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#548 – The Last Line of Defense

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This week Chris and Dave discuss how to keep electronics dry by properly designing an enclosure. Also solar, weather events, patent trolls, outfitting labs, and more!

#441 – Motivational Speaker

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Chris and Dave recap KiCon, talk about the future of KiCad, discuss standing up new brands and trademarks and remark on the state of robotics.

#394 – Jeri Ellsworth and the demise of CastAR

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Jeri Ellsworth returns after a 4+ year hiatus on The Amp Hour to talk about the rise and fall of CastAR and how the company’s assets are fueling Jeri’s next enterprise.

#238 – Old Books, New Tricks – Iterant Inscription Irrationality

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Chris and Dave discuss the text book industry, silicon valley history, past guests, hard drives, new kickstarters, throwing designs over the wall and considerations when bringing up a $100K board.

#223 – Space Difficulties and Lost Heroes – Wanzing Workshop Whemmle

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This week we discuss the loss of some great people, tearing down thermal cameras, building hype, building Halloween costumes, building tools and building products.

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