Hack the Track
Move over Formula 1, the Power Racing Series is in town.
Year: 2013
Made on Earth: Honey I Shrunk the Maker
“Arduino is going to be really big at Maker Faire this year.” As these words rang in MAKE editor John Edgar Park’s ears, the thought occurred to him that he could make Arduino even bigger — literally. MAKE Volume 33 features our special Software for Makers section covering apps for circuit board design, 3D design […]
Made on Earth: Sing With the Wind
The Aeolus acoustic wind pavilion, named for the ancient Greek ruler of the winds, could be described as a sculpture, a giant aeolian harp, an optical pavilion, and even an important artwork. Considering its genesis, perhaps it would be more accurate to call it a temple to the senses. MAKE Volume 33 features our special […]
Going Pro
Makers are turning their hand-soldered prototypes into real consumer electronics.
Learning to Build a Bot
Friends Ben, Kendra, and Monsieur Tux the cat tackle the Rovera Robot.
Made on Earth: Pyrotechnic Pillars
Imagine a helicopter exploding and falling up, and you’ll get the basic idea of a girandola, an arcane type of firework. A girandola is a whirling, spark-spitting fountain of burning chemicals, paper, and bamboo that rises as much as 100 feet into the air. MAKE Volume 33 features our special Software for Makers section covering […]
Made on Earth: Made of America
Back in the old days, pioneers traveled with round cast iron skillets. You could make round pancakes, round eggs, and throw some rectangular strips of bacon on the side. But today, thanks to Alisa Toninato of FeLion Studios, you can cook a quiche in the shape of your home state. MAKE Volume 33 features our […]
