Hacks of Electronics
We see numbers displayed on many electronic devices around us, like digital clocks, calculators, microwave ovens, and scoreboards. But have you ever wondered how these numbers appear on the screen? One of the most common ways to show numbers in electronic devices is by using a Seven Segment Display. It is a simple electronic component […]
Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) might sound intimidating at first, but they’re actually one of the most exciting ways to learn digital design. Unlike microcontrollers (like Arduino or STM32) that run instructions on fixed hardware, FPGAs let you design your own hardware. That means you can create custom processors, signal processors, robotics controllers, or even video […]
Data transmission is the fundamental process of transferring digital or analog data between two devices. It plays a vital role in telecommunications, networking, computer architecture, and embedded systems. Two primary methods of data transmission are Synchronous and Asynchronous Transmission. Understanding their differences, working principles, and applications is crucial for designing efficient communication systems. Table of […]
With water scarcity becoming a global concern and agriculture demanding optimal water usage, smart irrigation systems have emerged as a sustainable solution. This article presents a Smart IoT-Based Automatic Irrigation System built using an ESP32 microcontroller, soil moisture sensor, water pump, and Blynk IoT platform for real-time monitoring and control. This system automates irrigation by […]
A Voltage Controlled Oscillator (VCO) using 555 timer is an oscillator whose output frequency is directly dependent on the input control voltage. VCOs are widely used in communication systems, tone generators, frequency modulation (FM), and various signal processing applications. One of the simplest and most economical ways to build a VCO is by using the […]
Contents What Is a Microprocessor? What Is an Integrated Circuit (IC)? Key Differences Between Microprocessors and Integrated Circuits When to Use a Microprocessor vs an Integrated Circuit Conclusion FAQ Microprocessors and integrated circuits (ICs) are foundational components in modern electronics, but they serve very different purposes. Understanding the distinction between these two can help in […]