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Orbotix’s Ollie Rolls into the Maker Shed

Orbotix’s Ollie Rolls into the Maker Shed

Orbotix’s popular Sphero rolling robot has a new friend. Ollie was launched last fall and we’re happy to now have it in the Shed. You may be wondering what the differences are between Sphero and Ollie. Let’s take a closer look. The first-of-it’s-kind Sphero trumped many of the Bluetooth-enabled robots out there, taking gaming and action to a new […]

Embroidered Light-Up Valentine with Circuit Stickers

Embroidered Light-Up Valentine with Circuit Stickers

    What better way to show your love this Valentine’s Day than with embroidery and electricity! In this tutorial you’ll get to use up some of your scrap fabrics, embroider your own personal message, and add some sparkle using light-up LED Circuit Stickers. The electronic part is quick and easy — no soldering is […]

Video: Teenage NASA Employee Creates Mind-Control Bionic Arm

Video: Teenage NASA Employee Creates Mind-Control Bionic Arm

It’s always great to hear about young people doing good things for humanity. Easton LaChappelle not only blows my mind but is a huge inspiration. The 19 year old recently accepted a job with NASA after creating a 3D printed prosthetic arm that is controlled by your mind. LaChappelle become interested in robotics and technology at age 14. (Yes, you’re reading […]