Hardware Design of the OHMC2022 Rockling & Swag Badge and OHMC Close

Explore the hardware design process of the OHMC2022 Rockling & Swag Badge and OHMC close in this humorous and self-deprecating 30-minute conference talk from linux.conf.au. Dive into the speaker's unconventional approach to engineering, covering topics such as electromagnetism, FPGAs, and KiCAD. Learn about the design philosophy, functional blocks, and challenges faced during the creation of these badges. Discover insights on antenna design, power sequencing, and PCB layout. Gain a unique perspective on hardware development through this entertaining presentation that blends technical knowledge with witty commentary on the engineering process.

Intro
Professional Consulting
Party Button
Swag Badge
Design Notes
Rockling Badge
Schematic
Design Philosophy
FPGA
Stealing
Audio Block
Amplifier Block
Testing
Power Block
Power sequencing
PCB design
Functional blocks
Design principles
Interactive Board Tool
Antennas
Antenna Prop
Antenna Ideas
Extension Lead
Graphical Schematic Capture
Whats missing
Call to Arms
Conclusion
Failure rate