Labs

The Labs space is where I explore hardware devices and software systems, to uncover the mechanisms that make them tick. A place to pull apart devices, explore hidden capabilities, and map out the parts manufacturers never intended us to see or use.

Whether it’s a smart sensor, a consumer gadget, or an obscure embedded controller, the goal is to understand how and why it works, then push it somewhere new. A playground of sorts, to explore and learn.

I document the discoveries, the failures, and the breakthroughs so others can follow along or build on top of the work. The Labs aren’t about polished products — they’re about exploration, creativity, and the thrill of bending technology to your will.

Hanshow ESL

From a recent store closure, I gained access to a Hanshow ESL Controller and a handful of Nebulla shelf labels. Looking at ways I can control the labels without the rest of the Hanshow stack, including the "ESL Working" component.

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BM500 Bluetooth Battery Tester

The BM500 is a Chinese produced bluetooth battery tester for testing 12V, 24V and 48V batteries. Typically car, truck, motorbike and boat.

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