I crafted an automated vending machine using an Altera DE0 FPGA board, complete with SoPC and Nios II CPU magic. It’s like a mini convenience store with simple controls and a retro vibe, dispensing drinks with a touch of tech brilliance
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I crafted an automated vending machine using an Altera DE0 FPGA board, complete with SoPC and Nios II CPU magic. It’s like a mini convenience store with simple controls and a retro vibe, dispensing drinks with a touch of tech brilliance
I share how I spiced up learning VHDL by programming a DC motor to hold a specific angle using an Altera DE0 Nano board, creating a playful yet complex system of control and feedback with a PID controller​