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Build the Wooden Keycap
In this blog post, we are going to build the wooden keycap! Review possible approachesYou probably already familiar with a mechanical keycap. It is usually a thin, box shaped but with curves. On the backside, it has a cross shaped connector to fit the key switch slot. There are several possible ways to build it, with wood: Carve the front side and the back side of keycap manually Carve the back side with a 2D CNC cutter and the front side of keycap manually Carve both side with a 3D CNC machine Carve the front side with a 3D CNC cutter and 3D print the cross shaped connector part, then glue the connector to the backside of the keyboard.
December 30, 2023
Draw 61 Key Schematic
In this blog post, we’re going to draw the circuit schematic of 61-key variant of Carpenter Tau keyboard. we will take into consideration that the microcontroller circuit can also be applied to the 87-key and 104-key models, ensuring that we allocate enough GPIO ports and maintain the circuit’s reusability. Before we startTo begin with, it is essential to select a reliable EDA software that allows us to create accurate circuit schematics.
December 7, 2023
Pickup a Suitable Microcontroller to power Carpenter Tau Keyboard
In this blog post, we’re going to research and figure out a suitable microcontroller to power Carpenter Tau Keyboard. Since we’re building a tri-mode keyboard, it would be best to have a SoC that integrates bluetooth and raw 2.4GHz RF protocol. Otherwise, we can find a generic MCU and a dedicate RF chip for handling bluetooth and 2.4GHz. Suprisingly there isn’t many options on the market. Many famous bluetooth chips, such as ESP8266, doesn’t have low level access to raw 2.
December 6, 2023
Build Parametric 3d Model of Carpenter Tau Keyboard
In this blog post, we will be constructing the complete 3D model of a keyboard. While we won’t delve into all the intricate details necessary for production, we will provide you with the final 3D model in STP format. This will give you a good overview of the keyboard’s appearance. When it comes time for production, we will revisit this topic and provide a step-by-step guide to help you accurately build a keyboard that can be manufactured.
November 26, 2023
Crafting Cool: Unveil the Carpenter Tau Keyboard Project!
There is a wide range of high-quality mechanical keyboards available that offer an exceptional typing experience. Personally, I have a particular fondness for keyboards made from carved wood. However, there is a drawback when it comes to the software and connectivity options that these keyboards provide. None of them offer all three features: open source capability, Tri-mode connectivity, and programmability. To address this issue, I took the initiative to create a prototype keyboard that combines the elegance of wood, Tri-mode connectivity, and plan to open source it as I continue enhance the programmable software aspect.
November 24, 2023