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!
MySoulWanders writes – “Insprired by the idea of the cookie dunking mug on this site. This cookie dunking cup is designed to be used simular to those disposable “push-pop” snacks. You can make this cup either out of plastic or metal parts and a couple of “o” rings.” – Link. I have a feeling someone […]
Masten Space Systems is taking sub-orbital payload orders – “We have officially begun taking payload slot orders. Payloads are generally sold in 1 kilogram increments at $250 per kilo. For those that want a standardized form factor we are offering CanSat flights. A CanSat is the same size as a standard 12 oz soda can […]
Chris sent in a link to the Venus Express orbit timeline and a paper craft version of the satellite you can make! – “Timeline of events during today’s Venus Orbit Insertion (VOI) manoeuvre, marking arrival of ESA’s Venus Express spacecraft at its destination. VOI is a series of telecommands, engine burns and manoeuvres designed to […]
Our pals over on Discovery have a write up about a little fly-inspired plane – “An ultralight autonomous aircraft that mimics the navigational abilities of a fly could one day become a real fly on the wall. The 10-gram microflyer, being developed by a team of researchers lead by Dario Floreano at the Swiss Federal […]
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.
Ulrich writes – “Unfortunately, even entry-level CCD cameras that are actually built for astro imaging are beyond the reach of many amateurs. I faced the same problem. A QuickCam, however, costs approximately $70 if bought in a store, much less if you are buying a used camera at a flea market or through online auction […]
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 […]
