The NAR’s worst nightmare
Another one for the “Don’t Put Your Eye Out” file, a copper-hosed rocket motor made out of granulated sugar, honey, potassium nitrate, and water. Kids? Don’t make me say it… Two Dollar Rocket Motor – Link
Science
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!
Planetarium projectors
Amazing collection of planetarium projectors @ oobject – [via] Link. Related: Illustrated Guide to Astronomical Wonders by Robert & Barbara Thompson – Link.
Dirt-E conversion
FrankG writes in – True “Make Material”!!! in this section on the Dirt-E Bike, a $35 Chinese motor controller is hacked to either 60V or 72V at 25A, 40A or 100Amps. Schematics, PCB Layout and assembly instructions (open source). Kawasaki KE-175 Dirt-E Conversion to Electric – Part 2 (YK42-x tender) – Link & part one.
Dekochari art bikes
I seem to have missed this in Japan, the video is excellent! Pink Tentacle writes – For decades in Japan, dekochari (deko means “decoration†and chari means “bicycleâ€) have been the ride of choice for hardcore dekotora fans that are too young to drive. Modeled after Japan’s celebrated art trucks, dekochari typically feature large front […]
Ticklish plant kit
Here’s a fun plant kit, a ticklish plant! The TickleMe Plant has also been called the “Shy Plant”, “Humble Plant”, “Sleeping Grass”, “Touch-Me-Not”, “Sensitive Plant” and “Modest Princess.” Mimosa pudica is its scientific name, seed packs start at $4.95 … – Link.
DIY particle accelerator
Athousandleaves posted up a link to a DIY particle accelerator – A HOME-MADE ACCELERATOR Can Altineller Kadikoy Anadolu Lisesi, Dr. Esat Isık Cad., Moda, Istanbul, Turkiye The topic discussed within this paper is a construction of an accelerator with amateur gadgets. The aim was the understanding of the research capabilities of such device. Nearly all […]
$5 Motorcycle camera mount
Quick and easy $5 motorcycle camera mount – Link. Related: Bicycam – A simple camera mount for bikes – Link. HOW TO – Make a cheap $5 camera handlebar mount – Link. HOW TO – Build a bicycle camera mount – Link.