Realistic Brown Battle Mech
Nice — you can do a clean pulse + latch using a single quad Schmitt-NAND chip: 74HC132 (or 74LVC132 for 3.3 V systems). The HC132 contains four 2-input NAND gates with Schmitt inputs so you can both clean a noisy SYN480R DATA line and build an SR latch (NAND SR is active-LOW) inside one package. Only a few passives and a driver transistor are needed. Below is a ready-to-build recipe (parts, wiring, explanation, tuning tips, and an ASCII schematic) — no extra logic ICs required. Parts (per latch) 1 × 74HC132 (quad 2-input NAND with Schmitt inputs). If your system is 3.3 V use 74LVC132 / 74HC132 rated for 3.3 V. Rin = 47 kΩ (input series) Cfilter = 10 nF (input RC to ground) — tweak for debounce/clean time Rpulldown = 100 kΩ (pull-down at input node, optional) Rpullup = 100 kΩ (pull-up for active-LOW R input so reset is idle HIGH) Rbase = 10 kΩ, Q = 2N2222 (NPN) or small N-MOSFET (2N7002) to drive your load Diode for relay flyback (1N4001) if you drive a coil Optional small cap 0.1 µF decoupling at VCC of IC Concept / how it works (short) Use Gate1 (G1) of 74HC132 as a Schmitt inverter by tying its two inputs together and feeding a small RC filter from SYN480R.DATA. This removes HF noise and provides a clean logic transition. Because it's a NAND with tied inputs its function becomes an inverter with Schmitt behavior. Use G2 & G3 as the cross-coupled NAND pair forming an SR latch (active-LOW inputs S̄ and R̄). A low on S̄ sets Q = HIGH. A low on R̄ resets Q = LOW. Wire the cleaned/inverted output of G1 to S̄. A valid received pulse (DATA high) produces a clean LOW on S̄ (because G1 inverts), setting the latch reliably even if the pulse is brief. R̄ is your reset input (pushbutton, HT12D VT, MCU line, etc.) — idle pulled HIGH. Q drives an NPN/MOSFET to switch your load (relay, LED, etc.). Recommended wiring (pin mapping, assume one chip; use datasheet pin numbers) I’ll refer to the 4 gates as G1, G2, G3, G4. Use G4 optionally for additional conditioning or to build a toggler later. SYN480R.DATA --- Rin (47k) ---+--- Node A ---||--- Cfilter (10nF) --- GND | Rpulldown (100k) --- GND (optional, keeps node low) Node A -> both inputs of G1 (tie inputs A and B of Gate1 together) G1 output -> S̄ (S_bar) (input1 of Gate2) Gate2 (G2): inputs = S̄ and Q̄ -> output = Q Gate3 (G3): inputs = R̄ and Q -> output = Q̄ R̄ --- Rpullup (100k) --- VCC (reset is idle HIGH; pull low to reset) (optional) R̄ can be wired to a reset pushbutton to GND or to an MCU pin Q -> Rbase (10k) -> base of 2N2222 (emitter GND; collector to one side of relay coil) Other side of relay coil -> +V (appropriate coil voltage) Diode across coil If you prefer MOSFET low side switching: Q -> gate resistor 100Ω -> gate of 2N7002 2N7002 source -> GND ; drain -> relay coil low side... show more1 Star
Brainstorm a new project with AI [Example]
make this for me now # Device Summary & Specification Sheet ## 1. Overview A rugged, Arduino-Uno-and-Raspberry-Pi-style single-board micro-PC featuring: - Smartphone-class CPU (Snapdragon 990) - USB-C Power Delivery + 4×AA alkaline backup + ambient-light harvester - On-board Arduino-Uno-compatible ATmega328P - External NVMe SSD via USB3 bridge & optional Thunderbolt 3 eGPU support - 5× USB 3.0 ports, HDMI in/out, Gigabit Ethernet & SFP fiber, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LoRa - 0.96″ OLED status display, 3.5 mm audio jack with codec --- ## 2. Key Specifications | Category | Specification | |--------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | CPU | Snapdragon 990, octa-core up to 2.84 GHz | | Memory | 6 GB LPDDR4x DRAM | | Storage Interface | PCIe Gen3 ×4 → M.2 NVMe + USB 3.1 Gen1 bridge | | MCU | ATmega328P (Arduino-Uno-compatible) | | Power Input | USB-C PD up to 20 V/5 A; 4×AA alkaline backup; ambient-light photodiode boost | | Power Rails | 12 V, 5 V, 3.3 V, 1.8 V, 1.2 V via buck/buck-boost regulators | | USB Hub | 5× USB 3.0 downstream ports | | Display | 0.96″ 128×64 OLED via I²C/SPI | | Networking | 1 × Gigabit RJ45; 1 × SFP fiber; Wi-Fi 802.11ac + Bluetooth; LoRa SX1276 | | Video I/O | HDMI 2.0 input (RX) & output (TX) | | Audio | 3.5 mm jack + TLV320AIC3101 codec; Bluetooth audio | | Form Factor | Raspberry Pi–style header + Arduino-Uno shield headers; 4× standoff mounts | --- ## 3. Complete Parts List | Part | Function | Qty | |------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|-----| | [Snapdragon 990](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=Snapdragon%20990) | Main application CPU | 1 | | [LPDDR4x DRAM](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=LPDDR4x%20DRAM) | System memory | 1 | | [eMMC 64GB](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=eMMC%2064GB) | On-board storage | 1 | | [M.2 NVMe Connector](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=M.2%20NVMe%20Connector) | External SSD interface | 1 | | [JMS583](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=JMS583) | PCIe→USB 3.1 bridge for NVMe | 1 | | [Titan Ridge](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=Titan%20Ridge) | Thunderbolt 3/eGPU controller | 1 | | [STUSB4500](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=STUSB4500) | USB-C Power-Delivery controller | 1 | | [LTC4412](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=LTC4412) | Ideal-diode OR-ing | 1 | | [LTC3108](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=LTC3108) | Ambient-light (solar) energy harvester | 1 | | [Battery Holder 4×AA](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=Battery%20Holder%204xAA) | Alkaline backup power | 1 | | [TPS53318](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=TPS53318) | 6 V→5 V synchronous buck regulator | 1 | | [MCP1700-3302E/TO](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=MCP1700-3302E/TO) | 6 V→3.3 V LDO | 1 | | [TPS63060](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=TPS63060) | Buck-boost for 12 V rail (eGPU power) | 1 | | [ATmega328P](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=ATmega328P) | Arduino-Uno microcontroller | 1 | | [ESP32-WROOM-32](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=ESP32-WROOM-32) | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth co-processor | 1 | | [SX1276](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=SX1276) | LoRa transceiver | 1 | | [TUSB8041](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=TUSB8041) | 5-port USB 3.0 hub IC | 1 | | [Ethernet PHY](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=Ethernet%20PHY) | Gigabit Ethernet physical transceiver | 1 | | [SFP Cage](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=SFP%20Cage) | Fiber-optic SFP module connector | 1 | | [TDA19978](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=TDA19978) | HDMI 2.0 receiver (input) | 1 | | [TFP410](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=TFP410) | HDMI 2.0 transmitter (output) | 1 | | [TLV320AIC3101](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=TLV320AIC3101) | Audio codec for 3.5 mm jack & Bluetooth audio | 1 | | [Audio Jack 3.5mm](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=Audio%20Jack%203.5mm) | Headphone/mic port | 1 | | [SSD1306 OLED](https://www.flux.ai/search?type=components&q=SSD1306%20OLED) | Status display | 1 | --- ## 4. High-Level Design & Implementation Steps 1. **Schematic Creation** - Section off blocks: CPU + memory, power-supply, NVMe/USB bridge, MCU, wireless, USB hub, video, audio, I/O headers. - Place all parts from the list and wire per respective datasheet reference circuits. 2. **Power System** - Implement USB-C PD with STUSB4500 → buck/buck-boost & LDO rails. - Add LTC4412 to OR-ing battery pack into 6 V bus. - Include LTC3108 harvest input to 6 V bus (no recharge to AA). - Add decoupling & bulk caps per regulator datasheets; PTC fuses & ESD diodes on inputs. 3. **SoC & High-Speed Interfaces** - Break out Snapdragon 990 BGA with DDR4 routing (point-to-point). - Route PCIe Gen3 lanes to M.2 slot via JMS583 and to Titan Ridge for TB/eGPU. - Follow high-speed layout guidelines: impedance, length matching, EMI filters. 4. **MCU & Expansion Headers** - Place ATmega328P with UNO-style 2.54 mm headers; add ISP 6-pin, I²C pull-ups, reset circuit. 5. **Connectivity Blocks** - USB hub: TUSB8041 + ESD + chokes → five USB-A 3.0 ports. - Ethernet: RJ45 + magnetics + PHY; SFP cage + PHY/SFP interface. - Wireless: ESP32 module pad + SX1276 + antenna matching; program pads. 6. **Video & Audio** - HDMI RX (TDA19978) & TX (TFP410) blocks with TMDS ESD & termination. - Audio codec + 3.5 mm jack; route differential audio lines; add ESD. 7. **Display & Indicators** - SSD1306 OLED on I²C; add pull-ups & backlight power if needed. - LEDs for power, charge, status. 8. **PCB Layout & Mechanical** - Follow Raspberry Pi 2×20 header footprint & UNO shield hole pattern. - Add reinforcement for rugged use; standoffs at corners. - Define 4-layer stackup: • Top: signal • L2: GND • L3: PWR • Bottom: signal 9. **DRC/ERC Reviews** - Run ERC for decoupling, pull-ups, power nets. - Run DRC for high-speed clearance, differential pairs, via aspect ratios. 10. **Fabrication & Testing** - Export Gerbers, IPC-2581, BOM. - Prototype assembly; verify power sequencing, rails, interfaces. - Functional tests: USB-C PD negotiation, NVMe throughput, eGPU over TB3, wireless comm, audio, OLED. --- This spec sheet and part list should guide your Flux schematic and PCB layout workflow through to fabrication and validation. 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rp2040 core
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Single Lead Heart Rate Monitor - AD8232 j2Zz
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[Demo] Architecture Brainstorm
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No solder mask if no ground fill in 3d?
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Playground: BRAVE POWER MANAGEMENT BOARD
Brave is a versatile and efficient power board that can provide 12v, 5v and 3.3v outputs for various applications from 4V to 5V Input. It can be powered by battery or solar panel, and the battery can be recharged by solar energy. It can also be powered by a USB port if needed. This board is ideal for IoT projects that require reliable and stable power supply in different environments. USB INPUT: 5V Solar INPUT: 4V - 6V Battery Input: 3.6V - 4.2V OUTPUTs: 12V, 5V, and 3.3V #IoT #power #management #usb... show more141 Comments
washmachine
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BRAVE POWER MANAGEMENT BOARD
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[2-layer] JLCPCB Constraints
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[2-layer] JLCPCB Constraints
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Photon-2-reference-design ntdu
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[2-layer] JLCPCB Constraints 9PQK
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Triac Dimmer
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[2-layer] JLCPCB Constraints
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Universal Electronic Derailleur V1
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Current Limiting Resistors: BRAVE POWER MANAGEMENT BOARD
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[2-layer] JLCPCB Constraints
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[2-layer] JLCPCB Constraints m56G
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[2-layer] JLCPCB Constraints 4Wvy
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[Multi-layer] JLCPCB Constraints
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[2-layer] JLCPCB Constraints hhkA
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Triac Dimmer 8s3S
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Spontaneous Lime R2-D2
Design an 8-input to 3-output encoder WITH PRIORITY, considering: 1. truth table. 2. Output equations. 3. Logic diagram. You can use 2, 3 or 4 input logic gates if you prefer. You can do it in a notebook or in a simulator like multisim. If it is in a notebook, make sure that everything looks clean, so I suggest you do it first in draft and then to hand it in.... show more13 Comments
Specktroller [JLCPCB]
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[Demo-test] Core Component Validation
The EcoSense IoT Environmental Monitor will measure temperature and air quality, providing real-time data to users through a mobile app or web interface. The device will be compact, easy to install, and user-friendly, offering insights into the indoor environmental conditions to promote health and well-being. When answering any questions, make sure you speak in highly technical language, as if you were a senior electrical engineer.... show more11 Comments
[2-layer] JLCPCB Constraints
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On-Air LED Sign - Modular
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[2-layer] JLCPCB Constraints cBsU
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Photon-2-reference-design
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Voltage Amplifier
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[2-layer] JLCPCB Constraints
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[2-layer] JLCPCB Constraints
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Internship Design Project
This project was intended for the spirit of Halloween, This circuit functions are meant to detect the movement of an object holding candies. If the sensor detect that anyone moves the object, it will send the data from the sensor to the microcontroller. Lastly, once the microcontroller receives the data, it will send it to the buzzer to output a buzz that will stimulate a shock.... show more7 Comments