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Motors And Upgrading Sinclairs - Adapting Apraxiated Automobiles

The Amp Hour · 4 Dec 2013 · 1h 12m · Episode 174

What this episode covers

Dave Jones and Chris Gammell discuss the transition from analog to digital TV in Australia, highlighting the technical challenges of early digital receivers and antenna upgrades. They then explore Dave's acquisition of a Sinclair C5, debating whether to restore it to original condition or upgrade the motor and mechanics for practical use. The conversation shifts to Chris's high-end Texas Instruments motor control development kit, detailing its complex three-phase inverter and DSP capabilities, before covering the legal battles in the 3D printing industry involving Stratasys and MakerBot, and the practical realities of testing and manufacturing for hardware startups.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Texas Instruments, Stratasys, MakerBot, Finia, 3D Systems, Vachey, DigiKey
Products
Sinclair C5, Z-foil resistors, Pebble
Chips
TMS 320 C2000

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