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Awesome Orb Project Uses ESP32 for Open-Source Flight Tracking

Zion Brock's project, "The Orb," integrates 3D printing, open source software and the WaveShare ESP32 display to create a modular device with practical features. Inspired by multifunctional watches, it offers real-time flight tracking, a customizable clock and a settings menu.

Awesome Orb Project Uses ESP32 for Open-Source Flight Tracking

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Zion Brock's project, "The Orb," integrates 3D printing, open source software and the WaveShare ESP32 display to create a modular device with practical features.

Inspired by multifunctional watches, it offers real-time flight tracking, a customizable clock and a settings menu.

The design emphasizes ease of use with snap-fit assembly, concealed USB ports and a tactile […]

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Zion Brock's project, "The Orb," integrates 3D printing, open source software and the WaveShare ESP32 display to create a modular device with practical features. Inspired by multifunctional watches, it offers real-time flight tracking, a customizable clock and a settings menu. The design emphasizes ease of use with snap-fit assembly, concealed USB ports and a tactile […]

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