DIY science is the perfect way to use your creative skills and learn something new. With the right supplies, some determination, and a curious mind, you can create amazing experiments that open up a whole world of possibilities. At home-made laboratories or tech workshops, makers from all backgrounds can explore new ideas by finding ways to study their environment in novel ways – allowing them to make breathtaking discoveries!
Here in Tempe, AZ, we’re having a “Rotary River Rally,” or cardboard boat race. It’s never too late to register a boat, and it looks like so much fun. The pre-event boat show is today, and the regatta starts tomorrow morning. This is the 9th year they’re running this, so it makes me wonder how […]
Pummer pics, and brief vid, in the Make: Flickr Pool. Pummer gathering sun (3/4 right view) Related: HOW TO – Make a pummer – Part robotic plant life, part techno-sculpture Part robotic plant life, part techno-sculpture, these desktop toys are easy and fun to make, the pummer! – and hey, it’s Friday so here’s a […]
Incredible set of photos of a Ghostbusters Ecto-1 restoration / recreation for an upcoming video game via BoingBoing Gadgets.
Air-powered scooter leaves city centres cleaner via Gizmodo. An inventor has created what he claims is the world’s first motorcycle powered by fresh air. Jem Stansfield says his converted Puch moped produces cleaner air than found in many town and city centres and so can actually reduce pollution. “It actually fires out cleaner air,” said […]
This electric skateboard combines an off-the-shelf mountain board with a brake addition, a 300w scooter motor and two 12v batteries to power the ride. Pretty nice construction with a detailed how-to to boot! Electric Mountain Board [via]
This spaceship-esque “office unit” was constructed using discarded washing machines, refridgerators, and tires. Looks like a great set for an ultra low-budget scifi movie. Thanks go to Ric for the link! – MIELE SPACE SHIP MRS II
More fun with maglev (and LN2). Magnetic Levitation [Thanks, Patti!] Related: Make stuff float, with the magnetic levitation kit Superconducting Maglev train models Diamagnetic levitation on a jar lid
