Tim Wicks sent me a bundle of images of some propane vehicles that he and a buddy built — a couple of campground runabouts that fold and stow below their RVs, and a propane-powered mini-bike. I asked Tim for some additional details but have yet to hear back. I wanted to get this post up […]
The micromouse competition might not be anything new, but I’m constantly amazed by the awesome performance that competitors manage to squeeze out of these tiny bots. Shown above is, it appears, the Bee robot by Japanese builder Kato-san. [via iheartrobotics] More: Breaking the 5 second Micromouse barrier (Video) 2006 APEC Micromouse competition
By way of Paul Overton and DudeCraft comes this oldie but goodie, a simple but natty cycling cap you can sew yourself. Panda Face’s Cycling Cap
In this third and final installment of our corset-making series, Alaina Zulli walks us through the hardware and finishing of a corset. Check back at Part 1 and Part 2 to get started! — Becky Stern
Solar & astrophysics test engineer Hank Hancock saw a comment on our Mini-Trebuchet post about how to improve the throw distance, and put up his hand to try it out. We sent him a kit, he’ll be building and documenting the before-and-after effects of adding wheels to the design.
The RUB Chopper, made by Orange County Chopper, for RUB in NYC. We hope our readers in the States are having a wonderful day with family and friends, celebrating Memorial Day (and thinking about all of those who’ve come before us and made our lives possible through their sacrifices). If you’re doing some chillin’ and […]
Hope you are enjoying the wonderful Memorial Day holiday! Whether you are ready for an outdoor barbecue or a simple get-together with friends, try Brookelynn’s recipe for a refreshing Elder Scottish Rose Cocktail.
