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Volker de Haas started electronics and computing with a KIM1 and machine language in the 70s. Then FORTRAN, PASCAL, BASIC, C, MUMPS. Developed complex digital circuits and analogue electronics for neuroscience labs (and his MD grade). Later: database engineering, C++, C#, industrial hard- and software developer (transport, automotive, automation). Designed and constructed the open-source PLC / IPC "Revolution Pi". Now offering advanced development and exceptional exhibits.
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1 month ago
Evolution of the DesignSpark Useless Machine 2
Are you curious about what happened to the Useless Machine 2? We have built an upgrade, the UM3, and installed it in the RE Titan II truck. See which details we have improved.
1 month ago
When a free lunch becomes reality
Today we are starting a new series of articles which we like to call "digital heroes". We talk to people who have contributed and shared for the benefit of all of us, who took a personal risk by investing in visions and new technology. Be inspired!
3 months ago
Industrial Security Part 6: The Challenge-Response-Concept
In part five of this series, I explained the abilities of the DS28E38 chip from Maxim. In part seven, I will demonstrate the evaluation kit. But let's try to get a more general understanding of embedded authentication in today's article.
3 months ago
The SFK Project: #8 Electric Worm
Are you locked up in Quarantaine with your kids? Want to entertain and at the same time teach them? Here is help for you: My weekly column “SFK” (Science and Fun for Kids) at DesignSpark. I will give you instructions for little tinker projects
3 months ago
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.
3 months ago
The SFK Project: #7 compass and anti-gravity miracle
Are you at home with your kids? Do you want to entertain and teach them? Here is help for you: My weekly column “SFK” (Science and Fun for Kids) at DesignSpark. I will give you instructions for little tinker projects.
4 months ago
Do-Not-Disturb-Light 4.0
When Pete Wood published his "do-Not-Disturb_Light" last week, he thought it would be a little over-engineered. Well, Pete, I thought I should give you a demonstration of real "over-engineering". So here is my 4.0 version with a 30 $ BOM.
4 months ago
The SFK Project: #5 Try blowing it up!
Are you locked up in Quarantine with your kids? Want to entertain and at the same time teach them? Here is help for you: My weekly column “SFK” (Science and Fun for Kids) at DesignSpark. I will give you instructions for little tinker projects.
3 months ago
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.
3 months ago
Industrial Security Part 4: About Digital Certificates, CAs and Elliptic Curves
It’s time to find applications for the concepts we’ve learned in part 1 to 3. Digital signatures and certificates are such applications which are elementary for secure internet connections.
4 months ago
Industrial Security Part 3: About Hash and Signatures
Have you heard security nerds talking about the best hash and thought: Well, they better should stop smoking drugs? Then you should go on reading and learn that hash algorithms are not produced by plants but by sophisticated mathematics.