This Week in Making: Autonomous Boats and Wheelchairs for Toddlers
This past week we were inspired by an autonomous boat making its way across the ocean and a baby who is learning to roll instead of walk.
Drones & Vehicles
This Glowing Pony Bike Can Reach 20 MPH for Extra Fast Whimsy
What started as a straightforward drill bike has turned into an elaborate glowing, art bike shaped like a pony made by artist Scott Blake.
Volkswagen Security Problems: Arduino Hack Reveals RFID Vulnerability
A team of researchers were able to unlock and start the ignition of Volkswagen cars with just $40 of electronic components.
Did a Solar-Powered Autonomous Boat Just Cross the Pacific Ocean?
Damon McMillan built a robotic boat. Not just any robotic boat. This one is sailing across the world’s oceans. And it’s just simple and elegant enough to work.
Maker Spotlight: Blue Martin
When she’s not refereeing roller derby or caring for her pet pigs, Blue Martin can be found whizzing around a racetrack in a tiny electric waffle.
This Solar-Powered Rover Takes Voice Commands from a Pebble Smartwatch
Solar Power? Check. Pebble watch app and controls? Check-check. Voice Control? Check. Knight Rider theme music? Check!
9 Key Skills to Fly Drones Like a Pro
Here are the 9 basic flying skills you’ll need to master your drone for precisely controlled flights or graceful aerial photography.
