Richard Elliot

Residing on the south coast of England, Rich has spent the last few years building Electomaker.io from the ground up. He is usually found behind a laptop coordinating the rest of the EM team and occasionally finding time to contribute articles to the blog. When not tapping away at a laptop, he can be found either paddleboarding, at the beach, playing golf (badly), or camping with his family.

Unlock AI Audio with the ReSpeaker 2-Mics for Raspberry Pi

Unlock AI Audio with the ReSpeaker 2-Mics for Raspberry Pi

The ReSpeaker 2-Mics Pi HAT brings AI-driven voice interaction to your Raspberry Pi, perfect for smart home projects, robots, and energy-efficient systems.
Automating Laundry: Mellow Labs' DIY Washing Machine Detergent Dispenser Hack

Automating Laundry: Mellow Labs' DIY Washing Machine Detergent Dispenser Hack

Upgrade Your Washing machine with this amazing detergent dispenser Hack!
Play the world’s tiniest violin using a thermal sensor

Play the world’s tiniest violin using a thermal sensor

The hands-free Mr. Krabs Tiny Violin project brings humor and creativity together, using a thermal sensor to recreate the iconic meme in an interactive way.
Ollie Q's Internet-Controlled Roomba: Turning Housework into an online multiplayer game

Ollie Q's Internet-Controlled Roomba: Turning Housework into an online multiplayer game

Ollie Q's Internet-controlled Roomba turns vacuuming into a fun, multiplayer game, blending creativity, humor, and technical expertise in a unique way.
Seeedstudio Xiao RA4M1 Voltage Controlled Oscillator: Affordable, Modular Synth Power

Seeedstudio Xiao RA4M1 Voltage Controlled Oscillator: Affordable, Modular Synth Power

The Seeedstudio Xiao RA4M1 VCO offers an affordable, high-quality solution for DIY modular synth enthusiasts, blending flexibility and sound precision.
M5Stack Cardputer Kit Review: Prototyping and Hacking Made Easy!

M5Stack Cardputer Kit Review: Prototyping and Hacking Made Easy!

The M5Stack Cardputer Kit is a compact, retro-inspired mini-computer perfect for prototyping, hacking, and more. Versatile, portable, and feature-packed!
How the Raspberry Pi AI Camera Enhances Real-Time Object Detection

How the Raspberry Pi AI Camera Enhances Real-Time Object Detection

Discover how the Raspberry Pi AI Camera brings real-time edge processing and advanced AI capabilities to projects, enabling object detection and motion tracking directly on your device.
Exploring the Compact ESP32-C3: A Small Board with Big Features

Exploring the Compact ESP32-C3: A Small Board with Big Features

The ESP32-C3 board combines motion sensing, light detection, and USB-C programming in a compact form for IoT projects.
Win an Arduino Alvik Robotics Learning Kit: Enter the Giveaway

Win an Arduino Alvik Robotics Learning Kit: Enter the Giveaway

Enter Electromaker's giveaway for a chance to win the versatile Arduino Alvik Robotics Learning Kit and kickstart your next robotics project!
Announcing the Winner of the TI MSPM0C1104 LaunchPad Development Kit

Announcing the Winner of the TI MSPM0C1104 LaunchPad Development Kit

We loved Bert's winning project idea which involves developing a child-programmable robot kit!
Breadboards Without Wires: Exploring the Game-Changing Jumperless V5

Breadboards Without Wires: Exploring the Game-Changing Jumperless V5

Jumperless V5 eliminates the need for traditional jumper wires, making circuit prototyping faster and more efficient.
Exploring Robotics: Mouser and Analog Devices Webinar on Radar and Sensor Fusion

Exploring Robotics: Mouser and Analog Devices Webinar on Radar and Sensor Fusion

Join the Mouser and Analog Devices webinar on October 29 to learn about radar and sensor fusion in the world of robotics.
WIN a LP-MSPM0C1104 LaunchPad Dev Kit: Enter The Giveaway Competition Now!

WIN a LP-MSPM0C1104 LaunchPad Dev Kit: Enter The Giveaway Competition Now!

Perfect for low-power projects, and enter our exciting giveaway to win one today!
Low Cost, Low Power Microcontroller: Texas Instruments LP-MSPM0C1104 Launchpad Review

Low Cost, Low Power Microcontroller: Texas Instruments LP-MSPM0C1104 Launchpad Review

The Texas Instruments LP-MSPM0C1104 LaunchPad impresses with its affordability and efficiency, making it an excellent choice for low-power, cost-effective prototyping.
Arduino Plug-and-Make Kit Review: A Simplified Approach to Learning Electronics

Arduino Plug-and-Make Kit Review: A Simplified Approach to Learning Electronics

Discover how the Arduino Plug-and-Make Kit simplifies electronics education and prototyping, offering a seamless way for learners and makers to bring their innovative ideas to life.
Interview with Zack Supalla, CEO of Particle: Unveiling the Tachyon and the Future of IoT

Interview with Zack Supalla, CEO of Particle: Unveiling the Tachyon and the Future of IoT

We get the lowdown from Zack Supalla on the new 5G SBC from Particle - The Tachyon
Are You Up to the Challenge? Hack Raspberry Pi's RP2350 for a $10K Bounty!

Are You Up to the Challenge? Hack Raspberry Pi's RP2350 for a $10K Bounty!

Test your hacking skills with Raspberry Pi's RP2350 security challenge. Win $10,000 by breaking into this secure microcontroller!
Why the Blues Starter Kit for LoRaWAN is Perfect for Long-Range IoT

Why the Blues Starter Kit for LoRaWAN is Perfect for Long-Range IoT

The Blues Starter Kit for LoRaWAN includes everything needed for long-range IoT projects with three development boards, notecards, and a preconfigured gateway.