A tribute to the 555 timer and Hans Caminzind, which turns 55 years old this year. Released on May the 5th, International 555 Timer Day at 5:55pm with a length of 5:55
And Dave demonstrates blowing out the birthday candle with his 555 Killer One Shot circuit.

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https://spectrum.ieee.org/chip-hall-of-fame-signetics-ne555
https://www.righto.com/2016/02/555-timer-teardown-inside-worlds-most.html
http://www.historyofelectronics.com/Much-Ado-About-Almost-Nothing.pdf

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