Measuring Equipment
New hobby? Let’s measure the radioactivity of objects and natural materials. Why, how, and with what?
Measuring ionizing radiation (generally radiation) is relevant today not only for experts but also for enthusiasts or collectors of minerals and antiques. Ionizing radiation is invisible, imperceptible, and that makes…
How I revived a dead adjustable power supply RIDEN RD6006 and uploaded the latest alternative firmware. It also works on models RD6006P, RD6012, and RD6018.
I got my hands on a “dead” adjustable power supply, the RIDEN RD6006. Upon powering it on, it showed no signs of life. So, I set out to revive it,…
I tried the FNIRSI FNAC-28 USB tester. It’s a cheap and interesting tester, but it doesn’t support one important fast charging protocol.
The FNIRSI FNAC-28 USB tester is a handy and affordable tool for users interested in monitoring what happens during the charging of their devices. This device can measure not only…
Dashboard on the status of Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio with ESP32.
I don’t have an Alfa, but I came across the GiuliaAndStelvioDPFMonitor project, designed for owners of diesel Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio 2.2. It’s a dashboard project that reads various…
The new adjustable power supply RIDEN is coming, along with a new feature that everyone will appreciate. Absolutely everyone.
RIDEN’s adjustable power supplies are among the best that hobbyists can buy in this price range for home and semi-professional use. They offer great performance, compact size, updated and alternative…
Pocket USB-C adjustable power supply DPS-150 with a power output of up to 150W. It fits on any desk, but the controls are a pain.
I got my hands on an interesting pocket-sized USB-C powered adjustable power supply, the DPS-150 from Fnirsi. I conducted some basic measurements, and the power supply pleasantly surprised me. However,…
CO2 sensors from Sensirion. SCD30, SCD40, or STCC4? Which sensor is suitable for home use?
Sensirion, a leading manufacturer of various sensors, offers multiple types of sensors for measuring CO2 concentration. This article will explore the differences, advantages, and the best sensor for battery operation.
Drone detection using a cheap SDR device.
Drones are now a common part of our lives — from filming weddings and advertisements to racing and monitoring industrial and critical infrastructure. However, they are not always welcome “visitors,”…
