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PCB fabrication using old magazine pages

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Do you need a PCB? , but tired of going through the torpor of ironing for 45 minutes trying to get that perfect heat transfer. Etching a printed circuit board (PCB) fabrication at home may seem like a daunting task, but with the right tools and techniques, it can be a rewarding and cost-effective endeavor. In this blog, we'll guide you through the intricate steps of crafting your own PCB using a laserjet printer, magazine pages, and a touch of DIY spirit. Step 1: Printing the Circuit Design The journey begins with the heart of your PCB—the circuit design. Utilizing a high-quality laserjet printer is crucial at this stage, as better printers yield superior results. Ensure that the print is successful on magazine pages, which will act as the medium for transferring your circuit onto the copper clad surface. If your print is not transferring perfectly to the magazine page, look for a different printer. Newer models work best. Step 2: Prepping the Copper Clad Surface The canvas for you

USING NEO-6M GPS MODULE AND INTERFACING IT WITH ESP32

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  This tutorial will cover NEO-6M GPS Module and how to interface it with ESP32. 1.1 The NEO-6M GPS module The NEO-6M GPS module is a type of GPS receiver that utilizes the u-blox 6 positioning engine to provide location and timing information. Many GPS-based projects, including tracking gadgets and navigation systems, frequently employ this module. It supports the GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS satellite systems and has a very sensitive receiver that can track satellites in difficult terrain. The module is a popular option for a variety of applications due to its small form size, compact form factor, low power consumption, and multiple communication interfaces. NEO-6M GPS module can track 22 satellites and identify locations anywhere in the world. Some of its specifications are: ·        GPS chipset: u-blox NEO-6M ·        GPS module frequency: L1, 1575.42 MHz ·        C/A code: 1.023 MHz chip rate ·        Channels: 50 channels, GPS L1(1575.42Mhz) ·        Track