How-To: Make a “stroke sensor”
Instructables user Plusea brings us this cool tutorial on how to make a soft sensor that closes a circuit when it is petted or stroked.
Month: January 2010
Google files patent on Streetview billboard ad replacer
Google has just filed a patent application for a method to automagically detect billboards in Streetview-type imagery and replace them in real time with Google’s own dynamically-generated ads. It’s just a patent application at this point, so there’s no way of knowing if it’s actually going to happen yet. Still, an interesting idea. [via Gizmodo]
Tiny printable Dremel-powered lathe
While small lathes are of relatively limited value in my opinion, I’ve gotta give it up to Thingiverse user cathalgarvey for designing and uploading the parts to print this motor-tool-powered, printable micro-lathe. As always, would love to see some video!
How-To: Decoratively Twist Wire
Instructables user barefootbohemian shows us how to make perfect twisted wire for your art/jewelry using a screwdriver and cordless drill! I’ve seen a similar technique used in rope-making, too.
Synth + visuals controlled by light
Jakub’s Decaudion project uses Supercollider, Processing, & Arduino along with an array of photocells to create some elegantly simple interactivity. [via Arduino Forums]
Weekend Project: Personal Portable Heater
Keep warm this winter with an easy to make portable heater you can stick in your pocket, under your hat or anywhere for some extra heat. To download The Portable Heater video click here and subscribe in iTunes. Subscribe to MAKE Magazine for other great projects you can do over the weekend.
Chandelier from recycled eyeglasses
From designer Stuart Haygarth, these beautiful chandeliers made from recycled eyeglasses and/or eyeglass lenses.
