I have been playing around with the JeeNode by JeeLabs recently, a Arduino clone designed for sensor networks. Their primary feature is a a Hope RFM12B radio (No relation to Hackers On Planet Earth) which allows wireless communication. At $20 they are cheaper than Zigbees + Arduino though not as […]
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Recently we have been trying to build a Self Balancing Two-Wheeled Skateboard. We have the Accelerometer/Gyroscope hooked up to an adruino, and a 25A, 35o watt motor. You can see the gyroscope controlling the motor in the video below. Unfortunately, the wheels have been on back order, and haven’t come […]
Pre-PS Check out the meeting minutes. Tonight was another successful monthly meeting and I thought I’d share some of the news. First off, we can now welcome our newest member, Colin Freas. He’s now our third ‘Ginger’ and brings some pretty 1337 java/paintball skills. Heads up on an upcoming event!! […]