First, what is an ASIC? An ASIC is an Application Specific Integrated Circuit which basically means that it is an Integrated Circuit on a single piece of silicon and its use is limited to a particular application or function. An example would be an ASIC to process an audio CODEC or run a specific cryptographic… Continue reading Designing My Very Own ASIC with Tiny Tapeout
Taking pictures and geeking out over cameras was one of my first hobbies starting with an old Olympus point and shoot, I then moved up to a DSLR upgrading as new and exciting technology became accessible to my summer job budget. I then got the opportunity to buy a Leica M8 and was immediately hooked… Continue reading Pieca: A Raspberry Pi Camera System for Leica M Mount Lenses
The Ambasat-1 is an open-source Sprite Class Satalite that you can assemble, program, and have launched into space! Your very own satellite in space! When most people hear the word satellite they think of multi-million dollar devices that are way out of the reach of your average maker. But the cost of satellites and their… Continue reading Getting Started with the Ambasat-1
I learned about the Hackaday Supercon a few days before Supercon 2018 was starting so I, unfortunately, missed out on tickets. So after seeing all the amazing talks posted online, and hearing about the amazing badge and the multi-day hacking that took place, I made sure I did not miss it in 2019. And wow… Continue reading Looking Back On Hackaday Supercon 2019
