Category Archives: Technology

Raspberry Pi – Stratum 1 NTP Server

Posted on 2014-03-09 by Nigel VH

So, I’m sure you’ve all heard of the Raspberry Pi, which is a fancy little linux computer that fits in the palm of your hand. It’s certainly not the biggest, fastest, most capable thing out there, but it’s got a … Continue reading →

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Ludicrous LEDs

Posted on 2014-03-09 by Nigel VH

A little while back I was visiting a local electronics/hobbyist store called Vetco, which has, in addition to their normally stocked new components, a selection of limited quantity new/used items they manage to get their hands on. On this particular … Continue reading →

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First Lathe Project

Posted on 2014-03-03 by Nigel VH

Recently, I posted about picking up a small lathe, and hinted at a project I had been working on, but didn’t give much info about it, so here it is. I’ve been wanting to make a custom pocket watch for … Continue reading →

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uBlox Max6Q GPS Test

Posted on 2013-05-26 by Nigel VH

I recently purchased a number of uBlox Max6Q GPS modules from HAB Supplies and etched some boards to attach them and the supporting components to. Rather then testing each one individually, waiting for it to lock, etc. I stuck all six … Continue reading →

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IRIS Transmitter Cold Test

Posted on 2013-05-26 by Nigel VH

I’m going to be flying one of my transmitters soon on a weather balloon, so I wanted to make sure it would work properly at the cold temperatures normally experienced there. So I went over to the local Fred Meyer … Continue reading →

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