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Make and STEM. @phinalabs

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Relay module in Xplora3D complete with a custom glb + full simulation support of NO-COM-NC

Also added a new component, a DC lamp, to test the circuit.

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Working on a new component for Xplora3D: A small breadboard compatible signal relay [OMRON G5Q].

Simulate+learn how to create a simple relay circuit.

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Rebuilding+tweaking the IC body render from a simpler version to a more realistic approach for Xplora 3D.

Check out the difference!

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Testing+running the same simulated circuit on the hardware kit version. Sound sensor+oled project.

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Having some fun with the sound sensor + oled.

Micropython code 100% by gemini pro.

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We've completed the sound sensor module for Xplora3D. Simulation+custom model.
The sensor module is also the actual breakout we'll fab for the hardware version.

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Me on X: AI apocalypse, adapt or die.

Me off X: spends whole afternoon discussing cad tolerances to a machinist who doesnt even know what's opus, fable, astra...

Confusing realities😃

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Sunday having fun with Xplora3D LEDs, buttons, buzzer and an 8x2 LCD.
A simple Memory game: Simon says
Play it too [web app]: https://t.co/2zM5NuewbX

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The "hello world" of electronics. With Xplora3D, we are trying to make that experience as flawless as possible for beginners to fall in love with hardware.
Place the circuit, code with blocks and run. Change LED color or resistor value and watch the circuit update live.

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Testing video play on xplora kit hardware: hitting 30fps [past current 15fps ui throttle]+little flicker.
The goal is to have better inbuilt tutorials and illustrations, making it easier for learners to grasp concepts.

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We've benched this project for a long time. Time for fab. A small RP2040 based [thinking we change to esp32-c6 before fab] protodev board with inbuilt sensors for beginners with blocks [blockly] for Coding. Artwork overkilled by @NivahK97539.

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Testing Xplora3D to hardware kit build+ sync. All good!

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Xplora kits prototypes assembly. Visual inspecting the hand assembled STM32F4 QFPN48 mcu for solder bridges between pads.

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Learning the Basics: Using a mosfet. Simulation demo am using a logic level N channel mosfet [IRLZ44N] to drive a small dc motor. PWM at gate is changed at 25%, has a protection 330ohms series resistor and a 10k pull down. One button stops, the other changes speed [pwm].

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Testing 20x4 LCD and let gemini write the micropython code. [with "be very creative" at the end of the prompt 😃]. Here is the final result.

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Basics: simulating adjustable voltage regulators. For the demo circuit, am using an LM317-Adj IC powered by a 9V source. Teaches Ref/minimum voltage + Vout equation.

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DHT11/22 sensor module complete with custom glb and its micropython code.
Temperature and Humidity demo loading...

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Got DHT22 circuit up and running + 8x2 LCD for readings.

Simulation: Pressing the sensor with the mouse simulates putting your hand on it.

My favourite: You can adjust room temp and humidity, purlt steam from kettle to sense humidity or a flame to sense temperature.

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Lots of people tried Xplora3D over the past few days!

Crazy to think that 1yr ago it was a just an app for our hardware kit docs, and now it's a full 3D app. We're planning to keep it simple, fun and affordable [coming soon].

Thanks for testing!

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I've been authoring custom models for some components or sensors for a realistic render but ThreeJs is so good to a point I feel like am over-engineering with custom models.