Game of Life
Created by lady ada
Last updated on 2018-09-17 03:41:09 PM UTC
Guide Contents
Guide Contents
Overview
Blinky fun cellular automata
Introduction
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3
Make it!
Ready?
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4
Preparation
Prep
Tools
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Parts list
Bill of Material
Schematic
Optional parts
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Solder it!
Make it
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Connecting
Modularity
Older and Newer versions
Orientation
Method 1: Solder it
Method 2: Plug & Play
Make a cube!
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Use it!
User manual
Powering your kit from AA batteries or 3V DC power supply
Powering your kit from 9V batteries or a 9-12V DC power supply
Turning on/off
Resetting
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Download
Schematic and Layout
Firmware
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Buy Kit
Forums
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https://learn.adafruit.com/game-of-life
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Overview
Blinky fun cellular automata
Introduction
In 1970, John Conway came up with a 1-player game called
Game of Life
(https://adafru.it/c1W).
The Game of Life is a
mathematical game that simulates 'colonies' that grow or die based on how crowded or lonely they are and is known
for the way it creates a beautiful organic display out of randomness.
Here is a design for a simple electronic project that plays Conway's Game of Life. Make one kit and keep it on your
desk, or attach multiple kit modules together to create a large display.
Originally created by Dropout Design, this revision adds a few extra features. You can build the boards from the
schematic and open source firmware, or buy full kits from the
Adafruit
(https://adafru.it/c1Y)
or Make Magazine online
shops. The kit is very easy to make and an excellent first electronics project. It is perfect for workshops since at the
end everyone can
connect their completed module
(https://adafru.it/c1Z)
together.
Features:
Each kit displays a 4x4 grid (16 LEDs)
Connect as many kits as youd like, in any configuration, to create a larger game board.
Runs off of 2 AA batteries, but can be easily modified to run off of USB or wall-wart power.
On/Off button to save power, also for resetting the display.
Automatically resets if the colony has died or stagnated (regeneration).
Backwards compatible with older versions.
© Adafruit Industries
https://learn.adafruit.com/game-of-life
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Make it!
Ready?
1.
2.
3.
4.
This is a very easy kit to make, just go through each of these steps to build the kit:
Tools and preparation
(https://adafru.it/c20)
Check the parts list
(https://adafru.it/c21)
Assemble the kit
(https://adafru.it/c22)
Connect modules together
(https://adafru.it/c1Z)
© Adafruit Industries
https://learn.adafruit.com/game-of-life
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Preparation
Prep
Learn how to solder with tons of tutorials!
(https://adafru.it/aTk)
Don't forget to learn how to use your multimeter too!
(https://adafru.it/aOy)
Tools
There are a few tools that are required for assembly. None of these tools are included. If you don't have them, now
would be a good time to borrow or purchase them. They are very very handy whenever assembling/fixing/modifying
electronic devices! I provide links to buy them, but of course, you should get them wherever is most
convenient/inexpensive. Many of these parts are available in a place like Radio Shack or other (higher quality) DIY
electronics stores.
Soldering iron
Any entry level 'all-in-one' soldering iron that you might
find at your local hardware store should work. As with
most things in life, you get what you pay for.
Upgrading to a higher end soldering iron setup, like the
Hakko FX-888 that we stock in our
store
(http://adafru.it/180),
will make soldering fun and
easy.
Do not use a "ColdHeat" soldering iron! They are not
suitable for delicate electronics work and can damage
the kit (see
here
(https://adafru.it/aOo)).
Click here to buy our entry level adjustable 30W 110V
soldering iron
(http://adafru.it/180).
Click here to upgrade to a Genuine Hakko FX-888
adjustable temperature soldering
iron.
(http://adafru.it/303)
© Adafruit Industries
https://learn.adafruit.com/game-of-life
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