo's reporting system but not sure what they will do or how long it will take.

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 06:11:10 am
content: Presumably a fake name and photo too...http://www.indiegogo.com/individuals/5657425

author: Danvs
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 06:15:03 am
content: You're right. Your comment made me do a search on Kickstarter for the original of his other campaign:"His":http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/life-on-bitcoin-a-documentary-filmOriginal:http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bitcoinlife/life-on-bitcoin-a-documentary-film?ref=live

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 06:49:09 am
content: This is the poor guy he ripped the photo from:http://www.apl.washington.edu/people/profile.php?last=Mickett&first=John

author: Slobodan
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 08:45:52 am
content: http://tinyurl.com/nahftk2

author: dexters_lab
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 08:47:43 am
content: lol, yea just been doing the same search, looks like this guy has had his photo ripped off a few times!!

author: JuKu
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 01:58:11 pm
content: This warrants an email to FBI.

author: Mr Smiley
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 03:05:23 pm
content: Has hePerhaps, he IS the same person and doing it all himself.

author: Kryoclasm
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 03:50:15 pm
content: looks like the page was just removed.

author: PA0PBZ
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 03:51:31 pm
content: Quote from: Kryoclasm on December 19, 2013, 03:50:15 pmIncluding the individuals page

author: VintageTekFan
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 07:31:55 pm
content: Quote from: JuKu on December 19, 2013, 01:58:11 pmHow can you be sure he ISN'T the FBI?
IGG RFID blocking wallets - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: wilfred
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 06:48:20 am
content: /.

author: Psi
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 09:16:08 am
content: Google "Faraday cage" to find the answer

author: Rerouter
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 11:24:43 am
content: 1. take a standard wallet.2. glue or sew on a metallic foil covering everything on the outside but the zipper,3. profit much like this kick-starter probably willor in this case they most likely will be adding the foil during the bonding stage so it sits between the 2 walls of the outside of the wallet, theoretically this leaves a small gap but still lives up to its name,

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 11:34:02 am
content: All you need is a sheet or ring of copper or ali foil, or a credit-card sized piece of thin copperclad PCB material. RFID works via the magnetic field, and a solid conductor will introduce enough eddy-current loss to prevent data transfer.A faraday cage is NOT what's required- this protects against electrostatic fields.

author: Psi
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2013, 11:38:51 am
content: ThinkGeek lied to me, i find this most disturbing.
Lifx Bulbs - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Corporate666
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 17, 2013, 10:51:37 pm
content: So the long-awaited Lifx bulbs started being delivered a couple of weeks back...I got one, and a couple of things I noticed are that it is substantially larger than a normal bulb, but also that it runs very hot.I measured the outside of the housing at 197F.Considering the long discussion we had about the Rigol DP832 heat sink issue, I am curious what other think about this? To me, if the whole outer casing of the bulb is running at 197F (92C) in open air, the insides are substantially hotter considering the heat needs to get through the component to the board to the housing, etc. And since the whole outer housing is the heat sink, all the electronics are surrounded by and being cooked by that.Seems like it would be a recipe for a short life.Thoughts?

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 17, 2013, 10:54:24 pm
content: Just make sure you have the emissivity set right for that measurement.

author: Corporate666
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 18, 2013, 12:21:47 am
content: Quote from: EEVblog on December 17, 2013, 10:54:24 pmIt's a cream white painted surface, I also tried putting a piece of black electrical tape on and readings were the same. It matches my seat-of-the-pants touch feel of "wow, this thing is insanely hot" and someone else's measurements.Seems way too hot for the exterior housing of an electronics device which contains an AC->DC converter, WiFi module, microcontroller, LED drivers, etc, no? I can't imagine it having much of a life span.Curious what others think, especially after we just went through the whole DP832 fiasco.

author: Kean
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 18, 2013, 02:10:59 am
content: Still waiting on my 4 LIFX bulbs
OpenBCI - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: rthorntn
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: December 11, 2013, 10:14:59 pm
content: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/openbci/openbci-an-open-source-brain-computer-interface-fo/Seems pretty expensive?

author: peter.mitchell
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 13, 2013, 06:08:46 pm
content: Quote from: rthorntn on December 11, 2013, 10:14:59 pmYeah, pretty expensive is an understatement for the hardware. Assuming the software is free, due to the OPEN ness i'd say it isn't worth it. Without a doubt.