Multi-Timer Gizmo
14 days ago
- #RaspberryPi
- #Time Management
- #DIY Electronics
- Dave Gauer built a 'multitimer' in 2021 using a RaspberryPi Pico, featuring three distinct microcontrollers.
- Inspired by an academic using multiple clocks for tracking commitments, the author explored creating a similar system with battery-powered alarm clocks.
- Initial attempts involved modifying a cheap alarm clock by adding a toggle switch, but this led to losing some functionalities like the alarm.
- A simpler solution was found using a 'battery eliminator' to toggle power externally without opening the clock.
- The project expanded to controlling multiple clocks with a panel of switches, though the setup was amateurish.
- The author reflected on the joy of tinkering, reminiscent of childhood experiences taking apart electronics.
- The analog timers are seen as useful for gross time estimates rather than precise tracking.
- The project resulted in leftover electronics gear, marking the beginning of a small home electronics shop.