In this tutorial we are going to highlight how easy it is to code the BBC micro:bit as an instrument tuner. We will focus mainly on making a Guitar tuner but we will also provide download links for several different types of tuner.
Using The BBC micro:bit To Control A Servo
In this tutorial we are going to look at how to control a servo using the BBC micro:bit via an Edge Connector Breakout Board for the BBC micro:bit. It’s super simple to set up and requires very few parts.
Igloo, PICAXE Wearable Module: Perfect for programmable e-textiles!
The Electro-Fashion: Igloo PICAXE Wearable Module is ideal for all of your e-textiles project needs including adding the endless possibilities of programming to your wearable projects!
E-textiles Workshop – Julie Boyd
In December 2015 Paul and Julie Boyd ran an exciting two day e-textiles workshop at The STEM Centre in York using Kitronik’s Electro Fashion e-textiles resources, including the Igloo, PICAXE wearable module.
Yes these are the same PICAXE chip.
Yes these are the same PICAXE chip.
Igloo Tutorial 3: Blink – External Digital Output
This tutorial demonstrates how to use an Igloo PICAXE wearable module to make a sewable E-textiles LED flash on and off.
E-Textiles and Wearables Tutorials & Resources
This Kitronik University course is for anyone interested in E-Textiles and wearables. For those who don’t know what electronic textiles are we cover all of the basics including elementary circuit design, and basic do’s and don’ts when using conductive thread. If you’re looking for something more advanced we have a range of tutorials for various of our Electro-Fashion components including our Igloo, PICAXE wearable module.
Terrific Christmas Tutorials!
The festive season is finally upon us with Christmas decorations being put up all around, why not try making your own Christmas decorations with friends and family using these useful tutorials.
BBC micro:bit Emoji Bag – Kitronik University
This Kitronik University resource is part of the BBC micro:bit partnership and will be an in depth tutorial into making a BBC micro:bit emoji bag with your free sample kit. We are currently working on this project, it will be available later on this summer. In the meantime enjoy this sneak preview!
Kitronik Launches Igloo
Following customer demand and based on the results of an EU funded research project, Kitronik is delighted to announce the launch of ‘Igloo’.