Episode #11 – Transition from Prototype to Mass Manufacturing with Scott Miller of Dragon Innovation

In this episode I speak with Scott Miller who is a mechanical engineer and the founder and CEO of Dragon Innovation. ... read more

Charging Methods for Lithium-Ion Batteries

The battery type of choice for most electronic products that run on batteries is the li-ion battery. Discover what it takes to charge them properly. ... read more

Episode #10 – PCB Assembly and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) with Duane Benson of Screaming Circuits

In this episode I speak with Duane Benson from Screaming Circuits which is a PCB assembly company located in the U.S. in Oregon that produces both prototypes and small volume production runs. ... read more

What’s Inside a Smartphone?

Modern smartphones are marvels of technology, and it is really impressive how much technology is crammed into such a compact device. Find out what it takes to build a functional smartphone. ... read more

Episode #9 – Business of Startups with Marty Zwilling of Startup Professionals

My guest for this episode is Marty Zwilling of Startup Professionals. Marty has been involved with startups for many years even working with Bill Gates in the early days. ... read more

Episode #8 – Concept to Market in One Year with Allen Walton of SpyGuy.com [Part 2]

In today’s episode I’m continuing my conversation with hardware entrepreneur Allen Walton of SpyGuy.com. Allen successfully brought his new hardware product called the Scout to market in only about one year. ... read more

Episode #7 – Concept to Market in One Year with Allen Walton of SpyGuy.com [Part 1]

In this episode I’m speaking with hardware entrepreneur Allen Walton of SpyGuy.com. Allen successfully brought his new hardware product called the Scout to market in only about one year. ... read more

Understanding Certifications for Electronic Hardware Products

Most electronic products require multiple certifications in order to be sold. Which certifications you will need depends on your product specifics and the countries where you will market and sell it. ... read more

How to Switch Large Loads with a Microcontroller Using Transistors

Microcontrollers are great for implementing the smarts behind a given product. This article teaches you how to get around some of their major limitations. ... read more

Episode #6 – Product Design and Manufacturing with Nick Frank of Knectiv

In this episode I speak with Nick Frank who is the founder of Knectiv, a company based in Austin Texas that offers product design services and manufacturing in China. We discuss in-depth both product development and manufacturing for hardware products. ... read more

A Practical Guide to Using an Oscilloscope

Learn how to use the oscilloscope, frequently referred to in the trade as a scope, which is an essential diagnostic tool used in any serious electronic circuit design activities. ... read more

Episode #5 – From Crowdfunding to Development and Manufacturing with Erik Hunter of InD Creation

In this episode I speak with hardware entrepreneur Eric Hunter of InD Creation. Erik successfully raised over $40,000 in a recent Kickstarter campaign for his product. ... read more

Episode #4 – The Advantages and Challenges of Manufacturing in China with Case Engelen of Titoma

In this episode we discuss the advantages and complexities of manufacturing electronic hardware products in China and Taiwan. ... read more

How to Use the ESP32 Wireless Microcontroller with the Arduino IDE

The ESP32 is a powerful, feature-packed, SoC that can be effectively used in many applications. In this article you will learn how to program it using the Arduino IDE. ... read more

Episode #3 – Hardware Development with No Prior Experience with Kris Christopher of Grow Nanny

In this episode I talk with new hardware entrepreneur Kris Christopher, founder of Grow Nanny which is a hardware startup that is developing indoor gardening products with an ultimate goal to help feed the world.

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Episode #2 – Five Biggest Mistakes Hardware Startups Make with Customers with Dave Millman of BizDev Global

In this episode I talk with Dave Millman of BizDev Global who specializes in helping hardware startups find their first customers. ... read more

Episode #1 – Journey from Idea to Success with Mike Morena of AdhereTech

In this first episode of the Predictable Designs Podcast I speak with Michael Morena, co-founder of AdhereTech. ... read more

Electronic Lab Setup: Tools and Equipment Requirements

If you are a maker or engineer planning to develop your own electronic product, then you’re going to need a way to test, program, and debug the electronics. In this article I will discuss how you can construct your very own lab setup for testing out all your product concepts. ... read more

Introduction to the Ultra High-Performance STM32H7 32-bit Microcontroller

The STM32H7 is the most powerful member of the popular STM32 family of 32-bit microcontrollers based on ARM Cortex-M cores, and offered by ST Microelectronics. Learn why its many advanced features blur the line between microcontroller and microprocessor. ... read more

Introduction to Object Detection and Ranging Technologies

There are numerous applications where detecting the presence or absence of an object is required. This article explores the different methods of object detection, how they are implemented, and their major advantages and limitations. ... read more