SMT007 Magazine

AUGUST 2023 I SMT007 MAGAZINE 39 and outputs), networking (USB, Wi-Fi, Ether- net), size, and low cost. Challenges for Electronics Manufacturers e challenge for using these technologies for digitization is in picking a suitable individ- ual who has the proper background, then edu- cating them in these specifics. To learn programming languages, (Python and JavaScript) the easiest and fastest way is to use BBC's micro:bit computer. It was designed for seventh graders; it has the most complete Figure 3: Various data acquisition devices and their cost. Figure 4: Microcomputers and controllers abound and are ideal for DAQ and data analysis/control/predictions.

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