While quadrotors are a popular topic here at MAKE, Lockheed Martin is taking things in the other direction with Samarai, their proof-of-concept monocoptor. The design is inspired by a maple seed, often called a “whirlybird” for the way it falls from the tree, rotating as it slowly floats towards the earth. Lockheed’s prototype is 10 […]
Check out this sleek ceramic acoustic horn for the iPhone from Milanese designers en&is. Perched on its Italian walnut base, the passive amp belts out a tune while actively looking every bit the part.
Highlights from the Flickr pool this week include a striking Yoda head (printed in neon green, it is), some great sci-fi prop armor, and the most beautifully painted set of rocks I’ve ever seen. Check it out!
I know this galaxy playdough recipe from Fairy Dust Teaching is geared for kids, but the space geek in me wants to make a batch to play with myself! [via Heather Mann on Pinterest]
Here are some cool things we saw in the CRAFT Flickr Pool this week: Ludo, Friend? by loveandasandwich iPad 2 or iPad 1 Sleeve with Outside Pocket, by belvidesigns The Entire Litter, by helenpriem Aqua Laughing Cat Tumbler, by breadnbadger Flower and Buds Necklace/Belt, by creativebumblebee
This project uses ultrasonic sensors connected to an Arduino Pro and servos that nudge the wearer when an obstruction is detected. It’s wrist mounted and senses objects from about 1 inch (2 cm) to 10 feet (3.5m). It has generally fast response time (fractions of a second) to quickly navigate complex environments. It’s designed to […]
What do you give the seamster who has everything? Custom pins, of course! Kimanh at scissors.paper.wok. shows you how to use shrink plastic to create pins that match your favorite colors and designs.
