Supes writes – “I made this as a quick project I made to use a lot of the LEDs I recently got. It basically connects via a 555 8 pin IC and allows for adjusting the time between the flashings by changing the resistor or capacitor values. It provides for a cool looking effect in […]
MadOverlord writes – “Noticed you had a link to the BrightSaber POV in combat robot project. Just wanted to give you a heads up that as of this morning, not only do I have scrolling and RPM displays working, but it’s now embedded in the actual waterjet-cut demonstration blade. The final setup will have two […]
Pillowcase writes – “For those who like WiFi and/or wardriving – I found a sweet rig inside an old linksys router that is a PC Card WiFi adaptor, a couple pigtails and the antennas for it – all for $5 or whatever you can find the router for… Usually just pigtail cables cost $30+ each” […]
Here’s an updated version of the old Motorola brick phone – if you’re looking for a no-frills phone with the style of the late 80’s, this might be it. I bet there’s enough room in the case to jam in an extra battery or two and it could potentially last for weeks – [via] – […]
Here’s how to make a RC car from a couple old 10$ cordless screwdrivers, from I Make Projects – ” This is a radio-controlled vehicle made from two cheap, cordless power tools with wheels attached. The electrical control part consists only of an old R/C controller, two servos, and 4 microswitches. Since I had most […]
Here’s a DIY boombox made out of car speakers, a car stereo, and a car battery. – Link.
Windell writes – “I’ve got a hundred supercapacitors and I haven’t decided what to make out of them yet. So, I’m holding a little contest: Come up with a cool supercapacitor project and you could get ten of these little beauties.” – Link.
