Enhancing Arduino Projects with DS1302 Real-Time Clock

Enhancing Arduino Projects with DS1302 Real-Time Clock

Follow,Star Public Account Number, don’t miss the exciting content Editor: TonySource: Public Account TonyCode Many electronics enthusiasts are keen on building electronic clocks as a hands-on project. These clocks may use display modules such as seven-segment displays, dot matrix screens, LCD screens, OLED screens, and TFT screens, with various RTC clock chips like DS1302, DS3231, … Read more

Implementing Running Lights Using Arduino

Implementing Running Lights Using Arduino

1. Hardware Preparation You’ll need an Arduino development board (such as Arduino Uno) and several LED lights. Connect the anode (long leg) of the LED lights through a current-limiting resistor (usually a few hundred ohms, such as 220Ω, to prevent excessive current from damaging the LEDs) to the digital pins of the Arduino board (for … Read more

What Are Automotive Grade Components?

What Are Automotive Grade Components?

The prices of automotive electronic products are generally quite high, one of the main reasons being the use of automotive-grade electronic components. But what kind of electronic components qualify as automotive-grade? Let’s first look at the application of electronic components in cars and how it differs from general consumer electronics. Environmental Requirements Temperature: Automotive electronics … Read more

PCB Warping Issues and Detection Technologies

PCB Warping Issues and Detection Technologies

Technical Support: 199-6293-0018 In the modern electronics manufacturing field, Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) are the core for connecting electronic components, achieving electrical connections and signal transmission. However, the issue of PCB warping has always been a challenge in the manufacturing process, as it not only affects the physical integrity of the product but may also … Read more

Advantages and Disadvantages of Common PCB Surface Treatments

Advantages and Disadvantages of Common PCB Surface Treatments

The main purpose of PCB Surface Finish is to protect the underlying copper layer from oxidation to ensure good soldering and electrical conductivity, and to continuously protect the solder joints from further oxidation after soldering. Below is a brief introduction to the advantages and disadvantages of common PCB surface treatment processes. 1. Bare Copper Board … Read more

Embedded Technology for Liberal Arts Students: STM32 PCB Design

Embedded Technology for Liberal Arts Students: STM32 PCB Design

1. STM32 and Selection 1.1 STM32 vs 51 Microcontroller Both STM32 and 51 are types of small computer chips that allow us to write code and store it within. For example, we can control a pin to switch between 5V and 0V, connecting an LED to this pin to achieve a blinking effect. This operation … Read more

Flying Probe Testing for PCBs: An Overview

Flying Probe Testing for PCBs: An Overview

Flying probe testing is currently the best solution for some major issues in electrical testing. It uses probes to replace the test bed, employing multiple motor-driven electrical probes that can move quickly to contact the pins of the device for electrical measurements. During the production process of PCB boards, it is inevitable that external factors … Read more

Domestic Automotive MCU: An Alternative Breakthrough in a Special Market

Domestic Automotive MCU: An Alternative Breakthrough in a Special Market

In the second half of 2020, the global chip shortage was caused by a supply-demand imbalance due to the outbreak of the pandemic and the rise of new energy. The most typical example is the automotive MCU. The outbreak of the global pandemic led to a reduction in the capacity of wafer fabs, with companies … Read more

Overview of Automotive MCU Chip Knowledge

Overview of Automotive MCU Chip Knowledge

(The full text contains over 12,600 words, recommended for collection and reading) Author | Beiwai Nanxiang Produced by | Automotive Electronics and Software With the rapid development of technology, the automotive industry is experiencing unprecedented changes. From traditional internal combustion engine vehicles to new energy vehicles, and now to smart cars, automobiles have become not … Read more