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ViewPort Software
by Steve Norris, Robot Magazine.

A review of the ViewPort Software for the Propeller microcontroller.

LabBench "Do You Remember When..."
by Bill Wong

An insight about the Then and the Now of programming tools and associated costs.

The 8-Core Parallax Processor Really Spins
by Jon Titus, ECN Magazine

Jon discusses the unique aspects of having eight, 32-bit multiple instruction-data cores in one chip.

Two Completely Unique Products
by Jack Ganssle

An article discussing the multicore processor of the Propeller chips and how their cogs work into programming.

Design your own Computer Games for the Propeller Chip
by Luc Lemmens

A look at what's inside the Hydra Game Development Kit and the relationship it shares with the Propeller Chips.

Spider/Rover Project Report
by Tim Gubbins, Steve Ainsworth & Dean Hammond

Rockets get launched skyward then come back down, but what it didn't stop there?

"Robotics - Embedded Systems Part III"
by Vahe Karamian.

Embedded systems introduction that goes in depth with the BASIC Stamp 2 microcontroller.  The third in the series.

"Robotics - Embedded Systems Part II"
by Vahe Karamian.

Embedded systems introduction that goes in depth with the BASIC Stamp 2 microcontroller. The second in the series.

"Robotics - Embedded Systems Part I"
by Vahe Karamian.

An introduction to embedded systems and their uses in the industrial world.

What's Up? Dock!
by Eric Ostendorff, Robot Magazine.

How to use and take charge of your Scribbler robot's IR capabilities.

U.S. Colleges Retool Programming Classes
by Greg Bluestein

An article about Scribbler's influence on programming courses at universities.

"Parallax Boe-Bot: A high-quality, wheeled robot"
by Peter DelMastro.

A review and write-up about the specifications and some capabilities of the Boe-Bot robot. Robot Magazine

"Element Products Aims to Bring Robotics to the Masses"
By Jessica Davis

An article on the dream that became the Scribbler robot, and its aims for robotics.

"Automation on a Shoe String Budget"
by Matt Miller

Find cost effecient robots to aid in everyday projects and tasks to save money in the long run.

"Electronique Toddler Article"
by P. Oguic.

French Magazine features a review of the Toddler® Robot. Parlez vous Francais?

"Experiments from Optical Engineering and Robotics"
by Dr. S.K. Ramesh, Dr. Michael Fujita and Andy Lindsay

Presented at the IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference October 10-13, 2001 in Reno, Nevada.

Micro-Controllers and Robotics
by Lester J. Snoderly

A Course Curriculum for microcontrollers and robotics focusing on programming and developing robotics' skills.

 

Power Flowers
by Vern Graner, Servo Magazine.

Vern creates robotic flowers using Parallax standard servos and metal vegetable steamers.

Flight Computer: Roll Control Part I
by Steve Ainsworth

The zipped file linked to the right contains source code, clips, and other pictures of the project.

10 Great DIY Electronic Games
by Rob Beschizza

Ten great gadgets you can create yourself, or "Do It Yourself" featuring the HYDRA.

Game On - SILICON UPDATE
by Tom Cantrell (Circuit Cellar)

When the coding gets tough, the tough get coding. And the rest of us should be glad they do.

Turn Your PC Into a Motion Sensor with .NET
by Wei-Meng Lee

How to use external devices with your PC using .NET applications for security.

Discover a New Frontier for .NET Development
by Wei-Meng Lee

This article teaches users how to set up an LCD to your PC and with a .NET application use the LCD as a display.

"Microsoft Robotics Studio: A Technical Overview"
by George Mitsuoka

This article describes how the Microsoft Robotics Studio will change the face of robotics.

"Fun with RFID"
by Wei-Meng lee.

In this article, you will learn how to build a Windows application that incorporates RFID technology.

"Flashing Stock Alert Application"
by Mike Gold.

An application for a flashing alert satellite for stock traders, and alert the trader during fluctuations.

"MCU Math Chip Adds Up"
by Jon Titus.

An article in ECN magazine featuring microprocessors and floating-point mathematics.

"First Education and Technology"
by Mark Spencer, WA8SME.

Article about the American Radio Relay League technology class hosted at Parallax in June 2006.

"This Neighbor is into Heavy Metal"
by Jeff Vandam, The New York Times

An article about the Robot Village, the wonders inside that pique the immagination of visitors.

"How I feed my cats with Linux"
by Chris McAvoy

Give your Linux box the power to control real-world events using the BASIC Stamp® microcontroller.

"The Near Time Welding Monitor"
by Mark Spencer, WA8SME.

Graphic displays and statistical analysis provide an effective welding instruction tool. Click here for the circuit diagrams.

"A multi-channel telemetry system for brain microstimulation in freely roaming animals"

Experimenter remotely delivers pulses to rats in an attempt to "virtually condition" them through various terrains.

"Fuel Cell Powered Segway™"
by FCTec Staff

Implements the BS2p24 in the design. Article includes 3 images of the Segway.

"Leave No Stone Unturned"
by Matt Miller

Pushing the envelope in an age of increased competition; becoming more efficient with spending.

"Internet Connectivity in a Box"
by Al Williams, Dr. Dobbs Journal January 2003.

Every computer, no matter how small, is a candidate for connecting to the internet.

"Where am I?
by Laura Wong

More accurate navigation, submitted in June 2002 to win the Intel International Science Competition.

Debugging I2C-Bus-based Systems
by Michael Wöstenfeld.

The I2C bus, developed in the early 80s by Philips, has become an industry standard in consumer products.

A Pragmatic Introduction to the Art of Electrical Engineering
by Paul H. Dietz

Introduction to electrical engineering filled with discussions and problem solving.

A Pragmatic Introduction to the Art of Electrical Engineering
by Paul H. Dietz

Equipment attachement: remember to see above for more information about the attached.

LED Light Emitter and Detector
by Dr. Clark Radcliffe.

Informative article about LED emitters and detection with schematics and solutions.

"Easy GPS Readings for the Basic Stamp Chip"
by Randy R. Price.

Learn how to get GPS readings with a BASIC Stamp microcontroller.

"Un microcontrollore dalle dimensioni di un francobollo"
by Giuseppe Francesco Indelli.

For the web site www.techcorner.it as an introduction to the BASIC Stamp 2 microcontroller in Italian.

"Turn a Kid on to Embedded Systems"
by Jack G. Ganssle.

Why we need our future generations motivated about embedded designs and engineering.

"FlexiPanel IR: Infrared Glue for Micros and PDAs"
by Jan Buiting and Luc Lemmens.

Features the FlexiPanel module (discontinued) and BASIC Stamp® microcontroller.

"Multimeter MAS-345"
by Klaus Zahnert

Article uses a BASIC Stamp® microcontroller. Published in the German magazine Funk Amateur, May 2004.

"Hands on Review Microcontroller Development Kits"
by Jon Titus.

Featured in Design News. A detailed review about popular development kits.

"Memsic Press Release"
by Phil LeClare.

Memsic is including Parallax development products with their sensor evaluation kits. February 4, 2003,

"Interfacing Microcomputers: Back to the Future"
by Marvin DeJong

What is in store for the future of engineering? As it appeared in the Physics Teacher September 2002.

"8-Bitters Flourish in a 32-Bit World"
by William Wong.

An article touting the prowess of the 8-bit microcontroller. In Electronic Design Magazine June 2002.

"The Programming of a Microcontroller"
by Keith B. Lodge.

The face of engineering in the classroom is ever-changing, but there are methods to adapt.

"Where to Find the Basics on Embedded Systems"
by Gary Legg.

The BASIC Stamp chip, not your only choice for microcontroller but one of the best.

Developing an Efficient Acceleration Algorithm
by Harvey Weinberg

Using the ADXL202/ADXL210 with the BASIC Stamp module to speed up algorithm development.

"Optimizing Microcontroller-Based Educational Packages"
by Ben Babcock.

from Ben Babcock's master thesis study prepared at the University of London September 1999.

"Investigation of the Appropriateness of Micro-computers"
by Dr. Mike Smith and Mr. Stephen L. Jeans

Presented at the ATA Science Council Conference in Jasper, Alberta, Canada October 1997.

Bridging the Digital Divide - Basically
by Al Williams.

The powerful, easy to use, friendly digital building block; the BASIC Stamp microcontroller.

Application of Microcontrollers Manual Part I
by Martin Hebel et. all

It is important that students are provided with strong principles in electronics.

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