In the heyday of analog computing, Vladimir Lukyanov designed an advanced computer that used water as the storage media. Various tubes, tanks, valves, pumps and sluices churned out solutions for the user based on variables such as changing tax rates or increasing money supply. From the Russian magazine Science and Life:
By Olivia DeMirjian Photos by Susan Sheridan Over the summer, I went to art class with my mom, who is an artist. Her art teacher showed me a project that really interested me – colorful bracelets made out of paper and glue. She showed me how to cut and roll the paper to create a […]
The Core77 Design Awards are back for a second year.
I’ve seen loads of balloon-and-yarn projects in craft blogland, but this one from Michele Made Me has a new twist … literally. See how she uses a balloon animal approach to making this simple and beautiful yarn heart wreath. [via @SisterDiane]
Reportedly, fully 20 percent—some 200 million—of the world’s mobile devices incorporate a clear cover made of Corning’s Gorilla Glass brand toughened aluminosilicate glass. Depending on the particular test used to make the determination, Gorilla Glass is seven or eight times stronger than the common soda-lime glasses used, for instance, in most windowpanes.
This rainbow fudge recipe from Rock UR Party, the TableSpoon blog, would certainly make a tasty, eye-catching addition to a party table! True to my picky kid roots, I’m pretty sure I’d eat it one color layer at a time. Fair warning: You’ll have to take a few moments to sign up to become a […]
This video featuring Alasadair Allen, author of iOS Sensor Apps with Arduino, is a wonderful demonstration of what’s possible using the Maker Shed’s RedPark Breakout Pack for Arduino and iOS.
