AutoProber: Open-source AI hardware system automates electronic component probing

AutoProber represents a source-available hardware automation stack designed for electronic component analysis. The system integrates a GRBL-compatible 3018-style CNC controller with a USB microscope and Siglent oscilloscope for safety monitoring. Developed by Jon 'GainSec' Gaines, the project enables automated target identification, frame stitching, and pin probing through a web dashboard interface. Hardware requirements include a SainSmart Genmitsu 3018-PROVer V2 CNC machine, optical endstop, and 3D-printed toolhead components. Safety protocols mandate continuous monitoring of oscilloscope Channel 4 during all motion operations. The software architecture employs Flask for dashboard functionality on port 5000, with Python control scripts managing hardware coordination. Current limitations require manual measurement of microscope-to-probe offsets before operational use. Licensing follows the PolyForm Noncommercial License 1.0.0, with commercial applications requiring separate agreements. Documentation emphasizes controlled lab environments and authorized testing permissions for all hardware applications.