Neil’s rotating composter
A MAKE reader writes in – In a similar vein to the keg lathe you mentioned on your blog earlier in the week. Here’s a similar-looking contraption for making compost quickly – 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!
The Watercone
Interesting solar water desalinator, but not in production yet it seems… – The Watercone is a solar powered water desalinator that takes salt or brackish water and generates freshwater. It is simple to use, lightweight and mobile. The technology is simple in design and use and is discribed by simple pictograms. With max. 1,6 liters […]
Stellafane 2007 (photos)
Sean sent in some great pictures of the telescopes from the Stellafane 2007 competition… Link.
Bacon tomb
What happens when you seal up bacon (and an egg) in lexan? Click to find out… – [via] Link.
Plastic Bag Kite
Here’s another fun thing to make out of plastic bags, learn how you can make a plastic bag kite from wikihow. Link. Related: Plastic Bag Crafts – Link.
HOW TO – Make a solar thermal water heater for less than five dollars
TheNaib writes – This project will create a DIY solar hot water heater for less than five dollars (if you have access to a garbage dump). It will allow you to see the principles of solar water heating in action, and is highly customizable. Its a great way to learn about using the renewable energy […]
A/C unit keeps car cool
It’s hot out, it’s time for makers making things cool, in interesting ways… Scott Dawson, a civil engineering graduate from the University of Houston, decided after three years of driving around Houston without air conditioning in his car was long enough. So instead of spending $1,200 to fix the air conditioning on a car he […]