Show HN: BBRouter – Ben Eater's 8-bit computer, simulated on 3D breadboards

Category: devtools

Tags: circuit-simulation, breadboard, education, 3d, electronics

Score: 6.3/10 (Innovation: 6, Technical: 8, Documentation: 4, Utility: 5)

BBRouter is a web-based 3D breadboard simulator that recreates Ben Eater's 8-bit SAP-1 computer, allowing users to build, wire, and simulate circuits in a browser. It stands out for its realistic 3D visualization, schematic integration, and AI-assisted editing via MCP, making it a powerful tool for learning and prototyping digital electronics.

Target audience: electronics hobbyists, students, educators, and hardware engineers

Repository: https://bbrouter.com/bbrouter/ben-eater-sap-1

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