

Ep 239: Overclocking, Oscilloscopes, and Oh No! SMD Out of Stock!
Oct 6, 2023
The hosts discuss the Raspberry Pi 5, CNC soldering, signal processing, and plasma cutting. They also mention Halloween projects and OpenSCAD improvements. The podcast explores overclocking microprocessors, converting an HF torch, and using inexpensive oscilloscopes. They delve into topics like Google's augmented reality microscope, chip shortage engineering, and misusing DIP packages.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Analysis of Old Floppy Drive Recording and Data Storage Format
03:26 • 3min
Overclocking and Underclocking Microprocessors
06:25 • 25min
Converting an HF Torch into a Pilot Arc Torch
31:18 • 14min
Discussion on Building a CPU, Halloween Hackfest, OpenSCAD Rendering, and Inexpensive Oscilloscopes
44:49 • 4min
Google's Augmented Reality Microscope and Mask Programmed ROM from the 1970s
48:46 • 2min
Chip Shortage Engineering and Misusing Dip Packages
50:58 • 12min
Closing Thoughts and Invitation to Share Cool Projects
01:02:31 • 5min