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In this ‘Sneaky Gadgets’ segment, Cy Tymony demonstrates some innovative and sometimes stealthy uses for magnets. Tired of zippers and buttons? Make like Cy, and insert magnets into your clothing as an E-Z fastener. This prolific Los Angeles-based author and Maker also offers other accessible projects that are great to try with young makers; check out Cy at http://www.sneakyuses.com/.
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Want to see the world from a decidedly different point of view? Join John Park as he makes a Sky Eye / Polecam. This pole-mounted camera is fashioned from servo motors, a digital camera, and a standard remote control. John took it to the zoo to snap some sky-high shots; where will you take yours?
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Jake Von Slatt invites us into the alternate universe of Steampunk. As leading figures in the Boston arts community, members of Steampunk combine the power of modern technology with the grace and intricacy of Victorian design. Plus, watch the story of steam power, from the first crude water pump to a bionic arm. Watch the clip, and visit steampunkworkshop.com.
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Maker Channel 102 Veggies, Swashbot, Latte Printer and Urban Camo
Veggie Flute – Junji Koyama makes beautiful music with carrots, peppers and broccoli.
Swashbot – I-Wei Huang shows off his cool crab-like remote control robots.
Latte Art Printer – Oleksiy Pikalo programs his printer to etch intricate designs in a lattes froth.
[Trouble Maker] Urban Camouflage – Todd Lappin disguises a personal vehicle to look like a commercial vehicle to “legally” park in loading zones.
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In this ‘Hidden Treasures’ segment, Mister Jalopy urges makers to go big or go home. Marrying the powerful technology of the MP3 player with the old-time elegance of the stereo cabinet, he creates a giant iPod.
Make: television presents:
Smash Bat – Walter Kitundu and Luigi Anzivino rig a baseball bat to flash photos at the exact moment of impact with some leftover fruit.
I Eat Beats – Kyle McDonalds drum synthesizer played with Skittles.
Tennis Ball Launcher – Daniel Bauens pedal- powered tennis ball launcher built from two recycled bicycles.
[Trouble Maker] Evil Mouse – Joe Bowers hacks into a mouse that causes the cursor to misbehave when moved.
Visit SparkLab founder and designer Syuzi Pakhchyan, a maker who explores the new frontier of high tech and fashion with her space age handiwork. Syuzi attaches LEDs and audio recording devices to clothing to craft unique sound and light wearables. Then see the very first maker of electric fashion.
Learn more about Syuzi Pakhchyan at http://www.sparklab.la
