Wired has a round up of impressive uses of LEDs in architecture, pictured here the Crown Fountains at Chicago’s Millennium Park – “Light-emitting diodes, or LEDs, are reinventing the look and feel of skylines, bridges, facades and other architectural surfaces around the globe. The light bulb is being unscrewed by energy-efficient LEDs that are both […]
Here’s how to make your own kaleidoscope from Popular Science, 1944 – Link.
Here’s Jay’s general purpose robot platform made from a Power Wheels Jeep – Link.
Sijosae’s DIY amp gallery, over 70! [via] – Thanks Simon! Link. Related: Want to make your own? Mint-Tin Amp – Pocket amplifier punches up headphones. MAKE 04 – Page 131 (log in).
Tetranitrate writes – “This project describes how to build a simple, safe, and reliable electronic detonator. All the parts should total under 25$, and all but one of the parts can be bought at radio shack. This detonator includes numerous safety features such as a detachable power supply, an ARM switch, and an indicator light.” […]
Hack124x768 writes – “A $2 DIY replacement of an $8 radio shack toy. Listen to music in bed without uncomfortable headphones! Free mints too!” – Link.
Erik writes – “Bernard took me to see Stephan, an auto mechanic who is a master of fixing things with very few tools or supplies. Stephan is truly amazing, an example of an African who uses his ingenuity to solve problems that would seem insurmountable to others. One of the things Stephan has done, is […]
