If there were two technological developments representative of the creative future of design and engineering, they'd be the 3D printer and the Raspberry Pi. The former allows you to create just about ...

There are many reasons why 3D printing hobbyists eventually gravitate towards Klipper firmware. Some want to print faster, whereas others seek killer features like input shaping exclusive to this open ...

Octoprint is the go-to 3D printer controller for many enthusiasts for a good reason. This open-source web interface communicated with OctoPi software to give 3D printers smart features without needing ...

In context: 3D printing is slowly becoming mainstream, having moved beyond functional prototyping, rapid tooling, trinkets, and toys. We have already seen people use 3D printers to create fashion ...

Alan is a technology author based in Nova Scotia, Canada. A computer enthusiast since his youth, Alan stays current on what is new and what is next. With over 30 years of experience in computer, video ...

Fractal Design's North mid-tower computer case is still relatively new, but its minimal design mix with stylish wood paneling has made it an instant classic among builders. The Fractal Design North ...

Today is Pi Day. 3rd month, 14th day. It's not the 314th day of the year; that’s November 10th. We’re talking about old Albert Einstein’s birthday, 3/14. It’s even older than Archimedes’s number (250 ...

More often than not, an IoT master device uses the SPI (serial peripheral interface) and I 2 C (inter-integrated circuit) protocols to exchange data with EEPROMs or sensors that are operating in slave ...

How to use a Raspberry Pi in a PLC. Why modular PLCs make sense. What is a Raspberry Pi Compute Module? 1. The Sfera Labs Strato Pi Max features four expansion slots. 2. The Strato Pi Max uses an ...

With tons of Raspberry Pi models available, it's not always clear which one you should buy. Here, we break down the form and function of all main product lines.