Snoil – Snake game with Ferrofluid
Martin writes – “Snake game which is rendered on a Ferrofluid display. User controls the game by tilting the game box to make the snake change direction.” – Link.
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Build your own DVR
Adam’s DIY DVR guide on LifeHacker – “With all the potential controversy and uncertainty surrounding TiVo firmware upgrades, the time to build your own DVR has never been better. With your own DVR, you can get all the benefits of a TiVo and more without the recurring cost for subscription. This week, I’m going to […]
HOW TO – Rackmount your gear for cheap
Will’s DIY rackmount how-to on Engadget – “Our simple network rack is an easy project that can really clean up a home network installation. Just a few square feet of floor space now keeps our cable modem firewall, Ethernet switch, server, wireless AP, KVM, monitor, keyboard and UPS neatly tucked away — in a (decently […]
Recording Electroplankton
Here’s a little recording test using a Nintendo DS lite, Griffin PSP headphone splitter and the Japanese version of Electroplankton – click here to listen (MP3)….
Send some stuff to space…
Masten Space Systems is taking sub-orbital payload orders – “We have officially begun taking payload slot orders. Payloads are generally sold in 1 kilogram increments at $250 per kilo. For those that want a standardized form factor we are offering CanSat flights. A CanSat is the same size as a standard 12 oz soda can […]
Send some stuff to space…
Masten Space Systems is taking sub-orbital payload orders – “We have officially begun taking payload slot orders. Payloads are generally sold in 1 kilogram increments at $250 per kilo. For those that want a standardized form factor we are offering CanSat flights. A CanSat is the same size as a standard 12 oz soda can […]
Alka-Seltzer Rocket
Dan sent in this fun how-to on Steve Spangler Science on building an Alka-Seltzer rocket – “What happens when you have a build-up of gas? Don’t answer that question! The gas in question is carbon dioxide and the explosion is nothing short of fun. Warning: It’s impossible to do this activity just once. It is […]