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!
Wow – Here’s a rad turbine engine go-kart on eBay – This kart is the result of several thousands of pounds and many, many man hours of work and was designed, constructed and operated by a qualified aircraft engineer. Fitted with a MILITARY spec JFS-100 jet engine normally used as a jet fuel starter for […]
Memepunks on the war on science… In an attempt to curb the production of crystal meth, more than 30 states have now outlawed or require registration for common lab equipment. In Texas, you need to register the purchase of Erlenmeyer flasks or three-necked beakers. The same state where I do not have to register a […]
Here’s an old timey kid chariot you can make – Link.
Ryan writes – You guys ran a story on the Plymouth buried in the time capsule in Tulsa back in January (in the MAKE:blog). Just thought I would let you know they have been doing dry runs on pulling out the car this week and have found that the capsule has a couple feet of […]
John sent in this fun video of a turbine engine powered minibike, zooooooooom!
Treehugger has a great story about artist Anna Roebuck who makes jewelry from plastic shopping bags. From the article: The bags and other materials are collaged together, using heat to bond them. Each piece is built up in layers, gradually creating an intricate design. They are then formed in to different shapes, using specialist tooling. […]
Another story about the man coming down on DIY biodiesel’ers, why do these gas saving criminals hate America so much? – Bob Teixeira decided it was time to take a stand against U.S. dependence on foreign oil. So last fall the Charlotte musician and guitar instructor spent $1,200 to convert his 1981 diesel Mercedes to […]
