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Too Can Design with SoC
A Design Challenge 2002 Primer
by Jeff Bachiochi
Jeff details
working in the world of SoC. Anyone new the designing
with SoC parts will walk away with enough insight to implement
a SoC in their next project.
Published April
2002 — Read
Article
Driving
the NKK Smartswitch
Part 1: Configuration and Software
Part 2: Graphics and Text
by Aubrey Kagan
Sure, the NKK
Smartswitch looks like a cool device, but how can you
actually use it? Aubrey found the answer with a little
help from a Cypress MicroSystems PSoC microcomputer. In
Part 1, Aubrey describes the interface to drive the Smartswitch.
In Part 2, he covers how to display your ideas as graphics
and text.
Published July
& August 2002 — Read
Article
Vector-SoC
A Simple Ultrasonic Distance Meter
by Fabio Piana
Some distances are more difficult to measure than others. Therefore, Fabio built his own ultrasonic rangefinder, which won First Prize in the Cypress PSoC design contest. It can be used for measuring liquid levels, generic distances, and even the depth of snow.
Published January
2003— Read
Article
Vector-SoC
A 1-GHz Vectorial Network Analyzer
by Robert Lacoste
Touting the
use-value of a vector network analyzer is an easy task
for any RF enthusiast. Coming up with a convincing reason
to purchase a VNA, however, is more difficult, especially
because they can be expensive and bulky. So, try Robert’s
do-it-yourself approach.
Published December
2002
Intelligent
Light-Effects Controller for Entertainment Systems
by Victor Kremin
Unimpressed by the outmoded lighting systems used in many entertainment venues, Victor built an intelligent light-effects controller. In contrast to manually controlled systems, this high-tech award winner uses participants’ actual movements to create visual effects.
Published March
2003
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