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News, articles, guides, analytics, projects and startups from the embedded industry. Topics of the channel: ◽️ machine learning ◽️ internet of things ◽️ embedded software ◽️ advanced electronics ◽️ new engineering ideas ⤵️ Share and subscribe!
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Канал Embedded Systems (@embedded_system) языкового сегмента Английский является активным участником. Сейчас сообщество объединяет 13 732 подписчиков, занимая 9 369 место в категории Технологии и приложения и 48 место в регионе Нидерланды.
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Согласно последним данным от 16 июня, 2026, канал показывает стабильную активность. За последние 30 дней изменение числа участников составило 141, а за последние 24 часа — 6, при этом общий охват остаётся высоким.
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- Уровень вовлечённости (ER): Средний показатель вовлечённости аудитории составляет 29.43%. В первые 24 часа после публикации контент обычно набирает 6.10% реакций от общего числа подписчиков.
- Охват публикаций: В среднем каждый пост получает 0 просмотров. В течение первых суток публикация набирает 838 просмотров.
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“News, articles, guides, analytics, projects and startups from the embedded industry.
Topics of the channel:
◽️ machine learning
◽️ internet of things
◽️ embedded software
◽️ advanced electronics
◽️ new engineering ideas
⤵️ Share and subscribe!”
Благодаря высокой частоте обновлений (последние данные получены 17 июня, 2026) канал поддерживает актуальность и высокий уровень охвата публикаций. Аналитика показывает, что аудитория активно взаимодействует с контентом, что делает его важной точкой влияния в категории Технологии и приложения.
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⌚️ Pebble Watch Goes Fully Open Source
Pebble has announced that its entire software stack — including PebbleOS and the new mobile companion app — is now fully open source. This completes the company’s effort to make Pebble devices sustainable and community-driven long term.
Features of the device:
➡️Fully open-source PebbleOS and mobile apps
➡️Decentralized Pebble Appstore with multiple feeds
➡️Modernized developer tools and SDK
➡️Published hardware design files and improved repairability
➡️Pebble Time 2 demo and updated shipping timeline
This update secures Pebble’s future and empowers the community to maintain and evolve the ecosystem. It’s ideal for open-source fans, developers, and Pebble users who want full control over their devices.
More information:
🔗 The main article
😹 The GitHub repository
#news
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💻 The smallest ESP32 board (Open-Source)
The f32 is an ultra-miniature open-source ESP32-C3 development board measuring just slightly larger than a USB-C connector. It integrates an ESP32-C3FH4 MCU with USB-C power and programming in an extremely compact form factor.
Features of the project:
➡️ESP32-C3FH4 RISC-V SoC with 400 KB SRAM and 4 MB flash
➡️2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 4 and Bluetooth 5.0
➡️USB-C port for power/programming
➡️Single GPIO connected to an onboard LED
➡️Ceramic antenna with tested wireless range up to ~38 m
➡️Open-source PCB design using very small components
This board is ideal for advanced makers who need Wi-Fi connectivity in the smallest possible footprint. Its minimal I/O and challenging assembly make it best suited for experimental ultra-compact devices rather than general-purpose IoT development.
⛓ More information...
#projects #esp32
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💍 Open Ring - Open-Source Smart Ring
This series follows the development of Open Ring — an open-source Smart Ring engineered to pack full wireless connectivity, sensing, haptics, and charging into a tiny, finger-sized wearable. Parts 1 and 2 uncover both the early research phase and the deep hardware design decisions that make such a compact device possible.
Key features of the project:
➡️Provides market research, product teardowns, and early prototyping insights
➡️Rigid-flex PCB design enabling ultra-thin construction and dense component placement
➡️Detailed exploration of BLE SoC selection, antenna engineering, and RF constraints
➡️Power management, curved batteries, and a fully custom wireless charging system
➡️Scalable design for multiple ring sizes with reusable PCB sections
➡️Mutual-capacitance touch sensing paired with dual-MCU control for gesture input
➡️Miniaturized haptic feedback achieved through tiny motors boosted by a high-capacity capacitor bank
With the first two parts laying out both the research journey and the hardware engineering behind Open Ring, the series gives a clear and honest look at what it takes to turn a small idea into a real piece of wearable tech. The project has its own 😹 GitHub repository. The project is still in progress, and the upcoming Part 3 will dive into the firmware that brings all of this hardware to life.
More information:
🔗 Part 1: Research and Prototype
🔗 Part 2: Hardware Design
#projects #articles #smart_ring
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🪟 Windows 95 running on ESP32 (Tiny386 Emulator)
Tiny386 is a lightweight x86 PC emulator that transforms the low-cost 🇨🇳 ESP32-S3 microcontroller into a fully functional retro desktop computer capable of running classic operating systems like Microsoft Windows 95 and various 16- and 32-bit software. The project showcases the surprising power of modern microcontrollers when paired with efficient emulation techniques.
The features of the project:
➡️Written in C99 with only around 6,000 lines of code for the CPU emulator.
➡️Emulates an Intel i386 CPU, supporting most 16/32-bit software with added 486/586 instructions for newer OS compatibility.
➡️Runs directly on the ESP32-S3 (dual 240 MHz cores) with optional external PSRAM for memory expansion.
➡️Features include VGA graphics, Ethernet emulation, and multiple sound options (PC Speaker, AdLib OPL2, Sound Blaster 16).
➡️Incorporates SeaBIOS firmware for BIOS/VGABIOS functionality, with the option to boot Linux kernels directly.
➡️Fully open-source under the BSD 3-Clause license, with browser-based and hardware demos available.
Tiny386 impressively demonstrates how modern embedded hardware can recreate classic computing environments once reserved for full-sized PCs.
More information:
🔗 The main article
😹 The GitHub repository
#projects #esp32 #windows95 #emulator
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🤖 Micro Wheel-Leg Balance Robot
This project introduces a compact, self-balancing two-wheeled robot capable of agile movement, including jumping and navigating small obstacles. It features a custom control system, wireless interface, and precision motion components, offering a hands-on way to explore modern robotics concepts.
Features of the robot:
➡️3D-printed, CNC-machined, and plate-cut mechanical parts
➡️ESP32-based mainboard with Wi-Fi interface (WebSocket + JSON)
➡️Brushless wheel motors with advanced FOC control
➡️AS5600 magnetic encoder + MPU6050 IMU for balance and motion sensing
➡️Custom servo control bus and complete PCB files
➡️Web interface for real-time remote control across multiple devices
As a fully open-source robot with firmware, electronics, and 3D-printable parts available on 😹 GitHub, it is a strong fit for makers, students, and robotics enthusiasts interested in studying self-balancing locomotion, experimenting with advanced motion control, and building a versatile robot from the ground up.
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#projects #robots #esp32
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📠 ClockworkPi PicoCalc - Modular Open-Source Calculator
ClockworkPi PicoCalc is an open-source, modular device that resembles a scientific calculator but functions as a powerful microcontroller development platform. It features a QWERTY keyboard and a 🍓 Raspberry Pi Pico carrier board, making it ideal for customization.
Features of the project:
➡️Compatible with multiple Raspberry Pi Pico models.
➡️4-inch IPS screen, SD card slot, speakers, and 8MB PSRAM.
➡️Runs on two 18650 batteries with USB-C charging.
➡️Open-source firmware and hardware for easy modifications.
➡️QWERTY layout with backlight, connected via I2C.
By digging into PicoCalc, users can explore hardware design, firmware development, and embedded programming. The open-source nature provides an excellent opportunity to study schematics, experiment with software, and even create custom enclosures using 3D printing or CNC machining.
This project is perfect for electronics enthusiasts, programmers, and makers who enjoy building and customizing their own devices. Whether for learning, prototyping, or developing unique applications, PicoCalc offers a hands-on experience in open-source hardware and embedded systems.
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#projects #raspberry
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🇨🇳 Undocumented Backdoor Found in Popular ESP32 Bluetooth Chip, Raising Security Concerns
Researchers have discovered an undocumented backdoor in the ESP32 chip, used in over a billion devices worldwide. This vulnerability could allow attackers to access data, spoof devices, and infiltrate networks.
Spanish security experts found 29 hidden commands in the chip’s Bluetooth firmware. These commands enable memory manipulation, MAC address spoofing, and advanced Bluetooth attacks. Hackers could potentially exploit these functions to take full control of affected devices and move laterally within networks.
If exploited, this backdoor could enable long-term persistence and spread to other devices. The lack of public documentation from Espressif raises concerns about security risks and potential misuse.
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#news #esp32 #security
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🎙 Using ESP32 Antenna Array to See Wi-Fi Signals
This project uses an 🇨🇳 ESP32 antenna array to visualize Wi-Fi signals in real time. It overlays detected signals onto a camera feed, turning invisible radio waves into a visible representation. By analyzing reflections and signal strength, it reveals how RF signals propagate through different environments.
Features of the project:
➡️Displays real-time Wi-Fi signals as glowing patterns.
➡️Identifies direct and reflected signal paths.
➡️Uses focused beams for precise signal capture.
➡️Detects device positions using triangulation.
➡️Neural networks reconstruct environments from signal reflections.
Visualizing RF signals like Wi-Fi helps in understanding wireless propagation, detecting interference, and optimizing network coverage. It can be useful for diagnosing connectivity issues, improving antenna placement, and studying signal behavior in different environments. This project is valuable for researchers, engineers, and hobbyists looking to explore the hidden world of radio waves.
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#projects #esp32
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💻 The Rise of Chiplets: Opportunities and Challenges in Next-Gen Semiconductor Design
The shift from monolithic SoCs to chiplet-based architectures is making semiconductor design more complex but also more flexible. Chiplets allow companies to mix and match different components, optimizing performance and cost by using different process nodes for different functions.
This approach is crucial for AI and high-performance computing, where demands for bandwidth, power efficiency, and speed continue to rise. By 2025, an estimated 50% of high-performance computing systems and nearly all AI chips will be multi-die, signaling a major industry-wide transformation.
However, integrating third-party chiplets brings challenges like standardization, signal integrity, and power distribution. Engineers must address thermal issues and ensure interoperability through standards like UCIe. Different industries also have unique requirements, from durability in automotive applications to power efficiency in data centers.
Despite these obstacles, chiplets offer customization, cost savings, and faster development. Companies like 〽️ Intel and 🧿 AMD are embracing this shift, and future advancements in integration and interconnect technology will be key to unlocking their full potential.
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#news #electronics
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👩💻 Free YouTube Course: Developing a Linux Driver
This tutorial series is a practical guide to writing Linux kernel modules and drivers, with a focus on hardware access. It starts with an introduction to the Linux kernel, explaining its role as a hardware abstraction layer and its monolithic nature.
The series emphasizes Loadable Kernel Modules (LKMs), which allow dynamic driver loading to keep the kernel lightweight and flexible.
Key topics covered include:
➡️Kernel basics – Process management, resource allocation, and system calls.
➡️LKMs – How to write and load kernel modules dynamically.
➡️Essential mechanisms – Linked lists, mutexes, memory management, and logging.
➡️User-space interfaces – Working with /proc, /sys, and device files.
➡️Hardware interfacing – GPIOs, I²C, SPI, timers, and more.
➡️Device Tree – Adding and probing devices dynamically.
The tutorials use 🍓 Raspberry Pi for hands-on development due to its affordability, GPIO support, and ease of configuration. The series is continuously updated to reflect kernel API changes, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to master Linux driver development.
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#courses #programming #linux #raspberry
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👉 OpenHeat – Open-Source Smart Heating Pad
The OpenHeat project is a smart, open-source heating pad designed for PCB reflow soldering. It boasts a sleek design and powerful functionality, potentially making it one of the most visually appealing and feature-rich heating pads available.
Key features of the device:
➡️A sleek, compact design.
➡️High power and temperature capabilities (200W, up to 300°C).
➡️Bluetooth connectivity for future mobile app integration.
➡️Aluminum substrate PCB for efficient heat dissipation.
➡️Customizable firmware for advanced temperature control.
This project is ideal for electronics enthusiasts looking for a cost-effective, high-performance heating pad with a modern design. The creator plans to release additional resources, such as 3D printing files and complete firmware, in the future.
⛓ More information...
#projects #esp32
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🐟 How to Run DeepSeek R1 on Raspberry Pi 5
DeepSeek R1 can run on the 🍓 Raspberry Pi 5, enabling local AI experimentation without cloud reliance. Setting it up is simple, making it accessible even for beginners. However, running the model on the Pi 5 comes with limitations, requiring creative workarounds for better performance.
Features of this approach:
➡️Optimized distilled LLM for Raspberry Pi 5’s 8GB RAM.
➡️No AI acceleration; external GPU possible via PCIe.
➡️Simple setup using ollama’s installation script.
➡️Much slower than desktop GPUs, with noticeable latency.
This guide is perfect for AI enthusiasts and developers exploring LLMs on low-cost hardware. While the Pi 5 can handle basic tasks, serious AI work requires more powerful setups. Still, it’s an interesting experiment for those curious about running AI on compact devices.
⛓ More information...
#deepseek #tutorials #raspberry #artificial_intelligence
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©️ Fixing C strings
This article explores an alternative to traditional null-terminated C strings, which are notorious for being error-prone and unsafe.
The author introduces a safer string implementation using two structures: struct
str (for immutable strings) and struct str_buf (for mutable string buffers). These structures store both the string data and its length, eliminating common issues like buffer overflows and off-by-one errors.
The article provides practical examples of how to create, manipulate, and use these strings, emphasizing readability, correctness, and safety.
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#articles #programming13 731
⌚️ T1D Smartwatch: Open-Source Device For Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Building a smartwatch for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) management from scratch involves integrating complex electronics and software to meet specific needs, such as real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) and haptic feedback alerts. This project aims for simplicity in design without compromising functionality, tailored to withstand outdoor activities and deliver critical health data discreetly.
Features of the device:
➡️Designed for minimal distraction during school and sports activities.
➡️Water-resistant to withstand rain and splashes.
➡️Provides reliable CGM data and timely haptic alerts for urgent health notifications.
➡️Features customizable watch faces to gamify glucose monitoring.
➡️Utilizes Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for data synchronization with an iOS companion app.
This project demonstrates the feasibility of integrating advanced health monitoring features into a wearable form factor accessible through open-source development practices.
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#projects #esp32
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©️ Writing a simple pool allocator in C
This article provides a detailed guide on writing a simple pool allocator in C, a memory management technique that offers faster allocation and deallocation compared to traditional
malloc by using fixed-size memory chunks.
This technique is especially useful when writing embedded firmware where the RAM is limited and you need to save resources. New readers will learn how to implement a basic pool allocator, including creating, expanding, and managing memory pools, as well as optimizing performance with constant-time operations.
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#articles #programming13 731
📺 Embedded Software Engineering Interview Questions & Answers
The YouTube video discusses top 10 embedded software engineering interview questions, providing detailed explanations for each. It covers fundamental concepts like SBI interfaces, DMA operations, semaphores vs. mutexes, data synchronization across sensors, use cases for volatile keyword, MCU power consumption optimization, benefits of real-time operating systems, and tips for writing interrupt service routines. The content is valuable as it not only prepares viewers for technical interviews but also emphasizes practical applications and optimization strategies crucial for embedded systems development.
⛓ https://youtu.be/-7pfWTp_FsU
#video #interview
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🤦♂️ Write Better Code with Block Diagrams and Flowcharts
This article explores how software developers can enhance their coding processes using block diagrams and flowcharts. You will learn how these graphical aids can clarify problem-solving, improve modular design, and facilitate understanding of complex systems. The article also highlights tools like Mermaid and PlantUML, providing practical tips for integrating these techniques into coding workflows to make code easier to write, debug, and comprehend.
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#articles
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📺 Building a PCB Fabrication Machine: Challenges and Breakthroughs
The project focuses on creating a desktop machine capable of fabricating circuit boards automatically, akin to 3D printing's speed and convenience. Unlike traditional methods that involve complex chemical processes, this innovation aims to simplify and speed up the production of circuit boards in-house.
The key challenge lies in developing a viable method for creating vias (connections between board layers) without using corrosive chemicals, which is crucial for enabling rapid prototyping. By eliminating chemical baths and exploring alternative techniques like conductive ink and novel electroplating approaches, the project aims to revolutionize PCB fabrication, potentially paving the way for faster and more accessible electronics prototyping on a small scale.
⛓ https://youtu.be/0vtCyUHz1Mo
#video #projects
