ESP32-Powered Clock Brings Aviation Style To Your Desk
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Summary
An aviation-themed clock provides the opportunity to introduce an aviation design language into everyday life.
ESP32 microcontrollers are popular for clock builds as they can contact network time servers, meaning an accurate clock can be built without additional parts.
This particular clock has three 3D-printed gauges displaying hours, minutes and seconds, driven by NEMA17 stepper motors.
It also has an ATMEGA328 driving a 7-segment gauge, and a PIR sensor that shuts the clock down when not in use.
The one design flaw is the 24-hour format, favoured by aviators but not so practical for timepiece users.
