Category: USB
Tillitis Tkey is an open-source RISC-V security key in a USB-C case
Tillitis Tkey, an open-source RISC-V security key housed in a USB-C case, presents a unique approach to USB security tokens. Compact and straightforward, the TKey employs a 32-bit RISC-V core, specifically the PicoRV32, within a Lattice iCE40 UP5K FPGA. Distinguished by its departure...
Continue ReadingWaveshare ESP32-S3 GEEK Development Board, Based On ESP32-S3R2 Controller Chip, With 1.14inch 65K Color LCD, Supports WiFi & Bluetooth LE
The Waveshare introduces ESP32-S3 GEEK, a small and versatile device designed for developers and hobbyists. It looks like a USB Flash drive and has a tiny 1.14-inch LCD for interaction. Inside, it has a powerful ESP32-S3R2 chip with a 32-bit LX7 dual-core processor at 240 MHz. It comes...
Continue ReadingThis PD Trigger Board Features a Potentiometer – Adjust Output Voltage
Engineer and designer Vincent "CentyVin" has designed a simplified USB-C PD (Power Delivery) based PPS (Programmable Power Supply) trigger board, that allows users to easily set different output voltages by simply using a potentiometer. CentyVin in his Hackday Post Explains that this...
Continue ReadingWiSer is a Wireless Serial Adapter for Cable-Free Data Transfer
WiSer is a USB-to-UART converter with a wireless twist. This pair of devices will let you establish a wireless serial connection between a host and a target device, which makes this ideal for remote monitoring, wireless data logging, telemetry, and various other applications. Based on...
Continue ReadingESP32-C3 Now Controls, Monitors, and Debug USB PD Thanks to Spark Analyzer
Cambridge, UK-based startup ElektroThing announced a new tool to simplify USB Power Delivery (PD) projects. This compact tool harnesses the power of the ESP32-C3 for precise power monitoring and control. This tool uses a USB Type-C input and will be able to wirelessly monitor and...
Continue ReadingPopcorn Computer PopStick is a compact USB computer running Linux Kernel
Source Parts has launched a USB computer called the Popcorn Computer PopStick. This compact-sized device is designed to provide a computing experience by plugging directly into any computer with a USB-A port or any other USB port with the help of a simple adapter. Furthermore, the...
Continue ReadingPD with Current Monitor using STUSB4500 and ATtiny1604
The Power Deliverer utilizes a USB-C power adapter as a power source for a range of fixed voltages. The device displays a list of voltages and current sources from the adapter, which the users can select. Once a voltage option is selected, the Power Deliverer continuously monitors the...
Continue ReadingMeet PDTricker – an Open Source Fast Charging Deception Device
Muse Lab has designed an open-source PD decoy tool based on Qinheng’s CH224K and CH552T. The PDTricker fast charging deception tool supports PD3.0/2.0 and can output 5V/9V/12V/15V/20V through key configuration. “PDTricker is a fast charge deception tool that connects to a USB-C PD...
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