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It is most probably the 'Version' of DXF you saved in. Try an earlier version.
I copied your file and tried to open it in Librecad. Nothing was shown. So I opened it in NanoCad. Everything shows.... -
7 hours ago
Sorry Rick I should have read your question properly.
The files you refer to are in the link below. They need to be 'Unzipped/Extracted' to find the files you want for the tutorial.
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7 hours ago
I will look at the file for you. -
11 hours ago
IDF and Ecad files are from PCB design software. You do not need them in DSM.
Although you can 'Import' them from Designspark PCB, from the 'Insert' tab.
https://designspark.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/211943145-What-are-the-import-and-export-formats-available-
15 hours ago
The ODROID-C2 has been my staple since it was announced in March 2016 and is still going strong, I have 2 live.
Other higher performance SBC's I have - Raspberry Pi 4B 4GB, with a Pi 4B 8GB due,...article
June 1, 2020 22:19
SOLIDWORKS ECAD Town Hall - Designing Frozen Delights!
In this two-part video series, learn how you can use the collaborative tools in SOLIDWORKS Electrical and PCB software to streamline your product development process. To demonstrate, the presenters design a frozen drink making machine!
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June 1, 2020 14:02
The SFK Project: #6 Ping-Pong-Ball Levitation
Are you struggle to find fun things for your kids, want to entertain and at the same time teach them? Yes, well my weekly column “SFK” (Science and Fun for Kids) at DesignSpark will help to explore science.
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June 1, 2020 13:50
Create an FPGA-based IoT application by Python
Adam Taylor, an expert in embedded systems design, uses Xilinx PYNQ , Python, Digilent ZYBO Z7 and Pmod ALS Ambient Light Sensor, IFTTT Hue service and adafruit.io to create an IoT application.
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June 1, 2020 09:43
Smart Restaurant Menu Ordering System using Arduino
In this tutorial, a Smart Restaurant Menu Ordering System using Arduino is discussed. The restaurant menu ordering system is completed by setting up and programming the Arduino IDE in the project.
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June 1, 2020 08:24
SBC Treejack Survey
Help to restructure the SBC section of the RS website by completing a simple Treejack survey!
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articleProject nautilUS member - InnoTecUK
You may remember that in late February we attended a quarterly meeting of Project nautilUS, a consortium of companies and institutions working together to provide solutions for oil tank inspections. Here we focus on one of its members InnotecUK.
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June 1, 2020 08:19
S3 E1: Mastering the Mysteries of Space Tourism
Lucy, Bec and Harriet are back for the new series of The DesignSpark Podcast. In this episode they're exploring space tourism. Get ready for tech with a comedy twist.
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May 29, 2020 10:10
This chocolate launcher is the coolest lockdown project ever.
People are creating great projects during the lockdown, but is this the one we have waiting for? Being in control of your own chocolate is surely every chocolate lovers dream. Watch Harrison create his new unique chocolate munching launcher system.
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May 29, 2020 09:18
UPDATE to DesignSpark Electrical v2.0.1
DSE version 2.0.1 is a minor update with fixes. Before installing this update, you will need to backup your data folder (as a precaution) and uninstall v2.0.
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May 28, 2020 08:59
DSPCB (and Pro) - Settings required if switching between major release versions.
DSPCB/ Pro install with all the required paths and settings to allow instant use. Although rarely necessary as the latest Application version works with all previous designs, here is what you need to do if switching between versions.
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May 28, 2020 08:59
Industrial Security Part 5: About embedded authentication
We are now ready to have a look at embedded solutions for industrial security. Embedded authentication and brand protection can be done with 3mm x 3mm chips, connecting only 3 pins and costing less than 1.50 €. This part explains the Maxim DS28E38.
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May 28, 2020 08:59
Prototyping a Spring Reverb Effect using Readily Available Parts
A DIY effect unit using a spring, piezo buzzer, an audio exciter and a Click Board amplifier.
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