Ira Flatow on Science Friday‘s program will feature “Exploring the Tech DIY of ‘Hackerspaces’” in the first hour. When the humble garage workshop just isn’t enough, or basement tinkerers tire of trying to go it alone, some turn to ‘hackerspaces,’ organizations that provide space, tools, and like-minded colleagues for unusual do it yourself projects. With […]
Want to renew your faith in humanity? Grab a slice of inspiration this weekend at the second Maker Faire New York, taking place September 17 and 18 at the New York Hall of Science in Queens. The amazing array of makers who will be present, each making a difference in their tiny corner of the […]
Here’s a simple little tutorial for decorating the lids of glass jars using spray paint and decals, from Dottie Angel. I love storing leftover food in glass jars. But when I lived with my sister, she would save pretty much EVERY glass jar that found its way into our kitchen, and then it was impossible […]
I just sat down with Pierce Nichols of Logos Electromechanical at the Open Hardware Summit to take a look at some of his kits and projects. He has been busy working on new versions of his Zigduino, among other shields and accessories, but what really caught my attention was his latest robot project. The bot […]
Put a bird on it? Or … Make it a bird! I’ve been having a lot of fun today looking through the portfolio of Spanish artist Valero Doval, whose Aerofauna make my imagination take flight.
Ever look around your home wondering what sewing project you could do to bring it up a notch? I totally do, and have a helpful list thanks to your-home Apartment Therapy. My favorite is this DIY spin on a ruffled shower curtain. Such a functional piece can be so beautiful!
Jeff over at Voltaic recently posted the first part of a five part tutorial on how solar chargers work. In this first tutorial, you’ll learn how to measure Open Circuit Voltage and Short Circuit Current. You’ll then move on to learn about measuring total power output, how to store power, how charge circuits protect the battery, and how to use stored power to charger a device. This is the perfect introduction to solar chargers for anyone interested in adding solar to their project.
