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    simple analog to digital via USB

    Hi All; I need to build or purchase (pre-built preferred) a device that can measure the physical location of the rudder on my boat and make this information available via a USB connection on my laptop. The purpose here is to enhance a home built auto helm. I can build the mechanics no problem...
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    Generator question

    Hi All; Not sure if this is the right place for this question but hope that someone may have some info. I need a generator on my boat and don't have room for a standard generator. (120V AC) I have an old gas generator and everything works except for the gas engine. I thought I might be able...
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    Electronic Compass - Help Needed

    Hi All; I'm working on a navigation system and need to patch my laptop to an electronic compass. I prefer to use the serial port if possible, but USB is ok too. It will be communicated with a sw program on my laptop through the com port. I'm hoping to find a USB or serial rs232 read digital...
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    Auto-Helm for Boat Design Help Needed

    Hi All; I'd like to design an Auto-Helm for our boat. What it would do is take a reading from a GPS chip and send a signal to a motor controller to adjust the position of the helm to stay on course. The input would simply be to mark the current direction as the required heading. So...
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