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Differences Between Python and MicroPython

On September 22, 2022 in All, Computing, General, Maker, Open Source, STEAM by Mike Parks

Python is a popular language for both desktop and embedded development. However, not all implementations are the same. Developers should be aware of the many differences between the reference implementation of CPython and the embedded-oriented MicroPython.

Tagged With: c, c++, cpython, embedded development, firmware, programming languages, python, software

Rise of MicroPython in Embedded Development

On September 28, 2020 in All, Maker, Open Source, STEAM by Mike Parks

Embedded systems rely on tight integration of hardware and firmware. For decades, the C language has dominated because of its performance characteristics. Today though, MicroPython is rapidly gaining interest in educational and maker communities as an intriguing alternative for numerous reasons.

Tagged With: c, c++, cpython, embedded development, firmware, library, micropython, programming languages, software

Turn Your Home Into a Tech Learning Center

On September 14, 2020 in All, STEAM, Student Central by Tommy Cummings

The route to becoming a technical engineer is as close as the home computer or laptop, which is a good thing while staying close to home. Tools are plentiful, and they’re a few clicks away. Here are a few of the resources available on Mouser.com.

Tagged With: resistor, calculators, circuit, sharing, simulation, tools, users

Try These STEM-Style ’Bot Kits for Kids

On July 1, 2020 in All, Computing, Dev Tools, General, STEAM, Student Central, Summer Fun by Tommy Cummings

Here are four suggestions for a robotic kit that takes a STEM approach while offering new technologies such as artificial intelligence platforms, Wi-Fi, sensors, and more.

Tagged With: bot, buggy, kit, kits, micro, modules, robot, robotics, sensors, servo

Small Yet Versatile Digilent Analog Discovery 2 Tool

On June 25, 2020 in All, Computing, Dev Tools, General, STEAM, Student Central, Summer Fun by Tommy Cummings

The Analog Discovery 2 provides hours of technical enrichment to those who work with analog or digital circuits. For students, who are looking for programs that advance their knowledge in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, it’s a pocket-sized tool that performs several functions.

Tagged With: software, analog, analyzer, bundle, circuits, device, digilent, discovery, kit, tool

Autonomous Car Racing: Making it to the 2019 NXP Cup EMEA Finals

On April 16, 2019 in All, Automotive, STEAM by Flavio Stiffan

As teams moved to the next round of the NXP Cup, they had to find ingenious ways to modify the core design. By incorporating sophisticated sensors and higher performance processors, their autonomous racecars more adeptly navigated their way around the challenging course.

10 Inspirational Female Engineers

On March 8, 2019 in All, Empowering Innovation, General, Maker, Open Source, StartUp, STEAM, Student Central by Sarah Harmet

We’ve chosen 10 inspirational women whose work has transformed (or is currently transforming) engineering and society. Such women span from the inventor of the windshield wiper to that of the 1942 “Secret Communication System,” which became the foundation for modern cellular communication

Autonomous Car Racing: DIT Students Prepare for 2019 NXP Cup

On March 7, 2019 in All, Automotive, STEAM by Flavio Stiffan

Applying their knowledge of electronics hardware and coding to autonomous vehicles, engineering students from the renowned DIT begin their quest for NXP Cup glory. The students put their racecar designs through a series of rigorous trials to see who would progress to the next stage of the competition.

Meet SOIC & SOT, Your Children’s New Best Friends

On November 12, 2018 in All, General, STEAM, Student Central by Erik Smith

SOIC & SOT – the Microchips by author/engineer Jeffery C. Dunnihoo and illustrator Simona M. Ceccarelli, anthropomorphizes its electronic component heroes, taking young readers on a journey from warehouse to board and showing how components communicate to bring devices to life.

Tagged With: Children’s book, Jeffery C. Dunnihoo, SOIC, SOT, STEAM, STEM

Celebrating the Exciting Future of STEM

On November 6, 2018 in All, Empowering Innovation, STEAM, Student Central by Sarah Harmet

November 8th is National STEM Day—a day to celebrate science, technology, engineering, and math, as well as the students, young professionals, and experts pursuing greatness within these fields.

Tagged With: National STEM Day, STEAM, STEM

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