Electronic Glow-Worm
Here is a circuit that simulates the chirping and glow of a glow-worm bug. The circuit is built around timer IC 7555 (IC1), which...
Air Ioniser
This air ioniser is built around an NE555 timer IC which is configured in astable mode.
The circuit is powered by a 12V battery, which...
Let Automation Take Control
India is investing hugely in infrastructure, catalysing growth of industries like cement and steel. It is also going to be the biggest drug manufacturer...
“We are seeing demand for both low- and high-end 32-bit MCUs”
Michel Buffa, microcontroller division general manager, STMicroelectronics, talks to Rahul Chopra from Electronics For You about the fundamental technological differences between 8-, 16- and...
Testing In Manufacture
During manufacture, testing adds to the cost of the final product significantly. Sometimes the cost of testing can be even greater than the cost...
Single Control Switch For Fan And AC
Here is an electronic switch that can be used to switch on both the air-conditioner as well as fan of your room, one by...
LED-Based Running Display
Here is a circuit that creates an eye-catching running display effect using LEDs. It can be used to light up borders of animations, pictures,...
PORTABLE SIGNAL WAND
Flashing lights have varied applications. For example, travelers can use these as warning beacons on highways to catch the attention of the public in...
VLSI DESIGN: OPPORTUNITIES GALORE
If you aspire to design the next wonder chip, it is worthwhile for you to know about very-large-scale integration (VLSI)—a stream of electronics engineering...
SHAPE YOUR CAREER WITH MICRO-CONTROLLERS
Are you a budding electronics professional? And confused about selecting the right path to achieve your dream job? A lot depends on your capabilities....