HOW TO – Make a laser incidence meter
Petercd has an Instructable on using a 1mW laser pointer as a laser incidence meter – (used for testing the trueness of an aircraft wing). Link.
Energy & Sustainability
If you’re a maker just starting out your journey in sustainability, it can be overwhelming to figure out how to get started. From understanding the types of materials to utilize, learning what steps will help reduce waste and emissions, and finding inspiring new ways to explore creativity that don’t have a negative environmental impact. The good news is there are plenty of resources available for DIYers looking for ways to make their projects more sustainable – from simple switches you can make today, big-picture ideas for longterm change, or exciting new ways makers are helping push sustainability into the future. In these blog posts we’ll look at tips tricks and ideas specifically tailored towards diyers and makers on the road to creating projects with greater eco consciousness so that not only will you create something beautiful but also respect its impact on our planet!
Wheelchair can’t keep couple from cycling
Jerry writes – “Great article about a maker who invented a tandem bicycle-wheelchair, so he could wheel with his partner! Amazing story!” – Link. Pictured here, A WHEEL-CYCLE BUILT FOR TWO: Judy Norbury and Ross Hunt enjoy a spin in their recumbent bicycle-wheelchair cross that lets Ross pull Judy around with pedal or electric power […]
Homemade Star Wars Landspeeder you can drive
Wow, this auction started and ended before I could even post it, and I see why – “This running replica of the Star Wars Landspeeder was built by a professional movie and concept car builder. It is based on a 1988 Ford Escort donor. This was actually licensed in California and I has driven it […]
Sekret stealth electric bicycle
Frank writes – “Semi-custom stealth kit for Electric Bicycles in backward regions (Still not legal in Ontario…) Lower Center of gravity via Batteries in Saddle Bags, and active cooling on the controller…” – Link.
Make your own airplane for $7,000
Looks like you can build your own plane for around $7k, the plans on the site are $24 – “The Affordaplane offers many things other ultralights do not. The fuselage is unique in the industry, utilizing square tubing, the same as gyrocopters have used for thousands of trouble free hours in the air. The Affordaplane […]
Propellor bicycle
Today we had a bit about monowheels, so here’s another type of cycle, a propellor bicycle that’s not quite working yet, but that’s ok, it’s the propellor-bicycle thought that counts – photos & video. Related: Flying Bikes… – Link.
The history of Monowheels
Douglas writes – “A monowheel (or motorwheel) is one big wheel with rider and engine (if any) INSIDE its circumference. It is not to be confused with a unicycle, which has the rider above the wheel. You’ll see what I mean. (Sometimes the word “motorwheel” refers to just a wheel with an engine built into […]
