Posted January 25, 2011 by Chris

Here’s a new project from bricogeek, the arduino powered BricoClock. The project write-up is in spanish, but the pictures and schematics make it clear how to build one yourself. LED power!

Posted January 24, 2011 by Chris

This robot called “LuminAR” shines a display on your desk and you can select it with your finger. This is registered the robot provides more options. It is seemingly like a having a sixth sense, but really its just advanced robotics at work to integrate into human lives.

Posted January 22, 2011 by Chris

This guy uses a cascade of hacking in order to build a wireless timing system for racing. He uses some hacked wireless radios to trigger a stop watch to start and stop. I think it could have been built in an easier way, but a neat solution to this problem.

Posted January 18, 2011 by Chris

Straight from the write-up: “The basic idea is when making a purchase with a credit or ATM card, the transaction information is automatically packaged and sent to a webserver where it can be logged in a database. A web interface would then allow consumers to log into their accounts and view their transactions online all in one place.” Take a look at how it is made.

Posted January 17, 2011 by Chris

Home security is very important if you have a family. If you can make that security powered by renewable energy then you will really have nothing to worry about, it will always be on. This project guides you through how you can build a system that doesn’t rely on the power companies. Take a look!

Posted January 15, 2011 by Chris

This ridiculous project was meant to duplicate the “Wayne Manor” secret entrance to the bat cave through a moving bookcase. The electronics are extremely straight forward, but it is somewhat laughable how it was built and how it works. Take a look for a short read and some pictures.

Posted January 13, 2011 by Chris

You read that correctly. The new york exit art gallery hosted this device that was powered and housed by house flys. A sensor detects movement inside the sphere and moves the device according to that movement. Kind of weird though isn’t it?

Posted January 6, 2011 by Chris

Here’s a brand new PyroElectro tutorial! In the world of motion control and robotics, the stepper motor is king. They are low-cost and offer precise movements! This tutorial takes you through the process of building a simple yet versatile stepper motor controller board. It uses sturdy terminal blocks for input and outputs.

Posted January 5, 2011 by Chris

This website takes a thorough look at shape manipulation through a human-computer interface with our hands. The movement is surprisingly fluid and fun to watch. The project write-up has some example vids and source code available for inspection.

Posted December 30, 2010 by Chris

We have all read the news stories about people seeing jesus and other saints faces on bread, danishes and on water damaged walls, now learn how to make your own! Using a laser engraver you can draw practically anything on your toast, so why not jesus? Read the project write-up to learn how.