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About Me – Bobricius - The Creator

Hi, I'm "Bobricius", a hardware creator, engineer, and maker with a deep passion for DIY electronics, retro computing, and alternative communication devices. I love pushing the boundaries of what's possible with minimalist and compact hardware, often using the Raspberry Pi Pico and other microcontrollers as the foundation for my creations.

My projects range from handheld emulators of classic computers like the ZX Spectrum to cyberdecks, ultra-compact keyboards, off-grid communication devices, and unique PCB-based designs. I enjoy experimenting with low-power electronics, battery emulators, and even artistic circuit boards, proving that hardware can be both functional and visually striking. Many of my designs aim to revive the spirit of vintage computing while integrating modern technologies, making them accessible, efficient, and fun to use.

In addition to retro-inspired projects, I also focus on alternative power solutions, sustainable electronics, and devices for resilient communication in extreme conditions. My Armachat series, for example, explores off-grid messaging, while my PicoZX brings back the joy of classic gaming in a modern, handheld form. I enjoy working on projects that are not just innovative but also practical, whether it's a Raspberry Pi-powered cyberdeck, a low-power display system, or a DIY microcontroller-based calculator.

My work has been featured in many respected tech publications, including Hackaday, Tindie, Tom’s Hardware, MagPi, Hackster, Elektor Magazine, Retrododo, NexTech, Make Magazine, and many more. I've also been a finalist and winner in multiple hardware and design competitions, where my projects have been recognized for their creativity, efficiency, and uniqueness.

Below, you'll find a collection of articles and features covering my work over the years. These articles showcase the variety of projects I’ve worked on, from retro computing and alternative communication devices to experimental and artistic PCB designs. If you're into DIY electronics, retro gaming, and cutting-edge yet minimalist engineering, I hope my work will inspire you! 🚀

Articles and Features About My Work:
(The following is a list of articles written about my projects.)

 

 

 

1. https://magpi.raspberrypi.com/articles/picozx-handheld

2. https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/zx-spectrum-emulator/

3. https://retrododo.com/picozx-handheld-emulator/

4. blog.tindie.com/2023/12/low-profile-ortholinear-keyboard-pcb/

5. hackster.io/news/pajenicko-s-raspberry-pi-pico-powered-picopad-gets-its-first-fork-in-bobricius-pycoboy

6. hackaday.com/2023/06/21/a-pico-based-zx-spectrum-emulator/

7. hackster.io/news/peter-bobricius-misenko-s-picozx-lcd-is-the-handheld-sinclair-zx-spectrum-the-1980s-never-got

8. hackster.io/news/peter-bobricius-misenko-s-microsd-card-module-breaks-out-the-signals-and-hosts-an-xtx-xtsd-chip

9. hackster.io/news/peter-bobricius-misenko-shows-off-the-pyprca-an-rp2040-powered-python-programmable-calculator

10. gikme.pl/2023/04/15/retrovga-emulacja-komputerow-i-konsol-c64-atari-colecovision-zx/

11. hackster.io/news/peter-bobricius-misenko-s-cyberdetox-display-turns-the-raspberry-pi-400

12. nextech.sk/a/Raspberry-Pi-Pico--E2-80-93-obrazovy-vystup-a-emulator-ZX-Spectra

13. www.youtube.com/watch?v=B4ae5vD0yS0
    “Computador do fim do mundo” permite envio de mensagens sem internet

14. tomshardware.com/news/raspberry-pi-armachat-touch-picomputer

15. blog.tindie.com/2022/12/coin-cell-battery-emulator/

16. game-news24.com/2022/12/08/pi-pi-pico-powers-armachat-touch-doomsday-computer/

17. oneshortcut.space/tech/computador-do-fim-do-mundo

18. hackster.io/news/peter-bobricius-misenko-unveils-the-very-experimental-armachat-picomputer-touch

19. elektormagazine.com/news/tiny-crt-on-a-raspberry-pi-4

20. hackster.io/news/peter-bobricius-misenko-s-wizitouch-is-a-wi-fi-touch-panel-powered-by-wiznet-s-wireless-pico-clone-898cdbd118be

21. TheMagPi issue 122, page 38/39

22. hackster.io/news/bobricius-picotouch-hmi-is-a-raspberry-pi-pico-carrier-for-your-human-machine-interface-projects

23. hackaday.com/2022/06/10/odd-inputs-and-peculiar-peripherals-the-simplest-of-pi-400-cyberdecks/

24. https://blog.tindie.com/2022/06/planet-friendly-power-hackaday-prize-finalists/

25. hackster.io/news/peter-bobricius-misenko-s-armalamp-aims-to-brighten-up-those-dark-post-apocalypse-nights-3de7a86dd339

26. hackaday.com/2022/05/04/2022-hackaday-prize-armalamp-provides-light-no-matter-what/

27. hackaday.com/2022/02/23/coin-cell-eliminator-does-more-than-save-batteries/

28. nextech.sk/a/Raspberry-Pi-Pico--E2-80-93-emulator-retro-pocitacov-s-VGA-vystupom

29. tomshardware.com/news/raspberry-pi-pico-handheld-zx-spectrum-emulator

30. tomshardware.com/news/raspberry-pi-long-log-pcb

31. hackster.io/news/peter-misenko-s-retrovga-is-a-compact-raspberry-pi-pico-powered-retro-emulation-marvel

32. cnx-software.com/2021/10/26/usb-board-emulates-cr2032-or-cr2016-coin-cell-battery/

33. hackster.io/news/handy-device-emulates-a-cr2032-battery

34. blog.adafruit.com/a-pocket-size-vintage-computer-emulator-zxspectrun-c64-atari-vintage-computing-bobricius/

35. hackster.io/news/the-pocket-sized-picomputer-puts-classic-eight-bit-gaming-in-the-palm-of-your-hand

36. picomputer-raspberry-pi-pico-maly-linux-pc-minipc.html

37. picomputer-transforma-um-raspberry-pi-pico-em-computador

38. picomputer-zamieni-raspberry-pi-pico-w-miniaturowy-komputer

39. picomputer-raspberry-pi-pico-qwerty-keyboard-display-lora-module/

40. blog.tindie.com/2021/05/picomputer/

41. HackSpace magazine issue #43 - page 16 > TOP PROJECTS (Zepir)

42. hackster.io/news/peter-bobricius-misenko-shows-off-the-rp2040-powered-picomputer

43. korben.info/raspberry-pi-radio (French language)

44. seguridadprofesionalhoy.com/armachat-nano-dispositivo-de-comunicaciones-para-casos-de-desastres/ (Spanish language)

45. reviewgeek.com/survive-the-apocalypse-with-this-raspberry-pi-powered-doomsday-communicator/

46. tomshardware.com/news/doomsday-communicator-raspberry-pi-pico

47. hackster.io/news/peter-bobricius-misenko-teases-the-raspberry-pi-picomputer

48. Make: Magazine, Volume 76 - page 112 (Armachat)

49. www.eet-china.com ARMACHAT NANO (Chinese language)

50. armachat-nano-an-alternative-communications-device-for-catastrophes/

51. the-armachat-nano-racks-up-the-features-by-stacking-up-pcb-pieces

52. an-off-the-grid-instant-messaging-plattform/

53. Meet_The_Winners_of_PCBWay_3rd_PCB_Design_Contest

54. lora-im-me-for-the-end-of-the-world/ 

55. off-grid-wireless-communication-with-the-armachat/

56. mini-herna-konzola-uretro/ (Slovak language)

57. flashy-fashion-solar-flashing-red-led-jewelry/

58. a-cnc-designed-hacked-together-in-pajamas/

59. beam-me-up-to-the-pcb-space-ship/

60. soldering-your-own-soldering-iron/

61. Youtube - Pocket Legion - BOBRICIUS

62. Youtube - maker update #140 - about my PCB Star trek enterprise

63. pcgameshardware /Modell-der-Enterprise-aus-Platinen

64. heise.de/ Star-Trek-3D-Modell-der-USS-Enterprise-aus-Leiterplatten

65. blog.hackster.io/star-treks-uss-enterprise-in-three-dimensions-of-pcb-art

66. handheld-game-console-puts-processing-power-in-the-cartridge/

67. www.pcbway.com/blog/News/Winners_List_of_I_CAN_SOLDER_KIT_2019

68. meet-the-bootstrap-winners-of-the-2019-hackaday-prize/

69. habr.com/en/post/451298/ - about my Ledcade in russian language

70. habr.com/ru/post/451180/ - about my 2D motor in russian language

71. the-two-dimensional-stepper-motor/

72. mini-arcade-cabinet-made-out-of-a-pcb-accepts-coin-cells

73. insert-coin-cell-to-play-ledcade/

74. jumbo-leds-make-for-a-handy-attiny-beacon

75. ant-highway-is-like-an-exposed-stepper-motor-for-micro-cars

76. this-tiny-retro-handheld-console-stores-games-on-fake-sd-card-cartridges

77. habr.com/ru/post/448828/ - about my Tesla coil in russian language

78. heres-a-tesla-coil-you-can-wear/

79. circular-linear-motor-becomes-a-micro-motor-raceway/

80. 2d-linear-actuator-works-like-an-unrolled-stepper-motor

81. ufo-alien-led-learn-solder-kit-world/

82. spread-love-solar-powered-flashing-led-heart-earrings/

83. macrofab-design-contest-blink-an-led-mep-favorite/ (at 11:20)

84. less-is-more-a-micromatrix-display-in-a-square-inch/

85. energy-harvesting-design-doesnt-need-sleep/

86. hackaday-prize-2018-power-harvesting-challenge/

87. hackaday-prize-2018-robotics-module-winners/

88. coin-cell-battery-charger/

89. video-quick-bit-the-things-that-move-robots/

90. automatic-sunglasses-no-battery/

91. turning-tact-switches-into-keyboards/

92. smiling-robot-moves-without-wires/

93. a-brushless-motor-on-a-pcb-made-from-pcb/

94. its-a-nixie-its-a-vfd-no-its-a-custom-led-display-in-a-tube/

95. coin-cell-battery-charger/

96. hackaday-prize-entry-a-pcb-to-emulate-coin-cells/

97. energy-harvesting-wristwatch-uses-a-versatile-photodiode/

98. hackaday-prize-entry-mcxy-mini-laser-cut-aluminum-3d-printer/

99. hackaday-prize-entry-micro-matrix-charlieplexed-displays/

100. jean-luc-pycard-is-a-pocketable-python-development-platform/

101. building-beautiful-cell-phones-out-of-fr4/

102. diy-arduino-phone/

103. charliplexed-7-segment-display-takes-advantage-of-pcb-manufacturers/

104. this-arduino-console-has-64-bit-graphics/

105. beanduino-tiniest-arduino-compatible-ever/

106. check-out-this-10-picoduino-on-tindie/

107. retro-talking-calculator/

108. winxi-arduino-zero-compatible-stick/

109. 4-digit-charlieplexed-segment-display/

110. beanduino-another-hilariously-small-dev-board/

111. hackaday-prize-projects-available-tindie/