Xbox “Mini” Casemod
Nice modding of a first-gen Xbox into an “Xbox Mini.” In the foreground of the mobo (in front of the cooling fans) can be seen the builder’s custom PSU (power supply unit). Gorgeous case. Introducing Xbox Mini – [via] Link
Fun & Games
The latest DIY ideas, techniques and tools for bikes, rockets, R/C vehicles, toys and other diversions.
Homemade jet engine
Hmmm. Beer and garage-built jet engines. Is it just me or does this look like an accident waiting to happen? That is one angry motor. BTW: There are dozens of similar engines on YouTube. Search on “homemade jet engines.” Few of them look quite this… dramatic. Beer+old turbo=home made jet engine – [via] Link Related: […]
Breaking down and repacking a 36V battery pack
SLK Electronics has a piece on their site about breaking down a DeWalt 36V A123 high-power Li-ion batteries to make your own battery configurations. This (and several other related articles on the site) is gear towards electric model planes, but is obviously applicable to any application. Dissecting DeWalt 36V Packs (A123 Systems) – [via] Link […]
Transmitter/receiver/camera system for rocketry
BoosterVision is selling a 1-watt transmitter/receiver and CCD camera system for high-power rocketry. Not bad for $280. An included 12db Radome RX antenna increases range up to 15,000 feet. One Watt Hi-Power Transmitter / Hi-Gain Antenna System – [via] Link Related: Model, sport rocketry reference source – Link Estes educator – Free resources for model […]
Drill bike
This is an awesome drill powered kid’s bike! Thanks John! Link.
Wiimote as “firefighting” robot
A “firefighting” robot which uses the Wiimote as the controller talking to a desktop Linux machine over Bluetooth. Wiimote controlled firefighting robot – Link Related: Wiimote as car accelerometer – Link Wii Loop Machine – Wiimote Beats – Link Wiimote controlled robot arm – Link
The Matrix goggles
Russian artists made these goggles that filter the image so it looks like you’re in the Matrix, neat (watch the video for more)… – Link.
