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Image of Low-Cost, Power Efficient EMG Prosthetic Hand (Part 3) Low-Cost, Power Efficient EMG Prosthetic Hand (Part 3)

In my first blog, I talked about the plan and the overall roadmap. In my most recent blog, I talked about the technical plans and the road bumps we encountered. With all that out of the way, let’s talk about the final implementation and the results.

Image of Docker Part 2: Building Your First Container & Best Practices Docker Part 2: Building Your First Container & Best Practices

We're going to move from theory to practice. We'll run our first container, build a custom Python application, and look at when and when not to use Docker in your projects.

Image of Use an SBC to Quickly Implement Edge AI in New or Retrofit Applications Use an SBC to Quickly Implement Edge AI in New or Retrofit Applications Publish Date: 2026-06-02

Learn how the Arduino UNO Q accelerates the development of real-time edge AI applications and industrial retrofits that require embedded Linux.

Image of How Temperature Affects Electronic Components How Temperature Affects Electronic Components

When I first started working on electronic projects, temperature was the last thing on my mind. I was so focused on getting my circuits to work, making sure the wiring was right, the code ran, and the sensors were giving me the right values.

Image of Build Something Awesome: The WPI XRP Medal Challenge Is Here Build Something Awesome: The WPI XRP Medal Challenge Is Here

Explore the WPI XRP Medal Challenge and create unique robotics builds with sensors, extensions, and maker creativity for hands-on innovation.

Image of How Hardware Gets Hacked (Part 4): Memory Protections How Hardware Gets Hacked (Part 4): Memory Protections

Understand how memory read attacks work on MCUs and how to defend using debug disable, encryption, and hardware protection features.

Image of Building Scalable Embedded Systems with Zephyr RTOS and NXP Semiconductors Platforms Building Scalable Embedded Systems with Zephyr RTOS and NXP Semiconductors Platforms Publish Date: 2026-05-20

Learn how Zephyr RTOS and NXP Semiconductors simplify firmware development and accelerate deployment across IoT, industrial automation, and edge computing.

Image of Use a Modular Platform with Robust Components to Simplify Consistent DC/DC Regulator Evaluation Use a Modular Platform with Robust Components to Simplify Consistent DC/DC Regulator Evaluation Publish Date: 2026-05-12

How a modular evaluation platform uses a portfolio of inductors and stable passives to simplify evaluation of buck, boost, and LED-driver DC/DC topologies.

Image of Low-Cost, Power Efficient EMG Prosthetic Hand (Part 2) 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.

Image of Jump-Start AI Designs with a Lattice Semiconductor and NVIDIA Collaboration Jump-Start AI Designs with a Lattice Semiconductor and NVIDIA Collaboration

Lattice Semiconductor collaborates with NVIDIA to provide a solution for rapid design and prototyping of edge AI applications.

Image of Arduino Breakout Boards with IPS TFT Displays for Fast UI Prototyping Arduino Breakout Boards with IPS TFT Displays for Fast UI Prototyping

Arduino‑compatible TFT breakout boards from Newhaven Display simplify prototyping for user interaction with embedded displays.

Image of Utilizing GMSL for High Bandwidth Robotic Vision Applications Utilizing GMSL for High-Bandwidth Robotic Vision Applications Publish Date: 2026-04-23

ADI's GMSL simplifies the development of high-bandwidth, low-latency robotic vision applications.

Image of How Hardware Gets Hacked (Part 3): Adopting the Attacker Mindset How Hardware Gets Hacked (Part 3): Adopting the Attacker Mindset

Explore how attackers gather device info, map inputs, and uncover vulnerabilities using reconnaissance in embedded hardware security.

Image of Optimize High-Current Buck-Boost DC/DC Converter Efficiency Optimize High-Current Buck-Boost DC/DC Converter Efficiency Publish Date: 2026-04-15

Use µModule buck-boost regulators for three architectural approaches to integrating inductors and current sensing for high-current DC/DC conversion.

Image of Sound Generation and Musical Microcontrollers 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.

Image of Low-Cost, Power Efficient EMG Prosthetic Hand (Part 1) Low-Cost, Power Efficient EMG Prosthetic Hand (Part 1)

Developing prosthetic technology that is both affordable and functional is challenging in today’s space, mainly due to the costly fabrication and specialized calibration requirements.

Image of Building a Dynamometer for the Openwheel Project - Part 1 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.

Image of Dielectric Elastomer Switches: Building Logic Gates with Soft Membranes Dielectric Elastomer Switches: Building Logic Gates with Soft Membranes

When you think of "electronics," you probably picture rigid green circuit boards, silicon chips, and soldering irons. But what if you could build a circuit entirely out of soft, stretchy rubber?

Image of How to Establish a Secure Hardware Foundation for Long-Term CRA Compliance How to Establish a Secure Hardware Foundation for Long-Term CRA Compliance Publish Date: 2026-04-08

Learn how to use the NXP EdgeLock secure enclave to establish a secure hardware foundation for long-term CRA compliance.

Image of Docker Part 1: Fixing “It Works on My Machine” Docker Part 1: Fixing “It Works on My Machine"

In this post, I want to explain what Docker is, why it helps with these problems, and give a practical understanding of how it fits into development workflows.