Hardware Podcasts

#397.5 - An Interview with Loial from Krontech

The Amp Hour · 23 Jun 2018 · 39m

What this episode covers

Loial Otter from Krontech discusses the technical challenges of building the Chronos high-speed camera, specifically focusing on FPGA-based signal processing, demosaicing algorithms, and Linux driver development for TI DaVinci chips. He also details a personal project: a VFD-based pendant watch powered by an STM32 microcontroller and Lithium Iron Phosphate battery, designed to help manage ADHD through tactile feedback and time management features.

Most relevant to

early-stage companies

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Krontech
Products
Chronos, Phantom
Chips
BeagleBone, TI DaVinci DM8148, STM32 L462
Tools
Micro Python, Yocto, Arago
Also
VFD

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