Questions tagged [microcontroller]
A microcontroller is a small computer on a single integrated circuit, similar to a SoC. Often used for DIY automation and embedded systems. Use the [micro-pc] tag for single board computers designed to run regular operating systems
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Looking for an Microcontroller with H.264 hardware decoder
I'm trying to make a wireless VR headsetst. Looking for an MCU or an SOC that is capable of decoding the following video stream in realtime.
H.264 Video codec,
constant bit rate,
500mbps.
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Hardware recommendation for a small scale DHCP server
I'm at a small company of around 20 employees, and I'm looking for a small (and possibly cheap) hardware that can serve as a DHCP server. I was thinking of a Rasberry Pi, but I am open to any other ...
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Best quad core, 50Mhz microcontroller with 4MiB RAM
I am that not satisfied with the Arduino's microcontroller's power (but of course satisfied with the I/O on the Arduino mega).
I need:
at least 4 cores, and
at least 4MiB of RAM and running at 50mhz (...
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which is the best 8+2 1 gbps ethernet switch controller?
i'm making a home-made ethernet switch but i need a controller chip for it. it should be 8+2 port, gigabit ethernet, managed and need not have poe. i would also like to have the datasheet. (rtl8370 ...
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What FPGA Devboard to start learning
so I want to get into FPGA mainly because I am interested in emulating retro hardware, and improving my understanding of ic logic, and the idea of being able to create my own chips(well sort of :)) ...
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Which ARM micro controller should I choose for my major project?
I'm taking up a major project for my final year in college through which I plan on learning about the ARM architecture.
I want to build my own custom development board instead of using a pre-designed ...
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Binary digital watch
I am looking for a type of digital watch where hours and minutes would show as binary, e.g. with an LED on for a 1 and off for a 0. So 12:30 would show as:
1100:011110
(since 12 = 1*8 + 1*4 + 0*2 + ...
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Dual Mode Bluetooth (BLT/BLE) -To-UART Bridge Module Recommendation
I need a module to server as a Bluetooth-UART/SPI bridge for an MCU, that has to have the following characteristics:
Programmable
Fast bring-up (a known manufacturer with straight-forward set-up and ...
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Micro-controller Recommendation
I am going to build an IoT water flow meter. And I am using below meter:
Which generated a pulse every time its meter completes a rotation. My objective is to read that pulse and send that reading ...
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Is there any MPU, MCU or SOC that have SIL certification?
Is it possible only a component have a SIL level,
For example is there a processor that have IEC 61508 SIL4 certificate or EN 50126 SIL4 certificate.
If there exists what would you recommend to me ...
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USB-sized board for running USB exploits
I'm looking for a USB-sized board to build a USB exploitation tool.
I'm looking to build something similar to a Bash Bunny or a Rubber Ducky.
Requirements:
is a pre-built board (prefered) or chip
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Looking for cheap MCU for projects
I'm currently learning MCUs with TMS570, but I'm also looking for some cheap mcu for general projects. Can you advice me on choosing something:
1) Cheap
2) Easy to buy in CIS (Russia and Ukraine, so,...
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What device should i use in this situation
I need a device that can act as a server (accept and send HTTP requests), and display an image. I want it to be as cheap as possible. I know i can use a Raspberry Pi, but i need something cheaper. I'...
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More powerful ESP9266 based microcontroller than nodemcu
I am currently working with Nodemcu. I am running a very long code with many HTTP requests. After 3 http requests, the nodemcu gets crashed. It is unable to handle. I am looking for a WiFi ...
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Connect a switch to my PC for a buzzer type of app
I want to write an app that assesses your reflexes. Basically it makes a sound you have to punch a target and the programme tells you your reaction time. I am not sure what to use for the target part. ...
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Best ultra low power microcontroller to run with solar panel
I am starting a project which will control a small motor, some LED for illumination and read some analog sensors and I need to power it via a solar panel. I am looking for the best option on ...
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Looking for a microcontroller for embedded OS
I'm looking for an MCU with development board on which I can build a small embedded OS.
I'm looking for something along these lines:
At least single digit MBs of EEPROM or flash.
About 1MB or so ...
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Best low cost microcomputer for running Unity app + webcam
I have an art installation I want to build that uses software written in Unity, implementing opencv and using a webcam, and displaying on some sort of inexpensive monitor. I can compile to Android/iOS/...
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Hobbyist microcontroller without code write endurance worry
I'm looking for a hobbyist microcontroller that can have its code modified very frequently (like code generated on the fly, or polymorphic code), without worrying about running out of write cycles. ...
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Portable camera with bluetooth or some other wireless technology support
I want to find a tiny camera or camera module that can stream its videos via Bluetooth or other wireless technology. I want to use that camera as an accessory that can be attached to a body part. The ...
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Budget Microcontroller for large WS2812B strand
I am using an Arduino Uno R3 to control my Christmas lights (a strand of 665 WS2812B LEDs).The Arduino, while driving the LEDs, is not accessible from my PC, so I am attempting to use a Raspberry Pi 3 ...
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RFID solution for reading multiple tags
I am working on a Robot-project where a sub task is have to check how many and which RFID-tags are placed in a bucket.
Multiple tags will be placed into the bucket - so I run into the problem with ...
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Cheapest microcontroller with wi-fi
Requirements:
1. Should be able to run C++ programs
2. Price should be less then 20$ (better if <=10$)
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IC chip which can send a different IR signal from multiple pins
Hi I have been trying to send different IR signals over multiple pins using an Arduino Uno. I have been using the IRremote library. It's not possible with Arduino so I am looking for an alternative.
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Microprocessor that can connect to the internet
I am looking for a microprocessor (Arduino, Raspberry pi, etc..) that can connect to the internet. Currently I am using a Photon by particle. This small device allows me to connect the the internet ...
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dev board with 3 or more mipi-csi
I'm looking for "NVIDIA Jetson TX1" module alternatives for 360 video capturing
main requirements - 3 or more 4 line mipi-csi with ability to transfer 4k from each camera and sata or 10g ethernet phy ...
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Confuse-a-cat : seeking dirt cheap, wheeled, programmable robot
I was playing the old "confuse the cat with a flash-light" game, when I thought that I might like to program a confuse-a-cat robot.
Something, probably with tracks, which can right itself if he flips ...
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Which cheap microcontroller with Wi-Fi to choose for IoT endpoint devices?
I want to gather data from multiple sensors, make simple operations on them (like store last samples in a buffer, calculate moving average, etc.) and send them to the Internet of Things cloud using ...
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Low-power 8 bits microcontroller
For a personnal project, I intend to design a board with a temperature sensor, an MCU and a wireless "connector". I would like to have that board powered by battery. The wireless technology is not yet ...
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