WikiTronics
WikiTronics would primarily be a source of commonly used circurits and board layouts used in (ancient and modern) electronics.
Note: Please use the Talk:WikiTronics page for discussion and suggestions, however if you think something could be said better or have something to add feel free to edit this page as well.
Purpose
[edit]This would pose as a central source to collect and optimize commonly used boards and scematics for researchers and hobbyists.
Consistency/Conventions
[edit]Naming and display conventions would need to be set up in order to have a consistent database. Here are a few quick ideas, if you have any other suggestions please let me know.
Page Naming
[edit]A proper naming and categorization of the electronical circuits would be neccessary.
Page Layout
[edit]There should be some general information on what the setup does, how it does this and also include a part list (with some estimate total cost for assembly in time and money). Then a scematic would be needed and if possible some files to etch/drill boards.
Integration with Wikipedia
[edit]Currently Wikipedia does not seem to have much information on this particular topic. I'd suggest a seperated wiki-environment for this project.
- It sounds like a perfect addition to Wikibooks, to me. -- user:zanimum
Advanced
[edit]- This might even be a good place to collect special knowledge about PC hardware.
- Some basic tutoring articles would fit in as well (think: how to solder properly, SMD for starters, ...)
Illegal Activity
[edit]There might be problems with patents in some parts of the world. But basic setups should be common knowledge for people who are interested in electronics.