2026 - KiCad Rookie

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LibrePLC32: An Open-Source PLC Hardware Platform Every Electronics Engineer Should Explore

Industrial automation has traditionally been dominated by proprietary Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) from manufacturers such as Sieme...

29 Jul, 2026

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FalCAN Probe: An Open-Source STM32 USB Adapter for CAN, RS-485, and RS-422 Networks

Industrial communication often requires multiple interface adapters. Engineers working with CAN bus may also need RS-485 or RS-422 connectiv...

24 Jul, 2026

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CERN KiCad Libraries: The High-Quality Open-Source Component Library Every PCB Designer Should Know

When designing printed circuit boards (PCBs), choosing the right component library is just as important as selecting the right schematic or ...

24 Jul, 2026

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