Circuit Break - A MacroFab Podcast

Dive into the electrifying world of electrical engineering with Circuit Break, a MacroFab podcast hosted by Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig. This dynamic duo, armed with practical experience and a palpable passion for tech, explores the latest innovations, industry news, and practical challenges in the field. From DIY project hurdles to deep dives with industry experts, Parker and Stephen's real-world insights provide an engaging learning experience that bridges theory and practice for engineers at any stage of their career. Whether you're a student eager to grasp what the job market seeks, or an engineer keen to stay ahead in the fast-paced tech world, Circuit Break is your go-to. The hosts, alongside a vibrant community of engineers, makers, and leaders, dissect product evolutions, demystify the journey of tech from lab to market, and reverse engineer the processes behind groundbreaking advancements. Their candid discussions not only enlighten but also inspire listeners to explore the limitless possibilities within electrical engineering...

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Eine durchschnittliche Folge dieses Podcasts dauert 54m. Bisher sind 433 Folge(n) erschienen. Dies ist ein wöchentlich erscheinender Podcast.

Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 16 days 14 hours 41 minutes

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episode 79: EP#79: Dueling OpAmp Inputs


Dueling OpAmp Inputs

  • Parker 
    • Article is lagging behind. Will be done on Friday, promise!
    • Rewiring the Jeep Turn signals. The old wiring was interesting. 
      • The side marker bulb socket is isolated from ground. One bulb lead goes to the front marker parking lamp positive circuit. The other lead of the side marker is tied into the front marker turn signal positive circuit...


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 August 4, 2017  53m
 
 

episode 78: EP#78: No Guru Here


No Guru Here

  • Parker 
    • Gave a presentation at the MacroFab Engineering meetup about how to turn on your Electronics Project.
      • Removal of power source
      • Physical Power Switch
      • Soft Power Switch
      • Details about MCU sleep modes
      • Will be an article soon.
  • Stephen 
    • Science Museum project part 2 - Logger project will be *done* tonight and delivered tomorrow...


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 July 28, 2017  51m
 
 

episode 77: EP#77: The IdeaFab Podcast


The IdeaFab Podcast

  • July Hardware & Electronics Engineering Meetup by MacroFab & Mouser Electronics event is live! Come grab some food, beer, and socializing if you’re in the Houston area...


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 July 21, 2017  1h9m
 
 

episode 76: EP#76: The Greek Tragedy of ADCs


The Greek Tragedy of ADCs

  • Parker 
    • With the success of the Raspberry Pi Compute Module LVDS test board...


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 July 14, 2017  47m
 
 

episode 75: EP#75: Does the Simulation Match the Reality?


Does the Simulation Match the Reality?

  • Ben Heckendorn
    • Runs "The Ben Heck Show"
    • Programs, designs, directs, and imagines at Spooky Pinball
    • Is the Castlevania expert
  • Chris Kraft 
    • Color Destruction Algorithm 
      • Program to convert HiRez images to LowRez for pinball displays
    • Built his first 3D printer from scratch in 2009
    • Was a pioneer in the DIY 3D printer space


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 July 7, 2017  1h7m
 
 

episode 74: EP#74: Reverse Biasing Opamps


Reverse Biasing Opamps

  • Parker 
    • Been learning Python and OpenCV
      • OpenCV is an open source computer vision library
      • PyImageSearch
      • Setup PyCharm
      • Using Requests to use and get information from the MacroFab API
      • Built a 3D printed chassis for holding a 5MP USB camera
      • Taking pictures of PCBs and removing lens distortion
    • RPI3 CM PCB done 
      • Will be testing over the weekend
      • 6 Pack of beer...


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 June 30, 2017  32m
 
 

episode 73: EP#73: Joe Grand: The Origin Story


Joe Grand: The Origin Story

  • Joe Grand
    • Also known as Kingpin
    • Computer engineer, hardware hacker, product designer, teacher, advisor, runner, daddy, honorary doctor, TV host, member of legendary hacker group L0pht Heavy Industries
    • Proprietor of Grand Idea Studio.
    • Our first guest to have a Wikipedia page
    • Has been creating, exploring, and manipulating electronic systems since the 1980s...


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 June 23, 2017  57m
 
 

episode 72: EP#72: Fire Sticks


Fire Sticks

  • The next Hardware and Electronics Engineering Meetup page is live and will be on June 28th. Please RSVP if you plan on attending!
  • The Stanford ValBal launched again with avionics components from MacroFab! You can see a live video on our Facebook page from earlier today and as always, track it with this site...


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 June 16, 2017  34m
 
 

episode 71: EP#71: Wrong Variants


Wrong Variants

  • Derrick from The Current Source sent in his stomp box as some "reverse" swag. 
    • Recommend putting an LED in the Bass' eyeball for power notification.
  • Parker 
    • Finished and ordered the Raspberry Pi Compute Module LVDS test board.
    • Started researching more about I2S Audio...


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 June 9, 2017  43m
 
 

episode 70: EP#70: Bits Flying In


Bits Flying In

  • Parker 
    • Ordered Compressor IoT Board. Will start on the Software side.
    • Wrote an article about PCB board outlines and what to watch out for. It is waiting for Stephen to look over it and make sure it is not missing anything.
    • Defining planes in DipTrace with board outlines vs Eagle.
    • Parker has Vias that haunt him. Bad pinout designs for ICs can cause unnecessary vias in board layout. The LSM9DS1TR is an example of one...


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 June 2, 2017  47m