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This is Scale Snap 3D: a high-precision PCB designed for 3D photogrammetry, engineered for exceptional reconstruction accuracy. The design is to enable modular expansion of the camera array via I2C, ensuring synchronized image capture across multiple modules. 📸

Designed by Ryan Wong and manufactured in collaboration with Seeed Studio and OSH Park, this board features:

🧠 ATMega32U4 microcontroller for precise control and USB 2.0 for efficient data transfer.
📥 On-board microSD card slot
🔗 Scalable SPI-enabled array
🔄 I2C synchronization
⚡ Dual power options (USB-C or 12V barrel jack)

Check out the project: https://www.flux.ai/cwong7/scale-snap-3d?utm_source=linktree&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=scale-snap-3d

Seeed Studio has done it again!

The XIAO RA4M1, a thumb-sized microcontroller is loaded:

🧠 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 MCU (48 MHz)
💾 256KB Flash & 32KB SRAM
🔌 19 GPIOs with pro ADC/DAC
🖥️ USB 2.0 & CAN BUS interfaces
🔋 Ultra-low power mode (45μA)
🛠️ Arduino IDE ready

And with its SMD design and stamp holes, it's production-ready from day one.

Start designing with the XIAO RA4M1 today, link in bio.

Big news! We've partnered with Superior Sensor Technology, bringing their cutting-edge, application-specific sensors directly to the Flux library! 📡

This collaboration empowers electrical engineers to:

🏥 Access medical-grade sensors
🏭 Utilize industrial IoT components
📊 Implement high-accuracy, low-pressure sensors for Industry 4.0 applications

Superior Sensors is known for their pre-tuned components that significantly reduce time-to-market. Their sensors are known for extremely high accuracy and very low noise floor, making them ideal for monitoring air and gas pressure applications in industrial settings.

By integrating Superior Sensors' components into our library, we're making it easier than ever for you to find the specific parts you need for your innovative designs. This partnership underscores our commitment to providing you with the best tools and components to bring your ideas to life.

Explore the new Superior Sensors components in the Flux library and start designing today! https://www.flux.ai/superior-sensor?utm_source=linktree&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=superior-sensor

We're excited to partner with NASA Space Apps Challenge! Get ready to dive into space and earth challenges using NASA's open data. 🛰️🌎
Register now: https://www.spaceappschallenge.org/nasa-space-apps-2024/2024-local-events/mountain-view-ca/

Partnership announcement: thanks for featuring our events across your socials!

Making music is easier with this MIDI Controller! 🎛️🎶

Designed by Vasyl Skral to connect via USB-C and recognized as a MIDI device. This compact board allows users to switch between two effects, adjust tempo, and precisely control volume.

🧠 ATMEGA32U4-AU microcontroller: Compatible with Arduino IDE, making it incredibly easy to program. Also, native USB 2.0 full-speed interface (12 Mbps) ensures low-latency MIDI data transfer
🎚️ 2 CMOS Schmitt triggers: These operate across a wide voltage range (2V to 6V), making them versatile for signal conditioning. Their low power consumption (

Revolutionizing PCB Architecture Design is now faster with AI 🤖

Learn step-by-step how to use Flux.ai to streamline your hardware projects.

🔌 Define project requirements
💡 Brainstorm with AI
🏗️ Create high-level architecture designs
🛠️ Review your design with AI

Watch the full tutorial and start transforming your design process today: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfwleRLplLU

AI is Changing PCB Architecture Design Forever - Flux Tutorial Learn how to efficiently create architecture designs of your hardware projects with flux.ai in this informative video tutorial. Follow along as I demonstrate...

Jorge González is revolutionizing eco-racing at TEC Campus Guadalajara ! 🏎️🌿

As part of the elyosmx electric racing team, Jorge has designed an incredible telemetry board for their shell_ecomarathon 2025 entry. 🚀

🧠 STM32 Nucleo-32 board microcontroller for complex data processing
📡 RFM95 LoRa transceiver module for ultra-long range, low-power transmission
⚡️ Efficient 48V to 3.3V power conversion
🔍 Integrated load current sense
💡Adafruit's 9-DOF Absolute Orientation IMU board
🌐 Multiple communication interfaces (I2C, SPI, UART)
🛰️ Adafruit Ultimate GPS module for real-time tracking

This advanced telemetry system will help the elyosmx team optimize their eco-friendly vehicle's performance, pushing the boundaries of sustainable racing tech.

Watch the full project. https://www.flux.ai/polo280/telemetryboard?utm_source=linktree&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=telemetryboard

Pico vs Pico 2: Here's what's new: 🍓

🧠 RP2040 vs RP2350
💻 Dual Core ARM M0+ vs Dual Core ARM M33 or RISC-V
⚡ 133 MHz vs 150 MHz
💾 264 KB vs 520 KB SRAM
💽 2MB vs 4MB Flash
🔒 No security vs ARM TrustZone & Secure Boot

We've got the full breakdown of what's new, what's improved, and why it matters for your projects.

Check out our in-depth comparison: https://www.flux.ai/p/blog/whats-new-in-the-raspberry-pi-pico-2-a-showdown-with-the-original-raspberry-pi-pico?utm_source=linktree&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=raspberry-pi-pico-2-blog

Agri. iO is revolutionizing farming 🌾

When their key off-the-shelf component was discontinued, they faced a critical challenge. But Flux enabled them to build a custom solution from scratch in no time.

“Flux made it possible to design my first board in just a few days, even while working a 9-to-5.” - Michael van Niekerk, Co-Founder, Agri-iO

Key Outcomes:

• 4 custom PCB designs deployed
• Fulfilled major contract despite supply chain crisis
• First prototype completed in under a week
• Transitioned from OTS reliance to in-house custom designs

Full case study at the link in our bio.

The Raspberry Pi Pico 2 just leveled up 🍓, here are the main differences from the first generation:

🧠 RP2350 Dual-core processor 150MHz (up from 133MHz) with new hardware floating point and DSP instructions
💾 520KB on-chip SRAM (nearly 2x the original 264KB)
🔌 4MB on-board flash memory (doubled from 2MB)
🔀 New dual-architecture: Switch between Arm Cortex-M33 or all-new RISC-V Hazard3 cores
🛡️ RP2350’s new security features: Arm TrustZone, boot signing, and hardware SHA-256
⚙️ Upgraded PIO subsystem: 12 state machines (previously 8)
🔌 30 GPIO pins (base model), with new variants offering up to 48 pins
💪 Fully backward compatible with Pico 1 projects
🔋 Wider power range: 1.8V to 5.5V input (improved from 1.8V to 5.0V)

It’s still incredibly affordable and perfect for beginners and pros!

Start creating with the Raspberry Pi Pico 2 on Flux today. Link in bio.

Learn how to design your own AI Pin with this hands-on tutorial using Flux Copilot! ⚡

AI pins are transforming how we interact with technology—offering personalized, hands-free, and context-aware assistance that fits seamlessly into our daily lives.

In this video, we walk through a real-world ESP32-based AI pin project, showcasing the time-saving potential.

Design PCBs Faster with AI : ESP32 AI Pin Tutorial Learn how to design your own AI Pin with this hands-on tutorial using Flux Copilot! In this video, we walk through a real-world ESP32 based AI pin project, s...

This is the very first Tesla Roadster Display System! 🚗💨

A Flashback to the Future: This iconic design showcases the early days of automotive innovation, packed with cutting-edge technology for its time:

🖥️ LH75401
Highly integrated SoC featuring an ARM7TDMI-S core (up to 90 MHz), integrated touch screen, and LCD controller supporting up to 4,096 colors. Although now obsolete, it managed core system operations effectively.

📡 TJA1050T/CM,118
CAN Transceiver supporting high-speed CAN communication up to 1 Mbps, with robust ESD protection, perfect for automotive environments.

📢 LMV344MT Op-Amp
Rail-to-rail input and output with low offset voltage and low bias current, ensuring precise amplification of analog signals from sensors.

🔗 MC74LCX139
Dual 1-of-4 decoder/demultiplexer with high-speed CMOS technology and low static power consumption. Although obsolete, it enhanced system communication by decoding address lines and selecting appropriate signal paths.

⚡ LT1945IMS # PBF
Dual Output DC/DC Converter providing stable and regulated outputs to power LCD/TFT displays.

This vintage design is a testament to how far automotive technology has come and how it paved the way for today's electric vehicles.

Explore this piece of Tesla history on Flux— https://www.flux.ai/vasy_skral/vehicle-display-system?utm_source=linktree&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=spartan-ai-accelerator&utm_content=vehicle-display-system

RP2040 Design tutorial ⚡️

This real-time tutorial shows you how to create an RP2040 board from start to finish, giving you insights on how to leverage AI along the way.

Watch the full tutorial:

Design PCBs Faster with Generative AI: Real-Time RP2040 PCB Design Tutorial Explore the future of PCB design in this hands-on tutorial with Flux Copilot, an AI-powered hardware design assistant. In this video, we walk through a real-...

Check out Jecstronic's pocket-sized power bank with PD3.0 and fast charging! ⚡️ Using the IP5328P SoC for incredible performance.

🔄 IP5328P SoC: Efficient power management and bidirectional charging
🚀 PD3.0 Compatibility: Supports Power Delivery 3.0 for high-speed charging.
🔌 IO Interface: 2 x USBA + USB-C for output and USB Micro-B and Batt Connector for input.
🔥 Built in thermistor: Thermal Protection
💡 LED Indicators: Real-time status updates on charging and battery level
🕹️ Tactile switch: Easy control of the device
🔋 Battery Type: Supports 3.7V lithium batteries (single parallel) with no capacity limit.

Never get caught with a dead battery again.
Explore the design: https://www.flux.ai/jecstronic/powerbank-board?utm_source=linktree&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=powerbank-board

This ESP32 Environmental Exposure Risk Meter by Juan David Rosadio Vega is a Flux community classic. 🌿

This compact, solar-powered device continuously monitors CO2 levels and UV radiation in real-time. Here are some of it's key features:

🕹️ ESP32 Microcontroller: Versatile with multiple GPIOs and I2C interfaces, making sensor integration seamless.
💨 CO2 Monitoring: Utilizing the MH-Z19 sensor for precise, real-time carbon dioxide detection.
☀️ UV Radiation Monitoring: Equipped with the VEML6075 for accurate ultraviolet exposure measurement.
📶 Wireless Connectivity: Remotely share data via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, whether to the cloud or directly to your phone.
🔋 Efficient Solar Charging: Implements Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) using the CN3791 for optimal solar energy utilization.
📦 Convenient Form Factor: To allow easy mounting of the device

Explore the design: https://www.flux.ai/jr98/environmental-exposure-risk-meter?utm_source=linktree&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=environmental-exposure-risk-meter

Portable Audio DSP system designed by Vasyl Skral and Jharwin Barrozo! 🎵

This design brings efficient audio processing to embedded systems, allowing users to experience crystal-clear sound and customizable audio effects on the go by leveraging advanced digital signal processing techniques.

🎤 The stereo input configuration of the CS5361 allows for capturing dual-channel audio signals.
🔊 Designed to handle system sampling rates up to 200 kHz.
🎛️ Onboard 2 Channel CODECs: PCM1795 and CS5361 offering excellent dynamic range performance, optimized at 192 kHz sampling rates
🧠 ADAU1452 SigmaDSP Digital Audio Processor: a high-performance DSP designed for advanced audio processing applications. Integrated peripherals for audio system connectivity, flexible audio routing, and efficient sample rate conversion.
🌐 ESP32-WROOM-32: Central to the project's connectivity, offering many peripheral options like UART, SPI, I2C, and more.

This open-source project is a reminder of the power of collaboration and innovation in the Flux community. Explore the design. https://www.flux.ai/vasy_skral/portable-audio-dsp?utm_source=linktree&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=portable-audio-dsp

Jeremy's words resonate with our mission at Flux: To democratize hardware design and empower anyone to build their ideas 🚀

Linux Single Board Computer powered by the Dual Core Arm Cortex A7 CPU 🔥

This SBC packs a serious amount of power for your Linux-based applications:

🧠 STM32MP157FAC1: A dual-core ARM Cortex-A7 processor running at 800 MHz and a Cortex-M4 coprocessor for real-time processing tasks. It also includes a 3D GPU for enhanced graphics performance.
🔌 STPMIC1 Power Management IC: Handles multiple voltage rails, reducing the complexity of the power circuitry and ensuring efficient power distribution across the board.
🚀 DDR Memory Interface: Integrated with Micron's 4Gbit DDR3L memory, offering faster data access and improved performance
🌐 Connectivity: USB 2.0 for high-speed data transfer and SDMMC for SD card support.
🐞 Debugging Interfaces: Dedicated pins for SWD and JTAG
🎛️ BOOT and Reset Buttons
🔓 Open-Source

Explore the design on Flux today! https://www.flux.ai/vasy_skral/stm32mp1-linux-card?utm_source=linktree&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=stm32mp1-linux-card