LED Gumball Machine

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Contributors: Nate

Resources and Going Further

We hope you've enjoyed reading about our LED dispensing gumball machine. If you liked this one, there's tons more!

Gyroscope

Gyroscopes measure the speed of rotation around an axis and are an essential part in determines ones orientation in space.

Button and Switch Basics

A tutorial on electronics' most overlooked and underappreciated component: the switch! Here we explain the difference between momentary and maintained switches and what all those acronyms (NO, NC, SPDT, SPST, ...) stand for.

Connectivity of the Internet of Things

An overview of the different protocols that can be used for the development of Internet of Things (IoT)-based projects.

Understanding Thermal Resistance

Discussing what thermal resistance is, how it’s used for thermal management, and how to maximize the life of your project.

Hackers in Residence - Hacking MindWave Mobile

Review, teardown, and hacking tutorial for the MindWave Mobile, a $99 commercial grade EEG sensor.

ADXL337 and ADXL377 Accelerometer Hookup Guide

How to get started using both the ADXL337 and ADXL377 3-axis accelerometers with analog outputs.

Getting Started with Load Cells

A tutorial defining what a load cell is and how to use one.

Experiment Guide for the Johnny-Five Inventor's Kit

Use the Tessel 2 and the Johnny Five Inventors kit to explore the world of JavaScript enabled hardware through 14 awesome experiments!